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May 31, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Physicians' progress reversing the opioid epidemic news in AMA's latest state advocacy efforts.

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Wider use of proven treatment is goal of opioid-use disorder APM

A new alternative payment model for treatment of opioid-use disorder is designed to support coordinated delivery of medical, psychological and social services.

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AMA sees progress in declining opioid prescriptions

After IQVIA announced a 22% decline in opioid prescriptions between 2013-2017, the AMA see progress but urges continued focus on evidence-based treatment.

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Surgeon general: Naloxone should be widely prescribed, carried

Dr. Adams urges people close to those at risk of opioid overdose to obtain the lifesaving antidote. The AMA has fought for, and helped shape, naloxone-access laws in all 50 states.

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April 5, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Steps needed to end the opioid epidemic in the latest AMA state advocacy efforts.

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Billions go to opioid epidemic.
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Billions approved for fight to end opioid epidemic

Omnibus budget bill includes nearly $4 billion for prevention, treatment and enforcement efforts.

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March 8, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Medication-assisted treatment for opioid-use disorder legislation and Colorado opioid prescribing guidelines in the latest AMA state and local advocacy news.

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AMA welcomes Secretary Azar's notable comments on opioid treatment

AMA applauded HHS Secretary Alex Azar’s comment this weekend on the leadership role he intends to play in devising the federal response to the opioid epidemic.

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AMA launches "Share Your Story" campaign to document barriers to care

AMA launches a digital tool kit that urges physicians to upload stories about patients who encounter obstacles when seeking care for substance use disorder.

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