Easier Access to Opioid Addiction Treatment via Medicaid
This act aims to simplify access to opioid addiction medications for individuals using the Medicaid program. Under the new rules, state Medicaid programs must provide at least one type of medication without prior authorization or dosage limits. This means quicker and simpler access to crucial treatment for many citizens.
Key points
Medicaid programs must cover at least one opioid addiction medication without prior approval.
No dosage limits will apply to these essential medications, making effective treatment easier.
The act also mandates a report to identify and assess other barriers to addiction treatment access.
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