Common themes in early state policy responses to substance use disorder treatment during COVID-19
Barbara Andraka‐Christou, Kathryn Bouskill, Rebecca L. Haffajee, Olivia Randall-Kosich, Matthew Golan, Rachel Totaram, Adam J. Gordon, Bradley D. Stein
Abstract
: States have made significant policy changes to SUD treatment policies during COVID-19, particularly regarding telehealth and facilitation of remote care. Understanding these changes could help policymakers prioritize guidance during the pandemic and for future health crises. Impacts of policies on disparate treatment populations, including those with limited technological access, should be considered.
Topics & Concepts
TelehealthStaffingContext (archaeology)Substance abuseHealth careBusinessPandemicTelemedicinePublic relationsOpioid use disorderMedicineHealth policyNursingPsychologyPolitical sciencePublic healthPsychiatryCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)OpioidInfectious disease (medical specialty)Internal medicineBiologyPathologyLawDiseaseReceptorPaleontologyHealth Policy Implementation ScienceMental Health Treatment and AccessOpioid Use Disorder Treatment