Retention in Telehealth Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder Among Rural Populations: A Retrospective Cohort Study

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Highlights a study on the efficacy of telehealth-based treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD) for rural populations. Draws patient data from 2020-2022 across 14 states and breaks down data by patient characteristics, such as insurance status, education, and rurality, among other measures. Explores retention in care and adherence over a 6 month treatment period.

Marlene C. Lira, Cynthia Jimes, M. Justin Coffey

Telemedicine and e-Health, 29(12), 1890-1896

12/2023

Illicit drug use · Prescription drug misuse · Statistics and data · Telehealth · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention