Black patients who tested positive for marijuana were twice as likely to have their pain pills discontinued than their white counterparts. Black patients who are prescribed opioids for chronic pain are more likely to be tested for illicit drug use than their white counterparts. Black patients are also more likely to have their pain medication… Continue reading Inside Racial Disparities In Opioid Prescribing, Drug Testing
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Are Opioid Prescription Rates Actually Declining?
While individual states have reported declines in opioid prescription rates, this did not apply for all Americans, according to Mayo Clinic researchers. After reviewing anonymous insurance claims data covering 48 million people between 2007 and 2016, the researchers concluded that “opioid prescription rates have remained flat for insured patients over the last 10 years,” as… Continue reading Are Opioid Prescription Rates Actually Declining?
Opioid Prescribing Varies Widely By Region, Study Shows
In some states, patients were up to three times more likely to be prescribed opioids. Whether or not patients are prescribed opioids in the emergency room and how many of the pills they get varies widely by region, according to a new study, suggesting that despite increased awareness about the dangers of opioids there is… Continue reading Opioid Prescribing Varies Widely By Region, Study Shows
Are Dentists Still Overprescribing Opioids?
A new study examined the opioid prescription patterns of dentists who care for patients with private insurance. While dentists have been writing a declining number of opioid prescriptions in the past few years, two new studies indicate that there still may be reason for dental professionals to take precautions when prescribing. According to PEW Trusts,… Continue reading Are Dentists Still Overprescribing Opioids?