Express Scripts to Limit Opioids

At HORIZON Health Ventures we feel a need to keep shedding light on the topic of opioid overdose and abuse. The Associated Press just released an important article that reports that Express Scripts will soon be limiting the number and strength of opioid drugs prescribed to first-time users as part of a wide-ranging effort to curb an epidemic that's affecting millions of Americans.

Jim Salter of AP writes, "An analysis of 106,000 patients in the pilot program showed a 38 percent reduction in hospitalizations and a 40 percent reduction in emergency room visits, compared to a control group. The program is scheduled to take effect nationwide on Sept. 1 for Express Scripts members whose employer or health insurer has enrolled to participate." 

To learn more please read the full article HERE! 

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