Recent Data Demonstrates Physician Commitment to the Opioid Crisis

Last Updated: May 13, 2021

Physicians continue to demonstrate their commitment to addressing the opioid crisis in Pennsylvania as evidenced by recent data shared at the April 27, 2021 ABC-MAP meeting.

The following data was reported at the meeting:

• Consistent drops in the prescription of both opioids and benzodiazepines
• Consistent reduction in overlapping benzodiazepines/opioid prescribing
• Consistent reduction of high dosage patients
• An ongoing increase in Suboxone prescribing.

The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) offers opioid-related CME for its members.