Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs and Opioid Prescriptions for Disability Conditions

ConclusionPDMPs do not appear to affect prescribers ’ initial or ongoing use of opioids for individuals with longstanding physical disabilities and those with inflammatory conditions. Thus, these adults have greater exposure to opioids, compared to other adults who were prescribed opioids.
Source: Applied Health Economics and Health Policy - Category: Health Management Source Type: research