作者: Joseph Tkacz , Joseph Volpicelli , Hyong Un , Charles Ruetsch
DOI: 10.1016/J.JSAT.2013.10.014
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摘要: Abstract Buprenorphine-medication assisted therapy (B-MAT) is an effective treatment for opioid dependence, but may be considered cost-prohibitive based on ingredient cost alone. The purpose of this study was to use medical and pharmacy claims data estimate the healthcare service utilization costs associated with B-MAT adherence among a sample dependent members. Members were placed into two groups 1-year medication possession ratio (≥0.80 vs. p