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Telemedicine-Based Buprenorphine Initiation and Maintenance in Rural Jails: A Retrospective Observational Study

2026-01-30 addiction medicine Title + abstract only
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BACKGROUNDThis study evaluates the reach, scalability, and implementation of a large-scale, multi-site tele-buprenorphine program designed to treat opioid use disorder (OUD) within rural carceral settings. Given that individuals transition frequently between jails and the community, these facilities represent a critical window for OUD intervention, yet they often face significant provider shortages and logistical barriers. We conducted a retrospective chart review of 842 unique patients (1,321 t...

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