About The Study: In this cohort study of opioid-related index health care events, race and ethnicity–based and insurance-based disparities in access to medications for opioid use disorder persisted despite efforts to expand treatment availability. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions, including culturally tailored care, expanded access points, and policy reforms to address structural barriers and reduce inequities contributing to the overdose crisis.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Utsha G. Khatri, MD, MSHP, email utsha.khatri@mountsinai.org .
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