Fewer Than One In Five Medicare Enrollees Received Medication To Treat Their Opioid Use Disorder

On April 14, 2025, the U.S. Office of Inspector General (OIG) released this report that found that fewer than one in five Medicare enrollees received medication to treat their opioid use disorder. The findings of this report show a continued need for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Systems (CMS) to work to ensure access to these medications and provide further support for prior OIG recommendations . . .