Trial reportAddiction science & clinical practice2026
Analysis of the costs and reach of transportation services to reduce barriers to opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment: evidence from the Kentucky HEALing Communities Study.
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HEALing Communities Study: Developing and Testing an Integrated Approach to Address the Opioid Crisis
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Abstract
backgroundMedications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) have been proven to be the most effective method for treating individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD). Individuals who are retained on methadone and buprenorphine treatment have a decreased risk of mortality when compared to others with OUD. However, many individuals in need of MOUD face transportation barriers that prevent them from having the requisite access to treatment.
methodsAs part of the evidence-based practices (EBPs) implemented throughout the HEALing (Helping to End Addiction Long-term
resultsThroughout 2023, we partnered with thirty agencies across eight counties to administer $437,481.69 in transportation support services to 7,923 individuals. These services were distributed primarily to individuals who were white (81.8%; 6,483), female (51.9%; 4,112) and between the ages of 35-54 (59.8%; 4,737). The number of individuals reached and expenses were largest among the five urban counties (5,999; $318,317.15), which averaged $53.06 per person. Within the five urban counties, we worked with 23 agency partners and the average agency costs were $10,993.72. Across the three rural counties, costs averaged $61.94 per person reached (1,924; $119,164.54). Among the seven agency partners across the three rural counties, average agency costs were $9,235.38.
conclusionsBy gaining an understanding of the populations benefiting from these services, breadth of services provided, and the costs required to address this barrier to care, we may more effectively inform decision-makers on the resources needed to link and retain individuals in treatment.
trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04111939. Registered 30 September 2019, https://www. CLINICALTRIALS: gov/ct2/show/NCT04111939 .
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