Submitting OIG:
Report Description:
The United States has been grappling with the opioid crisis for several years. In 2018, nearly 47,000 opioid-related overdose deaths occurred in the United States. OIG has been tracking opioid use in Medicare Part D since 2016. In particular, OIG has identified beneficiaries at serious risk of opioid misuse or overdose and prescribers with questionable opioid prescribing for these beneficiaries.
Date Issued:
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Agency Reviewed / Investigated:
Submitting OIG-Specific Report Number:
OEI-02-20-00320
Location(s):
Agency-Wide
Type of Report:
Inspection / Evaluation
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OEI-02-20-00320.pdf | 624.51 KB |
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