Examining the quality of treatment for opioid use disorder
Unpacking Disparities in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Quality
This study looks at how well people with opioid use disorder are treated, especially considering differences in race, gender, and age, using health insurance data from North Carolina to find ways to make treatment better and more accessible for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State University-Tempe Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886029 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the quality of treatment provided to individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD), focusing on disparities that may exist based on race, gender, and age. By analyzing real-time Medicaid claims data from North Carolina, along with Medicare and private insurance claims, the study aims to identify how treatment quality varies among different demographic groups. The goal is to understand the barriers to effective treatment and improve access to medications for opioid use disorder, which are known to reduce overdose deaths and enhance patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with opioid use disorder, especially those from racial and ethnic minority groups.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have opioid use disorder or those who are not within the age range of 21 and older may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and access for individuals suffering from opioid use disorder, particularly among underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has highlighted disparities in opioid treatment access and outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights into improving care quality.
Where this research is happening
Tempe, United States
- Arizona State University-Tempe Campus — Tempe, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Domino, Marisa Elena — Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
- Study coordinator: Domino, Marisa Elena
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.