Improving treatment quality for opioid use disorder in New York clinics
Coaching Performance Driven Practice Change in the Context of Value Based Purchasing Under New York Medicaid
This study is all about helping addiction treatment clinics do a better job in supporting people with opioid use disorder by giving them new ways to improve their care, so patients can look forward to a more effective and caring treatment experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10627842 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) by implementing new payment models that reward clinics for better performance. It aims to equip addiction treatment clinics with the necessary tools and coaching to improve their clinical care and patient outcomes. By developing clinic-level performance measures and providing external coaching, the project seeks to create a learning environment that fosters continuous improvement in treatment practices. Patients can expect a more effective and supportive treatment experience as clinics adapt to these new standards.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals receiving treatment for opioid use disorder in New York State.
Not a fit: Patients who are not seeking treatment for opioid use disorder or are outside the New York State Medicaid system may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment outcomes and higher retention rates for patients with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that implementing performance-based payment models can lead to significant improvements in treatment quality and patient outcomes in addiction services.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Neighbors, Charles J — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Neighbors, Charles J
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.