Understanding care pathways for substance use disorder treatment
Official title: SUD Care Transitions
Funded at Kaiser Foundation Research Institute · NIH-11101594 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how people with substance use disorders get the care they need and what challenges they face along the way, so we can find ways to make their experience better and help them feel more supported.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | June 1, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $815,779 |
| NIH project number | 1R01DA062607-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11101594 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders who are seeking or have recently received treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a substance use disorder or are not engaged in treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) navigate their care pathways, focusing on the quality and effectiveness of these transitions. By analyzing data from a large healthcare system, the study aims to identify common experiences and challenges faced by patients, particularly in terms of follow-up care and communication with providers. The research employs advanced modeling techniques to track the various stages of care that patients undergo, helping to highlight areas for improvement in service delivery and patient satisfaction.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved care coordination and better treatment experiences for patients with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that improving care pathways for chronic conditions can enhance patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results for SUD treatment as well.
Where this research is happening
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Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hyun, Noorie — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Hyun, Noorie
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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.