Understanding how organizational factors affect care quality for young adults with opioid use disorders
Official title: Organizational factors associated with quality of care for opioid use disorders among transition-age adults in Medicaid
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-11031966 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how well young adults aged 18 to 25 with opioid use disorders are being treated and what factors might help or hinder their recovery, with the aim of making treatment better for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2023 |
| Project end | February 28, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $710,308 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DA057267-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11031966 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18 to 25 who are experiencing opioid use disorders and are seeking treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 18 to 25 or those not experiencing opioid use disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the quality of care provided to young adults aged 18 to 25 who are experiencing opioid use disorders. It focuses on understanding how various organizational and contextual factors influence treatment outcomes for this age group. By examining the treatment systems in place, the research aims to identify barriers to effective care and adherence to medication. The goal is to improve the delivery of scientifically supported treatments for opioid use disorders among transition-age adults.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and better health outcomes for young adults struggling with opioid use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing organizational factors can significantly improve treatment outcomes for substance use disorders, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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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
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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.