Improving decision support for opioid addiction treatment

Adaptive Decision Support for Addiction Treatment (ADAPT)

Not applicable Interventional Yale University · NCT06799117

This study is testing ways to improve a system that helps emergency department staff give buprenorphine to people with opioid addiction to make sure they get the right treatment.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment1912 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorYale University Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Guilford, Connecticut and 2 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06799117 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to enhance the EMBED clinical decision support system to improve the administration of buprenorphine for patients with opioid use disorder in emergency departments. Using a Multiphase Optimization Strategy (MOST), the study will implement a factorial trial to test various strategies, including nurse prompts and clinician reminders, to ensure adherence to standard care. The goal is to refine the usability of the decision support interface and workflow to reduce errors and improve treatment initiation for patients. The study will involve multiple phases, including preparation, optimization, and confirmatory stages.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are emergency department patients aged 18 and older with moderate to severe opioid use disorder.

Not a fit: Patients who are under 18 years of age, pregnant, or currently receiving medication for opioid use disorder may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more effective treatment for patients with opioid use disorder in emergency settings.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using clinical decision support systems for addiction treatment, indicating that this approach has potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Emergency department patient
* 18 years of age or older
* Moderate to severe opioid use disorder

Exclusion Criteria:

* Under 18 years of age
* Pregnant
* Currently receiving medication for opioid use disorder

Where this trial is running

Guilford, Connecticut and 2 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Opioid Use DisorderOpioid use disorderClinical Decision Support
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.