VA OIG Releases Report on Opioid Prescribing Habits

Conclusion “Veterans receiving opioid prescriptions from VA-referred clinical settings may be at greater risk for overdose and other harm because medication information is not being consistently shared,” said Michael J. Missal, Inspector General, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. “That has to change. Healthcare providers serving veterans should be following consistent guidelines for prescribing opioids and sharing information that ensures quality care for high-risk veterans.”       Related StoriesPresident Trump Declares Opioid Crisis a National EmergencyMcCaskill Opioid Investigation ExpandingUS Senate Passes FDA User Fees, Right to Try and Opioid Legislation 
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