Lead: Access to medications for opioid use disorder among veterans with homeless experience in permanent supportive housing

Access to Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Among Veterans With Homeless Experience in Permanent Supportive Housing JAMA Network Open This cohort study assessed 10,110 US veterans with homeless experience and opioid use disorder (OUD) residing in permanent supportive housing (PSH), in terms of what factors are associated with receipt of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD).  Only 17% received MOUD within 12 months. Greater behavioral health engagement was associated with MOUD receipt, while older age, race minority status, and prior inpatient hospitalization were associated with lower odds. These results suggest that MOUD access in supportive housing should be expanding, which could require embedding addiction care into PSH teams, leveraging behavioral health touchpoints, and addressing persistent disparities.   Read this issue of the ASAM Weekly Subscribe to the ASAM Weekly Visit ASAM