Friday, 31 Oct 2025
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA
logo logo
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
  • 🔥
  • Trump
  • VIDEO
  • House
  • White
  • ScienceAlert
  • Trumps
  • Watch
  • man
  • Health
  • Season
Font ResizerAa
American FocusAmerican Focus
Search
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
Follow US
© 2024 americanfocus.online – All Rights Reserved.
American Focus > Blog > Health and Wellness > Democrats push to continue buprenorphine telehealth prescribing
Health and Wellness

Democrats push to continue buprenorphine telehealth prescribing

Last updated: October 2, 2024 1:33 am
Share
Democrats push to continue buprenorphine telehealth prescribing
SHARE

Key federal lawmakers are putting pressure on the Drug Enforcement Administration to maintain the ability for health providers to prescribe buprenorphine, a highly effective opioid addiction treatment, through telehealth services. This bipartisan effort, spearheaded by Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.), aims to ensure that individuals struggling with opioid addiction have continued access to vital treatment options.

The letter, delivered to the Biden administration, highlights the importance of allowing health providers to prescribe buprenorphine without requiring an in-person visit. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, patients seeking controlled substances were mandated to undergo an in-person examination before receiving a prescription. However, in response to the pandemic, the DEA issued an emergency waiver in early 2020 that allowed for remote prescribing of medications. This waiver is currently set to expire at the end of 2024.

The lawmakers are advocating for the extension of this waiver to ensure that individuals in need of opioid addiction treatment can continue to receive care through telehealth services. By preserving the ability for health providers to prescribe buprenorphine remotely, patients can access treatment in a more convenient and efficient manner, particularly in light of ongoing public health challenges.

The push to maintain telehealth prescribing capabilities for buprenorphine underscores the importance of ensuring access to evidence-based treatments for opioid addiction. By leveraging telehealth technologies, health providers can reach a broader population of individuals in need of support for substance use disorders. This approach not only enhances access to care but also promotes continuity of treatment for those navigating the complexities of addiction recovery.

As the DEA considers the future of telehealth prescribing regulations, the voices of lawmakers and advocates are crucial in advocating for policies that prioritize the well-being of individuals struggling with opioid addiction. By supporting the continuation of telehealth prescribing for buprenorphine, federal agencies can play a pivotal role in expanding access to life-saving treatments and promoting recovery among those affected by the opioid crisis.

See also  Black church leaders pressure companies over Trump’s anti-DEI push
TAGGED:buprenorphineContinueDemocratsprescribingpushtelehealth
Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article Postseason Prognostication: Our MLB experts make their 2024 World Series picks Postseason Prognostication: Our MLB experts make their 2024 World Series picks
Next Article Paige VanZant Returning To Power Slap, Competing In October Paige VanZant Returning To Power Slap, Competing In October
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Popular Posts

Half of adult ticks in the Northeast carry Lyme disease bacteria, study reveals

Ticks are a common concern in the Northeast, particularly during the warmer months. A recent…

January 16, 2025

Don’t Mistake a Miracle for Its Cause

In moments of economic turmoil, our collective instinct is to seek pathways back to prosperity.…

October 28, 2025

The butts of these blowfly larvae mimic termite faces

In the world of insects, there are impostors lurking in unexpected places. During a research…

February 23, 2025

Brad Pitt Collapses At Las Vegas Grand Prix — The Secret Behind It

Brad Pitt recently shocked fans when he collapsed at the Las Vegas Grand Prix while…

November 24, 2024

Can Amazon’s soon-to-launch Kuiper satellites rival Musk’s Starlink?

Amazon’s satellite internet division, Kuiper, is set to launch 27 satellites into orbit today –…

April 23, 2025

You Might Also Like

Medicare, midterm elections, Vinay Prasad: Morning Rounds
Health and Wellness

Medicare, midterm elections, Vinay Prasad: Morning Rounds

October 31, 2025
Remission achievable for 1 in 3 Indian diabetics through intensive app-based lifestyle program, study suggests
Health and Wellness

Remission achievable for 1 in 3 Indian diabetics through intensive app-based lifestyle program, study suggests

October 31, 2025
Once Again A Blood Pressure Medication Recall For Cancer Concerns
Health and Wellness

Once Again A Blood Pressure Medication Recall For Cancer Concerns

October 31, 2025
Democrats plot messaging blitz ahead of Obamacare hikes
Politics

Democrats plot messaging blitz ahead of Obamacare hikes

October 31, 2025
logo logo
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


Explore global affairs, political insights, and linguistic origins. Stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of world news, politics, and Lifestyle.

Top Categories
  • Crime
  • Environment
  • Sports
  • Tech and Science
Usefull Links
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA

© 2024 americanfocus.online –  All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?