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Using Highmark BCBS PA for MAT through Ophelia
Ophelia provides valuable opioid addiction resources to Pennsylvanians. Our telehealth care options are covered by the Highmark BCBS PA Medicaid plans.
What is opioid-induced depression?
Discover the link between opioids and depression, and how to minimize risks. Explore the impact on mental health and treatment options.
What to know about Brixadi for OUD
Find out more about Brixadi for opioid addiction treatment. Understand how it works, its benefits, side effects, and differences from Sublocade.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Highmark Wholecare members in Pennsylvania
Find out how Highmark Wholecare Medicaid members in Pennsylvania can access Suboxone & MAT for OUD through Ophelia's telehealth services.
What to know about tianeptine
Find out about tianeptine, a substance often found in energy shots & supplements, its dangers, side effects, and the importance of regulation in the US market.
Why does fentanyl exist? The history behind the substance driving record overdose deaths in the US
Ophelia dug into the history of fentanyl to explain why the drug associated with so much despair was ever created.
Suboxone® vs. Sublocade®
Discover the differences between Suboxone and Sublocade for opioid addiction treatment. Learn about their composition, forms, side effects, and more.
How long does oxymorphone stay in the body?
Learn about oxymorphone, its half-life, detection times, and risks. Minimize addiction risks and understand signs & treatment for oxymorphone use disorder.
How long does hydrocodone stay in the body?
Understand how long hydrocodone stays in your system for drug testing. Learn about addiction signs, risks, and treatment options for informed decision-making.
Why Aren’t We Talking About Black Americans & Opioids?
Learn about the intersection of Black Americans & the opioid crisis during Black History Month. Discover insights & solutions to address this critical issue.
What is ketamine?
Find out about ketamine, its uses, regulations, & therapy. Understand its risks, benefits, and signs of misuse for informed decision-making on treatment options.
Can I get in a bath or hot tub while on Suboxone®?
If you've been prescribed Suboxone® to treat opioid addiction, you may be wondering if it's safe to enjoy a soak while on the medication. Learn more here!
States with the most substance use treatment centers that accept Medicaid and Medicare
Where in America can Medicaid users get easy access to substance use disorder treatment? Ophelia analyzed data from SAMHSA to find out.
It’s the Super Bowl, why isn’t anyone talking about the N.F.L. & opioids?
Discover how NFL players grapple with pain and opioid addiction long after the Super Bowl cheers fade. Learn more opioid misuse in the NFL in this post!
The state of the opioid crisis in Pennsylvania + local efforts to address the issue
Explore the opioid crisis in Pennsylvania. Learn about local efforts, harm reduction initiatives, and recent programs combating opioid misuse.
Patient stories: meet Dustin S.
Dustin shares his journey from addiction to recovery, detailing his struggle with opioids and his transformative experience with Ophelia's unique treatment approach.
How to keep your resolution to quit opioids this year
Find effective strategies and practical tips to assist you in your journey on quitting opioid use in the new year.
What to understand about quitting opioids in the new year
Discover a sustainable plan for quitting opioids in the new year. Learn about medication-assisted treatment (MAT), debunk myths, and find support.
What are roxies?
Understand roxies (Roxicodone), a prescription opioid. Learn about misuse signs, addiction risks, withdrawal symptoms, and health consequences.
Can I get addicted to a prescribed dose of hydrocodone?
Explore the risks of hydrocodone addiction and learn how to take it responsibly. Understand the signs, minimize misuse risks, and find support.
Can I get addicted to a prescribed dose of oxymorphone (Opana®)?
Find out more about oxymorphone, its prescribed use, side effects, and the risk of addiction. Discover ways to minimize misuse risks.
Can I get addicted to a prescribed dose of oxycodone?
Understand oxycodone use, dosage, side effects, and the risk of addiction. Learn how to reduce addiction risks and find support for opioid addiction.
Ophelia 2023 Wrapped
Our mission is to improve access and treatment for patients with OUD, and as we look back on 2023, we’re reflecting on what that really entails.
Opioid Addiction in the Military | Veterans & Drug Addiction
Explore the severity of opioid addiction in the U.S. military, affecting both active service members and veterans.
Are unhoused individuals more vulnerable to opioid addiction?
Explore the impact of the opioid crisis on the houseless population and the challenges they face in accessing addiction treatment.
Opioid addiction and the elderly
Discover the challenges and rise in opioid addiction among the elderly. Understand the unique vulnerabilities, treatment hurdles, and caregiver roles.