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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.
Can you drink alcohol while on Suboxone®?
Alcohol might seem like less of a problem than opioid drugs, but it does not mix with Suboxone—in fact, combining them can be dangerous. Not only is alcohol risky on its own, but as a depressant, it can amplify the effects of medications with sedative properties, including Suboxone.
Microdosing buprenorphine for OUD: What you should know about the Bernese method
Discover the Bernese method, a microdosing approach using buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment and learn how it differs from standard methods.
Can detox drinks help you get rid of opioids before a drug test?
Learn about detox drinks and their effectiveness in eliminating drugs before a drug test. Understand their risks & explore solutions for opioid use disorders.
Opioid prescriptions are down from a decade ago, but regional disparities remain
Using data from the CDC, Ophelia explored the state of prescription opioid dispense rates across the U.S. amid a national record low.
A guide to harm reduction
Understand the significance of harm reduction services for drug users and learn about harm reduction services, kits, and how to find local support resources.
Does Suboxone® have sexual side effects?
Explore the potential sexual side effects of Suboxone treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) and how it may affect sex drive and fertility.
What is the connection between opioid addiction treatment + blood pressure?
Discover the connection between opioid addiction treatment & blood pressure. Learn about Suboxone, potential side effects & medication interactions.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Healthfirst members in New York
Discover if Healthfirst covers Suboxone and MAT. Learn about the evidence-based care options available through Ophelia's partnership with Healthfirst.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for MVP Healthcare members in New York
Through their partnership with Ophelia, MVP Healthcare NY has extended coverage for MAT services in New York. This coverage includes Suboxone treatment for OUD.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield members in New York
Discover if Empire BCBS covers Suboxone and MAT. Learn about the effective treatment options available through Ophelia's partnership with Empire BCBS.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Keystone First members in Pennsylvania
Does Keystone First insurance cover Suboxone and MAT? Explore the accessible care options available through Ophelia’s partnership with Keystone First.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Geisinger members in Pennsylvania
Discover if Geisinger covers Suboxone and MAT for OUD. Learn about the effective treatment options available through Geisinger’s partnership with Ophelia.
Is Suboxone® costly?
Understand the cost of Suboxone, factors affecting pricing, trends, and strategies to reduce expenses. Find affordable options for opioid use disorder treatment.
Your guide to remote at-home drug testing at Ophelia
Read this step-by-step guide to learn why and how to take a remote, at-home urine drug test while undergoing online MAT for OUD with Ophelia.
What are the risk factors for misusing prescription opioids?
Understand how prescription opioid abuse may lead users to seek and take illicit drugs to deal with their resulting opioid dependency.
Medicaid prescriptions for opioid use disorder are on the rise. Here's what you need to know
Ophelia explored trends in Medicaid prescriptions for opioid use disorder using data from Kaiser Family Foundation.
New Ophelia Research in JAMA: Remote Drug Testing Works (And It’s a Game-Changer for Opioid Addiction Treatment)
Ophelia researchers have proven that urine drug testing is highly feasible for remote care environments. Read takeaways from the peer-reviewed JAMA study here.
What you need to know about Suboxone® drug interactions
Learn about the potential drug interactions with Suboxone and substances to avoid. Understand the risks & effects with combining Suboxone with other medications.
Understanding your pain management options while taking Suboxone®
Understand what pain management options are available while taking Suboxone and find out which OTC pain relievers are safe to use.
Managing GI health on Suboxone®
Discover how to manage gastrointestinal side effects of Suboxone treatment. Learn about common symptoms, causes, and safe remedies for nausea & constipation.
What is polysubstance abuse?
The chronic use of two or more drugs simultaneously is often called “polysubstance use disorder.” Learn more about the dangers of polysubstance abuse.
Is it safe to take Suboxone and antidepressants/anti-anxiety medications?
It’s important to note that all medications come with risks and side effects — especially if you’re taking more than one simultaneously. Learn more here.
What is precipitated withdrawal?
Precipitated withdrawal occurs when a patient withdraws due to medications for addiction treatment (MAT), not abstaining from using a given drug.
How buprenorphine helps the body overcome opioid addiction
Ophelia explores how buprenorphine helps the body overcome opioid addiction, citing research from a variety of government and scientific sources.
Treating opioid addiction in the LGBTQ+ community: why we need to do better
Find out why LGBTQ people are at a greater risk of developing opioid addiction and how Ophelia is providing the best treatment for this community.
