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Five years of Ophelia
For five years, Ophelia has transformed opioid use disorder care with telehealth, overcoming barriers and delivering evidence-based treatment to all.
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 Keystone First members in Pennsylvania
In this article, we dive into the insurance coverage provided by Keystone First, including their partnership with Ophelia to expand access to Suboxone and MAT.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield members in New York
Learn more about Anthem BCBS NY coverage of medications for addiction treatment (MAT). Get Suboxone in New York with Blue Cross & Blue Shield insurance.
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 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.
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.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Geisinger members in Pennsylvania
Discover how Geisinger insurance supports Suboxone® + MAT in PA. Learn about coverage, telehealth options, and how Ophelia simplifies access to treatment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Is ADHD medication addictive?
Understand the different types of medications used to treat ADHD, their risks, and the potential for addiction.
Can MAT patients safely take Adderall®?
Discover the relationship between MAT and Adderall use for ADHD. Understand the risks of addiction and potential interactions.
The surprising link between prescription opioids + anxiety
Find out how prescription opioids interact with anxiety and related disorders to better understand how to treat pain and manage stress.
Understanding the connections between substance use disorder + mental health co-occurrences
Understand the connection between substance use disorder & mental health. Learn about co-occurring conditions, risk factors, and available treatments.
Is kratom actually effective for mental health?
Kratom is becoming an increasingly popular alternative for mental health treatments. Find out how it can be addictive and may potentially make symptoms worse.
While Narcan can reverse opioid overdoses in the short term, these two treatments can help patients overcome addiction altogether
Ophelia researched the differences between methadone and buprenorphine for treating opioid use disorder using medical journals, studies, and government resources.
