Changes in Outpatient Opioid Prescribing During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis.
Sharon RikinHector R PerezChenshu ZhangLaila KhalidJustina GroegerYuting DengJoanna L StarrelsPublished in: Journal of primary care & community health (2022)
Despite abrupt restrictions on in-person care, chronic opioid prescriptions did not decrease, which is evidence that providers evolved to meet patient needs. Changes in non-chronic prescriptions are likely related to patients electing not to pursue care for acute pain or challenges with appointment availability.
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