Name
208 A Cost Impact Model for the Impact of to Evaluate Staffing for MOUD on Staffing
Description

Medications for opioid use disorder remain underutilized in U.S. carceral settings, largely due to staffing burdens tied to daily dosing. This study used a cost impact model to evaluate staff time and cost differences across MOUD types, including methadone, oral buprenorphine, extended-release buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Findings suggest that using long-acting injectable MOUD, such as BUP-XR, may significantly reduce staffing time and costs, improving treatment feasibility in correctional environments.