Enduring CME Course: Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

Activity ID

11178

Expires

October 3, 2026

Format Type

Enduring

CME Credit

0.5

Fee

$30

CME Provider: American Medical Association

Description of CME Course

Opioid use disorder is a chronic disease that affects many and can be effectively treated. Evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), as well as harm reduction initiatives, can help individuals maintain in treatment and mitigate risks of relapse. In this episode, we’ll discuss medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) as well as OUD treatment considerations and standards of care. The discussion will also include barriers that can stand in the way of those seeking treatment.

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General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Summarize opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment considerations and standards of care
2. Describe FDA-approved medications for OUD and best practices for utilization
3. Discuss barriers patients may encounter when seeking treatment for OUD

Keywords

Opioids, Substance Use and Addiction Medicine

Competencies

Medical Knowledge

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/ama.2022.0002042