Health care providers who knew about the overdose death cut the overall volume of opioids they prescribed by almost 10 percent over three months, according to a recent study.
Health plans, medical practices and some Medicaid programs are increasingly offering financial incentives to motivate Medicaid patients to engage in more preventive care and make healthier lifestyle choices.
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