The article discusses the ongoing opioid crisis in the U.S., revealing that over 70,000 overdose deaths in 2023 are opioid-related, significantly burdening the Medicaid program. In 2021, nearly 1.82 million individuals with opioid use disorder were treated under Medicaid, emphasizing the program's role in addressing this health crisis. As Congress moves towards reducing Medicaid spending by $880 billion, the potential ramifications for those reliant on these services for addiction treatment are dire, raising concerns about access to care and support for this vulnerable population.
In 2023, Medicaid accounted for nearly 39% of nonfatal emergency department overdoses; cuts to this program could severely affect those suffering from opioid addiction.
As Congress considers cuts to Medicaid that could total $880 billion over a decade, the impact on individuals relying on this program for opioid addiction treatment is concerning.
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