Monday, December 24, 2012

Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs: A Resource to Help Address Prescription Drug Abuse and Diversion

MLN Matters® Special Edition Article #SE1250, “Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs: A Resource to Help Address Prescription Drug Abuse and Diversion” was released and is now available in downloadable format. This article is designed to provide education on Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs), which are designed to collect data on prescriptions of controlled substances in an effort to reduce prescription drug abuse and diversion. It includes background information about the Program and resources providers can use to help address and prevent prescription drug abuse.

Please click here for more information.