Bradley D. Stein

Jan 5, 2025 | rand.org | Erin Audrey |Mir Ali |Erin Taylor |Bradley D. Stein

ObjectivesThis study explores trends in buprenorphine availability at substance use disorder treatment facilities (SUDTFs) and by waivered clinicians during the pandemic. We also examined whether there were differences in access based on a county's metropolitan status and annual fatal drug poisoning rate.

Feb 5, 2024 | rand.org | Annie Chen |Isaac M. Opper |Andrew W. Dick |Bradley D. Stein

ObjectivesIn 2008, Florida's Medicaid program began reimbursing medical providers for preventive oral health services (POHS) delivered to children aged 6 months to 42 months. We examine whether Medicaid comprehensive managed care (CMC) and fee for service (FFS) had different rates of POHS during pediatric medical visits. Study DesignObservational study using claims data (2009-2012).