Standard Medical Management for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) in Primary Care
Standard Medical Management for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) in Primary Care is organized by Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS).
Expiration Date: Jan 12, 2026
Description:
Utilization of evidence-based counseling to effectively manage primary care patients with Opioid Use Disorders (OUD) provides the best chance of improving motivation for change, treatment engagement, and ultimate remission. Standard Medical Management (SMM) is one such option that can be used that is efficient, focused, and relatively easily integrated into primary care practice. The goal of this module is to prepare participants to deliver the assessment and treatment components of the initial and subsequent 15-minute SMM sessions. Participants will also review brief motivational strategies to manage resistance and/or lack of progress, as well as common issues when treating OUD.
Educational Objectives:
• Goal of this learning activity - the provision of evidence-based treatment (EBT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) in Primary Care (PC) settings
• At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to describe how to:
• Implement Standard Medical Management (SMM) for patients with OUD in PC settings
• Address common issues in treating OUD in PC