Integrated HIV and Opioid Addiction Treatment with Buprenorphine

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On-site buprenorphine treatment guided by an experienced HIV physician trained in MI techniques

Priority Population: People with HIV who inject drugs

Setting: Care clinics

Location: Bronx, New York City, NY

Intervention Focus: Retention

Study Period: 2006-2008

Outcomes

• The median number of health care visits in six months was significantly higher (75%) for those receiving integrated versus non-integrated treatment.

Cost Analysis

The cost analysis for this intervention is not currently available. However, you can use the CIE Cost Calculator to create an estimate of the cost of implementing the intervention at your organization.