Award
National Institute on Drug Abuse 5R01DA064510-02
Evaluating a Novel Approach to Dispensing Methadone in Carceral Facilities
Recipient
Johns Hopkins University
Award Amount
$696,031.00
Ceiling
$696,031.00
Awarded
June 23, 2026
Identifier
5R01DA064510-02
A research project funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse to improve methadone dispensing in prisons by leveraging new federal regulations, involving multiple states and comprehensive data analysis to enhance treatment access and reduce overdose risks.
Description
This project aims to expand methadone access in carceral facilities using a new provision allowing facilities registered as hospitals/clinics to stock and dispense methadone for opioid use disorder treatment. It involves a 24-month learning collaborative, implementation study, analysis of electronic records, and evaluation of costs and cost-effectiveness across departments of corrections in Colorado, Delaware, and Washington.