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Doctor conducting a telemedicine consultation with an incarcerated patient using a secure video call to support opioid use disorder treatment in a correctional facility.

Suboxone in Jails: Clinician-Led MAT Saves Lives

January 8, 2026 | DevotedDOc | Addiction, Corrections & Public Health Table of contentsIntroductionA Physician-Led...
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Reduce Substance Absenteeism Without Punishment

Introduction Substance-related absenteeism is one of the most misunderstood drivers of workforce disruption.In practice, missed...
Hands of a chronic care provider reviewing patient paperwork and medical device readings on a desk.

Why Medication Alone Fails MOUD Patients After Release

Introduction Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) is one of the most powerful tools in...
Entrance to a correctional facility medical clinic, representing access to healthcare and opioid use disorder treatment within a jail setting.

Expanding MOUD Access Through Correctional Telemedicine

Introduction For decades, access to evidence-based addiction treatment has remained a significant challenge in U.S....
Incarcerated individual participating in a physician-led telemedicine appointment from a correctional facility, with a correctional officer present during the virtual medical consultation.

Suboxone in Jails: Evidence, Law, and DevotedDOc Care

Introduction Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a chronic, relapsing medical disease. In correctional settings, it...
Individuals in correctional uniforms walking beside a secure prison fence topped with razor wire, representing jail-based opioid use disorder treatment and recovery programs.

How To: Develop a Jail-Based OUD Treatment Program

Introduction Context and Purpose of This Guide The overdose crisis has hit justice-involved populations with...
Healthcare professional reviewing digital X-ray images and participating in a virtual consultation using a computer in a modern clinical workspace.

Workplace Substance Abuse Prevention in Remote and Hybrid Teams

Introduction Remote work and work from both home and office are not just quick fixes....
Healthcare professional holding a naloxone nasal spray above a patient in an emergency setting, representing overdose response and Suboxone treatment services for Pensacola patients.

Naloxone in Jails: Practical Overdose-Prevention Steps That Save Lives

Introduction A person booked into jail on a Friday night may be back in the...
HIPAA rules in telehealth addiction treatment – secure, confidential online care that protects patient privacy and ensures compliance

How To Ensure HIPAA Compliance for Online OUD Services in Jails

HIPAA Compliance for Online OUD Treatment in Jails: An Operational Guide for Correctional Leaders A...
Patient using a laptop for a telehealth appointment with a physician, showing how self-pay care can provide medical treatment while waiting for insurance coverage.

Will my doctor take my insurance?

Health insurance is often presented as a safety net. In practice, it can feel confusing,...