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Cost-Effectiveness of the START Hospital Addiction Consultation Service for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment.

JAMA network open·May 1, 2026·PMID 42095700

Why it matters

Hospitalizations are missed opportunities to address opioid use disorder. This study provides economic evidence that a structured addiction consultation service is not only clinically effective but also cost-effective, supporting its adoption in inpatient settings.

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