Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

What is Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)?

• MAT incorporates the use of FDA-approved medications and behavioral therapy in the treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).

Which Agencies Endorse MAT?

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
• American Medical Association
• National Institute on Drug Abuse

What is the “Medication First” Model

• Address withdrawal symptoms
• Reduce cravings
• Enable the patient to focus and engage in counseling and social support groups
• Increase treatment retention
• Supported by the Missouri Department of Mental Health
• Key component of the Opioid STR Grant

Additional resources on MAT:

• Buprenorphine Waiver Application & Management – Medical First Model Slide Deck
• Call to Action: An Opportunity to Reach High Risk Patients