CareFirst initiates programming, funding efforts to combat opioid problem
(World News USA)

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is committing new programming and $1.5 million to help combat the region`s ongoing opioid epidemic. The state`s largest insurer announced several initiatives during a press conference at City Hall Wednesday, all aimed at addressing opioid use and addiction problems among its members. The programs include developing a network of addiction recovery centers to which members in need of treatment can be referred, enhanced prescription drug monitoring and new limits on... ......