Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Prescribers’ Views of Implementing an Electronic System to Collect Patient-Reported Outcomes Measures

Abstract

Use of patient-reported outcomes measures (PROMs) may improve addiction treatment outcomes. This qualitative study investigated barriers and facilitators for PROMs implementation among prescribers of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) participating in AMNet, an addiction medicine practice-based research network. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven qualitative research participants of 57 AMNet providers. Interview data were analyzed thematically and coded using ATLAS.ti. Barriers included lack of electronic health record (EHR) integration; user interface issues; insufficient administrative support; challenges with patient engagement; and lack of fit with clinical practice. Facilitators included perceptions that PROMs use would improve outcomes and increase accountability while advancing addiction medicine. Patient-reported outcomes measures implementation is feasible in small outpatient MOUD practices, although resource constraints and technological barriers may reduce potential reach.

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addiction medicine treatment patient reported outcome measures barriers and supports

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