American Society of Addiciton Medicine

Policy Rounds

Policy Rounds

Educational briefs exploring policies shaping addiction medicine

FQHCs may be uniquely positioned to close OUD treatment gaps impacting underserved populations, including those who are uninsured or publicly insured and those who are members of racial and ethnic minority groups. This brief explores the role of FQHCs in OUD treatment and considerations for expanding access to methadone through these centers. 

Educational Brief 1 | January 2025

Cigarette smoking remains the leading cause of preventable death. Progress in reducing smoking rates and related deaths is driven by federal and state policy actions, which are outlined in this brief. 

Educational Brief 2 | June 2025