CMS conference call tomorrow on federal opioid strategy
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will host an Aug. 15 Special Open Door Forum on federal strategies to address the opioid epidemic. Representatives from various federal agencies will discuss strategies and resources for safe prescribing as well as other opioid-related topics. For details on how to participate at 1:30 p.m. ET, click here.
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