Ep. 120 – A Doctor’s Playbook: Dr. Doug Nemecek, CIGNAEp. 120 – A Doctor’s Playbook: Dr. Doug Nemecek, CIGNA
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Greg interviews Dr. Doug Nemecek, the Chief medic…
28:52•11 Aug 2017
Dr. Doug Nemecek on CIGNA's Innovative Approach to Opioid Prescription Reduction
“Physicians in general are understanding of this and understand that they want to get opioid prescribing as an industry back under control so that they can go back to where, as you mentioned, they like to be, which is having that relationship with their patient and being the physician and treating their patient the best that they can.”
Ever wondered how big health companies tackle the opioid crisis? In this episode, Greg McNeil chats with Dr. Doug Nemecek, the Chief Medical Officer of CIGNA’s Behavioral Health Business, to uncover their groundbreaking strategies. Dr. Nemecek dives into CIGNA's program aimed at slashing the number of opioid prescriptions and dismantling the harmful stigma surrounding substance abuse disorders. He sheds light on how CIGNA collaborates with physician groups to refine prescribing practices using data-driven insights and feedback.
Plus, he talks about the development of a specialized treatment network dedicated to providing comprehensive, evidence-based care for substance use disorders. This episode is packed with valuable information and offers a hopeful perspective on tackling opioid misuse. Whether you're directly affected by addiction or just curious about innovative healthcare solutions, this conversation is a must-listen.
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