Connecticut Certification Board
Connecticut Certification Board
Patient Brokering: Human Trafficking in the SUD Treatment & Recovery Industry
Patient Brokering: Human Trafficking in the SUD Treatment & Recovery Industry
Patient Brokering: Human Trafficking in the SUD Treatment & Recovery Industry
Monday 28th April 2025
Dive into the world of patient brokering with Nikki Soda, revealing unethical practices in addiction treatment and discussing solutions.
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Episode Overview
- Patient brokering exploits vulnerable individuals seeking SUD treatment.
- Legislative efforts in Florida and California aim to curb unethical practices.
- Transparency and integrity are crucial in combating patient brokering.
- Public awareness and ethical leadership can drive industry reform.
- Silence breeds complicity; speaking out is essential.
Patient brokering is like finding out that your friendly neighbourhood doctor is actually a pirate!
If you're curious about the darker side of the addiction treatment industry, this episode of Scope of Practice is a must-listen. Featuring Nikki Soda, Executive Director of Sodas Consulting, the discussion sheds light on the troubling practice of patient brokering. This is where vulnerable individuals seeking help for substance use disorders (SUDs) are exploited for financial gain. It's like finding out that your friendly neighbourhood doctor is actually a pirate!
Patient brokering involves receiving kickbacks for referring patients to specific treatment facilities, regardless of the quality of care they offer. Nikki explains how this unethical practice preys on those in early recovery, offering them incentives like money or housing to keep them trapped in a cycle of dependency. The episode doesn't just expose the problem; it also explores solutions.
Nikki shares insights from her work with the Palm Beach County Sober Home Task Force and discusses legislative efforts in Florida and California aimed at curbing these practices. The conversation is eye-opening and highlights the need for transparency and integrity in the industry. You might even find yourself questioning what really goes on behind the scenes at some treatment centres. The host and Nikki emphasise the importance of public awareness and ethical leadership to combat these issues.
They argue that silence breeds complicity, so it's crucial for everyone involved in the industry to speak out against unethical practices. By doing so, they hope to create a system that prioritises patient care over profit. So, if you're passionate about ethical treatment and want to learn more about how you can make a difference, this episode is definitely worth your time. It’s not just about listening; it’s about taking action and making a change.