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FEDERAL

Emergency Department Alternatives to Opioids

This grant funds initiatives aimed at providing alternatives to opioids in emergency departments.

About this program

The Emergency Department Alternatives to Opioids grant supports projects that seek to implement and evaluate non-opioid pain management strategies in emergency departments. This initiative is designed for healthcare providers and institutions that are looking to reduce opioid prescriptions and improve patient outcomes. By focusing on alternative pain management techniques, the grant aims to foster innovative approaches that can be adopted widely across emergency care settings.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include hospitals, healthcare systems, and other medical institutions that provide emergency care services.

Requirements

  • Must demonstrate a plan for implementing non-opioid pain management strategies
  • Must provide data on current opioid prescription practices