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August 29, 2023

Insurer announces it will cover Narcan amid record overdose numbers

A cluster of three tall buildings behind an outdoor glass walkway. Photo | Courtesy of Blue Cross Blue Shield The Boston offices of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

The insurer said its coverage of Narcan for over-the-counter, non-prescription use will involve no cost share to members in Massachusetts.

"Naloxone has become the standard treatment for opioid overdose and making it available more widely is a key strategy in controlling the overdose crisis," said Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts chief medical officer Dr. Sandhya Rao. "Waiving out-of-pocket costs for this emergency medication aligns with our commitment to ensuring our members have access to the substance use disorder treatment they need, when they need it – especially critical as opioid-related overdose deaths in Massachusetts continue to rise."

Massachusetts experienced 2,357 confirmed and estimated fatal opioid-related overdoses in 2022, a new record high, according to Department of Public Health data published in June.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Narcan for over-the-counter use in March. 

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