Rules and Regulations

Certification Procedures

All methadone clinics must be certified by the Utah Department of Health and licensed by the DEA.
Certification requirements include having qualified staff, proper security and storage procedures, and
compliance with dosing and record-keeping rules. Clinics must renew their licenses annually.

Benefits of Medication-Assisted Treatment

Methadone and other medication-assisted treatments have been shown to:

Reduce illicit opioid use and overdose deaths
Lower transmission rates of HIV and hepatitis
Improve social functioning and quality of life
Retain people in treatment programs

How Clinics Operate and Their Purpose

Insurance Coverage

Most private insurance plans and Medicaid cover methadone treatment. Those without insurance may
qualify for state funding or clinics with sliding-scale fees based on income. Some clinics offer free
services thanks to grants and public funding. All residents have access to lifesaving treatment
regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

Drug Use in Price, Utah

Opioid Crisis Declared Public Health Emergency

In 2017, the opioid epidemic was declared a nationwide public health emergency
Utah has seen increasing rates of opioid overdoses and deaths in recent years

Statistics on Drug Overdoses and Deaths

In 2020, there were 258 drug overdose deaths in Utah involving opioids
This is a 45% increase from 2019
Over half of these deaths involved synthetic opioids like fentanyl

Data on Prevalence of Different Substances

Alcohol, marijuana, and methamphetamine are the most commonly used illicit drugs in Utah
Non-medical use of prescription opioids is also an issue

Addiction Treatment Overview

Inpatient Treatment

Patients reside at a treatment facility for 30-90 days on average
Services include medical detox, counseling, group therapy, medication

Outpatient Treatment

Patients attend sessions 1-5 times a week while living at home
Services provided at clinics, private practices, etc.

Treatment Level Unreported

An estimated 10-15% of Utahns receive some form of untreated addiction treatment per year

Comparison of Treatment in Price vs. Neighboring Major City

Methadone Treatment

What is Methadone

Methadone is an opioid agonist medication used in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs,
also known as opioid treatment programs (OTPs), to treat opioid use disorder. It binds to opioid
receptors and reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms, allowing patients to focus on recovery.

Societal perspectives on methadone treatment are mixed. Some view it as merely replacing one opioid
with another. However, research shows methadone helps patients stay in treatment and reduce opioid
use when properly managed.

Methadone Distribution

Methadone distribution is strictly regulated to prevent misuse:

Methadone is a Schedule II controlled substance. Price and access vary by state based on state laws
and program funding.

Methadone Treatment Effectiveness Research

Methadone has been used to treat opioid addiction since 1947. Studies show it is an effective MAT
option that:

However, methadone does carry risks:

Potential for misuse and diversion of medication
Severe withdrawal if stopped suddenly
QTc prolongation and cardiac issues
Respiratory depression and overdose when combined with other substances

Research shows methadone and buprenorphine are equally effective for reducing illicit opioid use.

In conclusion, methadone is beneficial but requires careful monitoring and management.

About Price

Price is a city in Carbon County in eastern Utah, United States. It borders the states of Colorado,
Arizona, and New Mexico.

Location, County & Neighboring States

Price is located in Carbon County in eastern Utah. It borders the following neighboring states:

Colorado
Arizona
New Mexico

Capital and Largest City

The capital and largest city in Utah is Salt Lake City.

Land Area

The land area of Price is 10.1 square miles.

Infrastructure

Population Statistics

Total Population

The total population of Price was 8,715 at the 2020 United States census.

Demographics

Gender

Male: 4,305 (49.4%)
Female: 4,410 (50.6%)

Age Brackets

Under 18 years: 18.4%
18 to 64 years: 59.1%
65 years and over: 22.5%

Occupations

Top occupations in Price include:

Management, business, science, and arts: 30.2%
Sales and office: 24.3%
Service: 20.1%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: 13.7%
Production, transportation, and material moving: 11.7%