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May 2018

MAPS’ new technology may help providers identify substance abuse disorders

New state requirements
Licensed prescribers who prescribe or dispense a controlled substance to a patient will need to register with MAPS. And before prescribing or dispensing a controlled substance exceeding a three-day supply, the prescriber must obtain and review a report from MAPS.

This helps to ensure safe and appropriate prescribing based on other controlled substances the patient may be receiving with or without your knowledge. Some exceptions do apply, such as controlled substances dispensed in a hospital or outpatient facility and administered directly to the patient.

For more details, see Public Acts 248 and 252 of 2017.

The Michigan Automated Prescription System, or MAPS, began using a new technology platform late last year. This resulted in changes in the type of information provided and how it’s displayed.

MAPS is a tool used by prescribers and dispensers to assess patient risk. It also helps to prevent drug abuse and diversion at the prescriber, pharmacy and patient levels.

The new technology will help providers make better informed decisions when it comes to identifying, preventing and managing substance use disorders.

Here’s an overview of what you’ll currently find on MAPS:

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Risk scores, based on the number of providers and pharmacies, morphine milligram equivalents and overlapping prescriptions, are intended to help aid in decision-making. Scores are available for narcotics, sedatives and stimulants, including risk of unintentional overdose death.

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Interactive, color-coded prescription graphs provide the patient’s prescription history and incorporates morphine milligram equivalents.

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A ZIP code locator is available to find Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration-supported medication-assisted treatment providers. The report generates a list of 30 SAMHSA-supported providers closest to the patient.

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Printable pamphlets to give to patients are available on topics such as safe pain management, what to know about opioids and an overdose tip card. Prescribing checklists and other resources are available for providers.

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Prescribers can view a personalized report of their controlled substance prescriptions for the last four quarters.

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