PMP Blog

The PMP Blog offers updates and resources for providers who use the PMP. The posts include timely information and guidance for effective use of the PMP to improve communication and patient-centered care.

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Oct 2020

COVID-19 & the Opioid Crisis

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in wide-reaching public health impacts, including mental health challenges and increased substance misuse.
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Sep 2020

Enhance Your Patient Care with PMP CME

A free training opportunity. A free CME video aims to equip physicians with the know-how to leverage PMP data to inform safe and effective clinical decision-making.
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Jun 2020

Pain is complex. Discussing it with your patients doesn’t have to be.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas State Board of Pharmacy have created a new series of communication training videos available for free.
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Apr 2020

The Texas PMP mandate is here. What does that mean for you?

All Texas prescribers are required by state law to check the PMP before prescribing opioids — every patient, every time.
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Mar 2019

Talking to Patients About Pain

Talking to your patients about safe and effective alleviation of pain can be challenging.