The new clinic expands access to in-person medication-assisted treatment for fentanyl, meth, heroin, alcohol and other substances for residents of Pierce County.
LAKEWOOD, Wash., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ideal Option, a national leader in evidence-based outpatient treatment for addiction to fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, alcohol and polysubstance, is now welcoming new patients in Lakewood. The new clinic will provide evidence-based medication-assisted treatment led by an onsite addiction medicine specialist delivering personalized, face-to-face patient care.
Fentanyl, a dangerous and highly addictive synthetic opioid, has been the primary driver of the recent increase in overdose deaths in Pierce County. According to preliminary data from the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, there were 55 confirmed and suspected fentanyl related deaths from January to June in 2021, a 62% increase from the total fentanyl related deaths in 2020 and a 400% increase from 2019. Street drugs of all types increasingly contain fentanyl, often masquerading as prescription tablets and capsules.
In May 2022, Ideal Option released its 2021 Annual Patient Outcomes Report for patients living in Washington State. The report shows fentanyl positive rates at enrollment were up by 134% displacing heroin positive rates which were down by 58% compared to 2020. The data also support the effectiveness of treatment. Among patients who remained in treatment with Ideal Option during 2021, urine drug testing shows:
- 98% less fentanyl use
- 93% less total opioid use
- 95% less heroin use
- 87% less methamphetamine use
- 67% less benzodiazepine use
The new clinic in Lakewood is Ideal Option's third standalone location in Pierce County and is opening at a time of desperate need for expanded access to evidence-based treatment from experienced and specialized providers. Ideal Option has been specializing in addiction medicine for 10 years and currently operates 80 clinics across 10 states, 28 of which are in Washington State.
"Lakewood is a suburb of Tacoma, and despite having a high crime rate associated with substance use, such as theft and property crimes, it has almost no treatment options. We also know that transportation is one of the biggest barriers to accessing services," said Rose Symotiuk, community outreach manager for Washington State. "By opening in Lakewood, we can alleviate those barriers as well as serve the JLBM military community, who have historically avoided addiction treatment due to stigma. We hope to provide a discreet, safe and welcoming space for them to get the help they need."
The new Ideal Option clinic in Lakewood is open Monday – Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. and is located at 5920 100th St SW, Ste. 26, Lakewood, WA 98499.
Most forms of insurance are accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid, and patients can typically get started on treatment for fentanyl, heroin, alcohol or other substances within 1-3 business days.
Patients can make an appointment by calling 1.877.522.1275 or visiting http://www.idealoption.com.
About Ideal Option
Headquartered in Kennewick, Washington, Ideal Option was founded in 2012 and has since helped more than 55,000 patients through a network of 80 office-based medication-assisted treatment (MAT) clinics across 10 states. With a mission to serve under-served communities, Ideal Option accepts all forms of insurance including Medicaid and Medicare. Financial assistance and payment plans are also available.
Ideal Option's team of medical providers carry certifications in Addiction and Emergency Medicine, Internal, and Family Medicine, among other specialties. The company also employs social workers, caseworkers, counselors, and mental health practitioners. This holistic approach helps drive positive outcomes, including family stability, stable housing, improved overall health, and reduced rates of recidivism.
In all the communities it serves, Ideal Option collaborates with existing stakeholders and providers to improve the continuum of care. This approach includes partnerships with emergency rooms and county jail systems, where individuals with substance use disorder often appear, as well as collaborating with numerous support agencies and municipal programs addressing social needs such as housing, mental health, and nutrition support.
Media Contact
Olivia Easly, Ideal Option, 1 5095055191, [email protected]
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