Opioid Alternative Patient Program.pdf
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This is an informational resource document issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) describing the Opioid Alternative Patient Program (OAPP), established under Public Act 100-1114, the Alternative to Opioids Act of 2018. The program provides qualifying individuals access to medical cannabis as an alternative to opioid prescriptions, with the primary objective of reducing opioid-related deaths in Illinois. The OAPP officially launched on January 31, 2019, and operates as part of the broader Medical Cannabis Pilot Program. Eligible patients must be at least 21 years old and Illinois residents, with physician certification confirming a medical condition for which an opioid has been or could be prescribed. Registered patients may purchase 2.5 ounces of medical cannabis every 14 days, with physician certifications valid for 90 days and renewable to maintain ongoing access. Veterans with current opioid prescriptions receiving services at Veterans Affairs facilities became eligible for the program effective September 30, 2019.
The program requires a $10 fee for each 90-day registration period. Monthly data on the OAPP is available through the statewide Medical Cannabis Pilot Program website. Applicants requiring assistance with registration can contact local health departments, and comprehensive application support and frequently asked questions are available through IDPH. Patients or individuals seeking help with opioid use can contact the Illinois Helpline for Opioids and Other Substances at 1-833-2FINDHELP, or reach the OAPP directly at 855-636-3688 or dph.oapp@illinois.gov.
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RESOURCES
LAWS & RULES
PUBLICATIONS
On August 28, 2018, Public Act 100-1114, the Alternative to Opioids Act of 2018, was signed into law - making changes to the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act. The Public Act created the Opioid Alternative Patient Program (OAPP), which allows access to medical cannabis for individuals who have or could receive a prescription for opioids as certified by a physician licensed in Illinois.
Data from the Illinois Department of Public Health indicates opioid deaths in Illinois increased 13 percent from 2016 to 2017. Opioids can be highly addictive in a very short period of time. This program offers qualifying individuals an alternative to manage their pain. The long-term goal of this program is to reduce opioid deaths.
On January 31, 2019, IDPH officially launched the OAPP.
Monthly Opioid Alternative Patient Program data can be found on the statewide Medical Cannabis Pilot Program website.
Qualifying patients for OAPP must be at least 21 years old and be a resident of Illinois.
Licensed physicians must certify the qualifying patients has a medical condition for which an opioid has been or could be prescribed based on generally accepted standards of care.
Registered patients are eligible to purchase 2.5 ounces of medical cannabis every 14 days.
Physician certifications are valid for 90 days but can be renewed to allow patients to continue accessing medical cannabis.
A $10 fee is required for each 90-day registration period.
Veterans with a current prescription for an opioid who are receiving medical services at VA facilities shall be eligible to register for the OAPP effective September 30, 2019.
Need help registering?
APPLICATION HELP
Check with a local health department.
Need help with opioid use?
Opioid Alternative Patient Program http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/publicacts/100/PDF/100-1114.pdf https://mcpp.illinois.gov/updates.html https://mcpp.illinois.gov/updates.html https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/prevention-wellness/medical-cannabis/new-patient-resources/registering-an-adult-patient.html https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/prevention-wellness/medical-cannabis/application-help.html
Illinois Helpline for Opioids and Other Substances
1-833-2FINDHELP
Contact Us Opioid Alternative Patient Program 855-636-3688 dph.oapp@illinois.gov
Resources
Laws & Rules
Publications
Apply for Opioid Alternative Patient Program
Alternatives to Opioids Act of 2018
OAPP FAQs mailto:dph.oapp@illinois.gov https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/prevention-wellness/medical-cannabis/oapp/apply.html http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/publicacts/100/PDF/100-1114.pdf https://dph.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/idph/files/publications/oapp-web-faqs.pdf
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