MATTERS Network 1.4

The MATTERS Network originated as an electronic referral platform based in Buffalo, New York, aiming to facilitate the connection between patients and medications for opioid use disorder (MOUDs). Initially focused on Buffalo, MATTERS played a critical role in developing prescribing guidelines for healthcare professionals specializing in opioid use disorder within the Western New York region. The platform effectively streamlines the referral process for individuals with opioid use disorder across various healthcare settings, including emergency departments, OB/GYN offices, correctional facilities, inpatient units, and pre-hospital environments, directing them to community-based clinics.