Inpatient Opioid Safety Act of 2021

Bill 117 hr 5932, also known as the Inpatient Opioid Safety Act of 2021, aims to address the opioid crisis by implementing new safety measures for patients receiving opioid medications in inpatient settings. The bill requires hospitals to develop and implement protocols for the safe administration of opioids, including monitoring patients for signs of opioid misuse or addiction.

Additionally, the bill mandates that hospitals provide education to patients and their families about the risks associated with opioid medications and alternative pain management options. Hospitals are also required to report data on opioid prescribing and use to the Department of Health and Human Services for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

Overall, the Inpatient Opioid Safety Act of 2021 seeks to improve patient safety and reduce the risk of opioid misuse and addiction in inpatient settings. It represents a bipartisan effort to address the ongoing opioid crisis in the United States.