Peter Roskam

But there are some subtleties there that I need to learn more about.

We do encourage folks to stay in treatment at least a year...

Historically, the practice of providers has been to prescribe opioids to patients for years.

Is it explicit? I mean, is it a call from a case manager that says, 'I think you have a problem'?

Thank you very much. You have given us great insight and very valuable perspectives.

This is a problem that is very dear to all of us, and I mean literally all of us.

I know I speak on behalf of the Ranking Member as well--your willingness to come and share your experience.

Well, your insights have been really helpful today.

We recognize that one size doesn't fit all, that that is why we need as much flexibility as possible.

We are going to be well-served if we allow our witnesses to give us input.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for holding this important hearing. I also want to congratulate you on your Chairmanship.

I am here to thank you for having a bipartisan hearing on an incredibly devastating problem.

Like many States, my home State of Illinois is experiencing an increase in opioid-related overdose deaths.

Welcome to the Ways and Means Health Subcommittee hearing on 'The Opioid Crisis: Removing Barriers to Prevent and Treat Opioid Abuse and Dependence in Medicare.'

Chairman Roskam Announces Hearing on The Opioid Crisis: Removing Barriers to Prevent and Treat Opioid Abuse and Dependence in Medicare.

It is an honor for me to be here today, and I deeply appreciate the work of the Subcommittee on which I have served.

I urge its--both of these bills consideration.

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