Rep. Ron Kind Statement on Deployment of Opioid Safety Tool

La Crosse, WI – U.S. Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI) made the following statement commending the Department of Veterans Affairs for streamlining access to clinical data for VA providers:

“This is an important step toward safeguarding veterans,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “Increasing provider access to the latest clinical data and best treatment practices will hopefully result in fewer instances of opioid abuse and adverse reactions to medication. As we’ve seen in Tomah, we must remain vigilant so that our veterans have access to the quality care they deserve. I’m encouraged that the VA is taking action on this critical issue.”

Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced it would be accelerating deployment of their nationwide opioid therapy tool which helps providers stay current on the latest pain treatment data.

The Department of Veterans Affairs release can be read in full here.