Kentucky's Addiction Treatment Scandal: A Cautionary Tale of Eager Reform The opioid epidemic has ravaged the United States, leaving in its wake a trail of devastation and death.
In response to this crisis, many states have revised their Medicaid policies to make addiction treatment more accessible. However, these efforts often overlook the importance of caution and oversight.
Kentucky's Governor Andy Beshear, who took office in 2019, was determined to tackle the state's addiction crisis head on.