NAATP 2019: Unpacking the Toolkit for Measuring Addiction Treatment Outcomes
The Addiction Treatment Outcomes Measurement Toolkit is a standardized tool and standardized process that now can be used by anyone to measure outcomes and demonstrate what we do in a standardized and ethical way.
Imagine having a clear, standardized way to measure the success of addiction treatment programs. That’s exactly what was on the table at the NAATP 2019 National Leadership Conference. This episode of 'Recovery Coast to Coast' dives into the details of the Addiction Treatment Outcomes Measurement Toolkit, a game-changer for addiction treatment providers. Hosted by Neil Scott, this session features insights from experts like Holen Hirsch, PhD, Mark Loes, and Natalie Wheeler, PhD, with Annie Peters, PhD, moderating the discussion.
The toolkit is a result of a collaborative pilot project between NAATP, the Omni Institute, and eight pilot sites across the U.S. It's designed to help providers measure outcomes in a consistent and ethical manner. The conversation doesn’t shy away from the nitty-gritty challenges, such as data confidentiality, compliance issues, and the long-term follow-up process. The panel also touches on whether to hire external contractors or use in-house staff for data collection and how to customize data collection tools effectively.
If you’re involved in addiction treatment or just curious about how outcomes are measured in this field, this episode offers a wealth of information and future directions for outcomes research.