Nebraska's struggle with the opioid crisis involves complex challenges affecting its communities.

Key Statistics On Opioid Use in Nebraska:

• During 2020, there were 231 drug overdose deaths, of which at least 43% involved an opioid (including prescription pain relievers, heroin, fentanyl, or other opioids).
• Opioid pain relievers, such as oxycodone or hydrocodone, contributed to 41% (95 cases) of the 231 drug overdose deaths in Nebraska in 2020.
• Males accounted for 61% of overdose deaths, while females accounted for 39%.
• The highest death rates were among individuals aged 35-44, followed by those aged 25-34.

In Nebraska, it is likely that the state aligns with the national trend where more than 40% of pharmacies do not stock buprenorphine. This could indicate significant barriers in treatment access for individuals with opioid use disorder.

To address this challenge, Bicycle Health's pharmacy finder tool not only locates pharmacies in Nebraska with available buprenorphine but also confirms insurance acceptance and ensures a stigma-free experience for patients. This tool has notably increased the success rate of locating in-stock medication to 75%, thereby significantly reducing the number of same-day unfilled prescriptions. With a 99% same-day fill rate for buprenorphine through this tool, Bicycle Health is helping to bridge the treatment gap in a tangible, impactful way.