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Workshop E

Patient Care & Best Practices

E5 - Building an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) in an OTP Setting: Adapting to the Expanding ASAM Criteria 4th Edition

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
8:15am - 9:45am EST
Location: Salons C-D
Earn 1.5 CE Hour(s)
Presentation Summary: With the release of the ASAM Criteria 4th Edition, there is an increasing need for Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) to expand their continuum of care, including the integration of Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). This presentation will provide a strategic framework for developing an IOP within an OTP setting, aligning with ASAM’S evolving standards for individualized, flexible, and patient-centered treatment. Attendees will learn how to structure an IOP to enhance clinical services, meet regulatory requirements, and improve patient outcomes while addressing the unique operational and staffing challenges of OTPs.

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this activity, participants will:
  • Explain the key changes in the ASAM Criteria 4th Edition that impact OTPs and the need for expanded levels of care.
  • Identify the clinical and operational benefits of incorporating an IOP into an OTP setting and be able to discuss regulatory and billing considerations to ensure compliance and financial sustainability.
  • Develop a roadmap for structuring an IOP within an OTP, including staffing models, service delivery, and patient flow and apply strategies for overcoming common barriers, such as counselor capacity, patient engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.