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How come more doctors don't prescribe suboxone?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Suboxone: In the usa Suboxone is mainly used to treat addiction issues. It requires a special certification and a special dea number. Most doctors perceive this as an open door to scrutiny by the dea.

Answered 2/22/2019

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