“Every beneficiary who applied to us was able to receive the service they wanted under normal conditions. There have been some incidents that indicate the services provided in the private sector were characterized by significant shortcomings, about which we will provide information to the public later,” said Health Minister Mikheil Sarjveladze.
According to him, the process of substitution treatment for opioid dependency is proceeding without disruptions.
“The process is ongoing without any disruptions. Everyone who applied to us was able to receive the service they wanted under normal conditions.
There have been certain incidents that practically demonstrate that the services provided in the private sector had significant shortcomings, about which we will provide information to the public later. I would like to note that in the future, all these services, which are needed at the highest level, will be oriented toward the treatment and recovery of the beneficiaries,” the Minister stated.
For reference, starting today, the opioid dependency substitution treatment program is fully managed by the state – private substitution therapy centers are being closed, and the state will provide the service to all beneficiaries. As noted by Health Minister Mikheil Sarjveladze, a significant portion – indeed, the majority – of beneficiaries from private substitution therapy providers have applied for state services, and practically all of them will be able to receive services at the state centers of their choice.
According to him, for those who faced objective obstacles in applying to the state, a decision has been made that, until August 22, they can be enrolled in the state program through simplified procedures.
Mikheil Sarjveladze on substitution therapy: All beneficiaries who approached us received the service under normal conditions; incidents also occurred, indicating that the service provided by the private sector was characterized by significant deficiencies
