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Official title Project I Test: Implementing HIV Testing in Opioid Treatment Programs
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03135886
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will test two active evidence-based "practice coaching" (PC) interventions to improve opioid treatment programs' (OTPs') provision and sustained implementation of on-site 1) HIV testing and linkage to care and 2) HIV/Hepatitis C virus (HCV) testing and linkage to care among patients seeking/receiving substance use disorder treatment. Aims are: Aim 1: To evaluate the effectiveness of the PC interventions on improving patient uptake of HIV testing in OTPs including the incremental impact of the HIV/HCV intervention on HIV testing.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Eligible sites must:
- See at least 150 unduplicated patients/year/site
- Be capable and willing to prospectively collect data on the number of patients who a) are offered any HIV and/or HCV tests; b) completed these tests...
- Be capable and willing to provide patient demographics, testing data within demographic categories of gender and race/ethnicity (in aggregate) and...
- Have key staff willing to consent to participate in study surveys, qualitative interviews and intervention coaching throughout the study
You likely can't join if
- Sites will be excluded if:
- Over 50% of patients served in the prior 6 months were HIV or HCV tested
- They are terminated via PI decision/discretion
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- New York, New York, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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