Enlyte reported that spending on specialty drugs, such as HIV and cancer medications, has nearly tripled during the past six years. Although they make up for less than 2% of total prescription volume, specialty drugs now account for more than 15% of total spending. Credit: wollertz/Adobe Stock Enlyte reported that spending on specialty drugs, such as HIV and cancer medications, has nearly tripled during the past six years. Although they make up for less than 2% of total prescription volume, specialty drugs now account for more than 15% of total spending. Credit: wollertz/Adobe Stock

In 2023, opioid utilization in workers' compensation claims saw one of its largest declines in recent years, according to Enlyte Group, LLC. Utilization declined 9.7% per claim and cost decreased 7.2% per claim.

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