Opioid Risk Tool (ORT) for Narcotic Abuse
Female +1; age 16–45 +1, 46–54 +2, ≥55 +3; each risk checkbox +1. Low 0–3, moderate 4–7, high ≥8 (Webster 2005; published reference).
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How it works
The Opioid Risk Tool (ORT) was developed to stratify risk of aberrant opioid-related behaviors before initiating chronic opioid therapy.
Limits
Screening aid only; does not replace clinical judgment, urine drug testing, or prescription drug monitoring programs.
Educational tool only—not for diagnosis or treatment decisions.