On April 28th, 2025, CDS Connect and cds.ahrq.gov will go offline while the CDS program realigns with new federal and agency polices. The creation of new CDS Connect Accounts has been suspended. Please visit digital.ahrq.gov for updates. For any other questions, please contact the clinical decision support team at clinicaldecisionsupport@ahrq.hhs.gov.
Optimal management of pain is a challenge for clinicians and patients. Safe and effective use of opioids is an integral component of evidence-based pain care.