Maine has made significant progress in combating prescription opioid abuse by implementing a state law requiring the use of electronic prescribing of controlled substances. Since July 2017, over half of Maine’s prescribers are now EPCS-enabled, compared to the national average of 22%. This has provided physicians with a more effective tool to treat chronic pain, while also creating a safety net to help those struggling with addiction. However, some smaller prescribers have faced challenges in implementing the technology without proper funding and training.
NP pay by state, adjusted for cost of living | 2025 – Becker’s Hospital Review
California offers the highest wages for nurse practitioners (NPs), but Oklahoma tops the list once adjusted for the cost of living. This is according to
