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CAPC, Medical Society of the State of New York

  • Analgesics, Opioid
  • Buprenorphine
  • Dyspnea
  • Pain
  • Pain Management

CAPC: Using Buprenorphine for Pain and Dyspnea in Frail and Older Adults

Participants will be able to: 1. Describe the pharmacologic properties and mechanism of action of buprenorphine, including its role as both a partial mu agonist and kappa antagonist 2. Discuss the current evidence base supporting the use of buprenorphine for pain management in frail or older adults 3. State three physiological changes in older adults that may affect opioid selection and anticipated response 4. State safe prescribing principles of buprenorphine in older adults, including opioid rotation from another opioid to buprenorphine 5. Explain how to manage an individual s acute pain while they are on buprenorphine 6. Discuss the use of buprenorphine for the treatment of dyspnea 7. Explain why buprenorphine might be an attractive option for pain management in an older adult or an adult with frailty.

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.

Credit types

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 2 credits

MOC types

ABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 2 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No
Start Date
October 22, 2026
End Date
October 23, 2026

Pricing

Membership pricing — $25–460 / year

This provider prices CME through membership. Individual courses may also be sold separately.

Resident/Fellow (Subsequent Years)$25
Post Medical Graduate$46/yr
Active Physician (First/Second Year)$230
Part-Time Physician$230/yr

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  • Live
  • Credit · Up to 2 credits
  • MOC · Up to 2 points
  • Membership pricing
  • When
    Oct 22, 2026