Administrator reports NACO briefing on MOUD/ECHO model for rural jails

Sep 10, 2026

County Administrator summarized a NACO caucus presentation on an ECHO model to expand MOUD (medication for opioid use disorder) services in rural jails by recruiting cohorts and providing expert-led peer learning and CE credits.

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The County Administrator reported attending a National Association of Counties caucus meeting where a presenter described an ECHO model to support medication‑assisted opioid treatment (MOUD) in rural jails. The program would form cohorts of 4–6 jails, provide expert hubs and peer support, and offer continuing education credits for participants.

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