As noted by the Minister of Health, Mikheil Sarjveladze, a significant portion—indeed, the majority—of beneficiaries from private substitution therapy providers have applied for state services, and practically all of them will be able to receive services at the state centers of their choice.

According to him, for those who faced objective obstacles in applying to the state, a decision has been made that, until August 22, they can be enrolled in the state program through simplified procedures.

"Approximately 100 individuals were unable to express their intent to continue the service for various reasons. For example, some individuals applied, but the relevant private institutions did not confirm their information. There are also individuals who are incidental users. They will be able to independently apply to state centers and undergo the relevant procedures.

There are isolated cases where a single individual is registered as a beneficiary with at least two private providers, meaning they were receiving narcotic substances from two places. There are other significant shortcomings as well, such as discrepancies between the dosage information provided by the patient and the center. We cannot determine the extent of such cases among those who have not applied to us.

I urge all beneficiaries who have received confirmation of their eligibility to receive services at state centers to pay attention to the timing of their visits to the centers and to follow the relevant instructions. This includes, of course, carrying identification documents.

For those who faced objective obstacles in applying to the state, we have decided that, until August 22, they will be enrolled in the state program through simplified procedures," the Minister stated.