Summary of "Weekly Meeting Oct 2 2025"

Summary of Weekly Meeting Oct 2, 2025 — Bup.me

Company Strategy & Legal/Advocacy Initiative

Mass Tort Lawsuit Strategy Bup.me is leading a mass tort lawsuit targeting all companies involved in the opioid supply chain, including manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and logistics providers. The primary objective is to obtain justice for patients harmed by opioids due to lack of informed consent and failure to warn.

Legal Framework:

Filing a Phase 3 clinical trial with the FDA for buprenorphine.
Filing a Treatment IND (Investigational New Drug) to provide free medical care and medication to patients.
Mass tort lawsuits aim to:
1. Eliminate patient costs for medical care and medication.
2. Secure compensation for genetic damage caused by opioids.

Call to Action:

Need 150 patients to sign up for the first wave of lawsuits to proceed.
No cost or obligation for patients to join; fundraising will cover lawsuit filing expenses.
Communication through email and text lists to educate and inform potential plaintiffs.
Emphasis on transparency and patient empowerment to make informed participation decisions.

Operations & Patient Management

Appointment Scheduling & Telehealth (Doxy.me) Best Practices

Providers (except Tennessee on this day) have open appointment slots across multiple states: NC, SC, VA, OH, MS, TX.
Patients must complete a registration form before telehealth visits; this is essential for providers to prepare orders and treatment plans.
No-shows negatively impact provider time and patient care; repeated no-shows may result in discharge.
Patients are encouraged to proactively reschedule if unable to attend.
Providers generally adhere closely to appointment times; patients should join 10 minutes early and allow up to 30 minutes per visit.

Time Zone Awareness

Important for patients in Central Standard Time (e.g., Texas, Tennessee) to book appointments in the correct time zone.
Texas provider now offers later appointments (4–5 PM CST).

Product & Service Details

Drug Screening Protocols

Mandatory drug tests include buprenorphine (BUPC), methadone (MTD), and oxycodone (OX).
Standard is a six-panel drug screen; a 12-panel is required only if specified by the provider based on patient history.
Pricing is similar for 6-panel and 12-panel; 6-panel preferred for simplicity.
Patients must label drug screens with their name, date, and photo ID (driver’s license) for verification.
Drug screens undergo AI and manual checks before acceptance.
Accepted patients receive a $25 discount on next month’s drug screen (approximately $100 total).
Bup.me stocks drug screens and ships them directly to patients; bulk pricing available:
- 1 for $7.50
- 2 for $10
- 4 for $15
Payments for drug screens are handled via Cash App to cover shipping costs.

Marketing & Communication

Patient Engagement

Weekly 15-minute meetings are required for restart patients as part of program compliance.
Patients are encouraged to join the Bup.me podcast Monday–Thursday at 2:30 PM for additional engagement.
Use of the “secret word” 150 serves as a mnemonic to promote lawsuit sign-ups and patient participation.

Leadership & Management

Presenters:

Susie Berman — Managing Director (oversees operations, patient communications, logistics)
Dr. Doug Smith — Medical and Legal Advocate (leading mass tort lawsuit initiative, clinical trial filings, patient education)
Linda — Support role (assists with patient navigation and logistics)

Key Metrics & Targets

150 patients needed to initiate the first wave of mass tort lawsuits.
Drug screen discount reduces cost by $25 per month.
Appointment adherence is tracked; three no-shows may lead to discharge.

Actionable Recommendations

Patients interested in legal action should sign up promptly to be part of the initial 150 plaintiffs.
Complete registration forms before telehealth visits to ensure smooth provider interactions.
Properly label drug screens and submit on time to qualify for discounts and maintain compliance.
Manage appointment schedules responsibly to avoid discharge risks.
Utilize provided contact channels (email, text) for quick communication and support.

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