I think it depends on your location and situation.
A couple months ago, I had minor (in absolute terms) surgery which resulted in a good deal of pain; the doctor asked if I wanted a prescription for opioids, I said yes, it was sent in, no further questions.
Am I saying people in chronic pain don't now have issues? No, I have no direct experience with that situation.
But it's still quite possible for people to get opioids sometimes.
