Florida Laws

Requirements for Licensure and Operations of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

Question:

Do the evidence-based criteria requirements only apply to MOUD programs?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 1 section of law
Citation:
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    (e) Minimum Responsibilities of the Physician. Physicians must adhere to best practice standards for an individual receiving methadone medication-assisted treatment. Best practices are evidence-based practices which are subject to scientific evaluation for effectiveness and efficacy. Best practice standards may be established by entities such as the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, national trade associations, accrediting organizations recognized by the Department, or comparable authorities in substance use treatment. In addition, the responsibilities of the physician include the following: see full law