Kentucky Laws

Pain Management Clinic Laws

Question:

Does the law require pain management clinics to conduct drug testing?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 2 section of law
Citation:
  • citation 1: see full citation
    The physician shall obtain and document a baseline drug screen. see full law
  • citation 2: see full citation
    The physician shall utilize appropriate screening tools to screen each patient to determine if the patient:      a. Is presently suffering from another medical condition which may impact the prescribing or dispensing of a controlled substance; or      b. Presents a significant risk for illegal diversion of a controlled substance. see full law