Tennessee Laws

Medication-Assisted Treatment with Methadone (MAT) Laws

Question:

Is physician evaluation required for new patient admission?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 1 section of law
Citation:
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    (8) Initial Assessment. Within seven days of admission, the Facility shall complete an initial assessment. The initial assessment shall focus on the individual’s eligibility and need for treatment and shall provide indicators for initial dosage level, if admission is determined appropriate. The initial assessment shall include: see full law