Texas Laws

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

Question:

What types of services is an OTP required to provide?

Answer:
  • Behavioral health
  • Education
  • HIV screening
  • Disease screening
This answer is derived from 1 section of law
Citation:
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    (d)  The program shall provide education about Tuberculosis (TB), HIV, Hepatitis B and C, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) based on the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Workplace and Education Guidelines for HIV and Other Communicable Diseases.(e)  The program shall provide education about the health risks of tobacco products and nicotine addiction.(f)  The program shall provide access to screening for TB and testing for HIV antibody, Hepatitis C, and STDs.(1)  HIV antibody testing shall be carried out by an entity approved by the Texas Department of Health.(2)  If a client tests positive, the program shall refer the client to an appropriate health care provider.(g)  The program shall facilitate access to physical health, mental health, and ancillary services if those services are not available through the program and are necessary to meet treatment goals and shall document these efforts. see full law