Virginia Laws

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

Question:

Are OTPs required to perform routine drug screening?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 2 section of law
Citation:
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    1. Random drug screening, using either urine or blood serums, for all individuals, conducted at least eight times during a 12-month period as described in 12VAC35-105-980. Definitive screenings shall only be utilized when clinically indicated. Outcomes of the drug screening shall be used to support positive patient outcomes and recovery. see full law
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