Section 980. Drug screens

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A. The provider shall perform at least eight random drug screens during a 12-month period unless the conditions in subdivision B of this subsection apply;

B. Whenever an individual's drug screen indicates continued illicit drug use or when clinically and environmentally indicated, random drug screens shall be performed weekly.

C. Drug screens shall be analyzed for opiates, methadone (if ordered), benzodiazepines, and cocaine. In addition, drug screens for other drugs that have the potential for addiction shall be performed when clinically and environmentally indicated.

D. The provider shall implement a written policy on how the results of drug screens shall be used to direct treatment.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 18, Issue 18, eff. September 19, 2002; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 05, eff. December 7, 2011.

Statutory Authority

§ 37.2-203 of the Code of Virginia.

                    
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