SB515

Requires drug testing for individuals in office-based medication-assisted treatment programs in West Virginia.

West Virginia SB515 mandates drug testing for individuals in office-based medication-assisted treatment programs. Upon admission, a comprehensive, definitive drug test is required. During the first six weeks, a direct observation, definitive test must be performed every two weeks. After six weeks, patients undergo a direct observation, presumptive test every 45 days for one year during the stabilization phase. In the maintenance phase, patients undergo a direct observation, presumptive test every six months until discharge.