This bill proposes the addition of a new section, 16-53-4, to the Code of West Virginia, which outlines the structured progression of treatment for individuals with substance use disorder. The bill establishes a three-phase treatment process: initiation, stabilization, and maintenance. During the initiation phase, patients must provide a comprehensive test and undergo qualitative testing every two weeks for six weeks. In the stabilization phase, patients are required to have qualitative tests every 45 days for one year, and in the maintenance phase, testing occurs every six months.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that at any time a treatment provider wishes to assess a patient's compliance, the patient must be willing to undergo either a qualitative or quantitative test upon request. This structured approach aims to enhance the effectiveness of substance use disorder treatment by ensuring regular monitoring and assessment throughout the recovery process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-53-4