Urine Drug Screening Policy

Effective Date:  March 1, 2025

At Still Well Interventional Pain Management our priority is providing safe, ethical, and effective care. In accordance with state and federal guidelines, all patients receiving opioid prescriptions and/or medical marijuana certification must undergo regular urine drug screening (UDS) as part of their treatment plan.

Why Urine Drug Screening is Required:

Urine drug screens are a critical safety measure to:

• Ensure appropriate use of prescribed substances
• Identify any non-prescribed or illicit drug use
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support responsible prescribing practices and protect patient safety

Insurance Coverage & Out-of-Pocket Policy:

Many insurance providers cover the cost of urine drug screening. However, in cases where your insurance does not reimburse, or the claim is denied or applied to your deductible:

• You will be required to pay $99 per test
• This fee covers:
  • Laboratory reagents and testing materials
  • Use and maintenance of testing equipment
  • Staff time and professional oversight involved in collecting and analyzing samples

Urine drug screening is a non-negotiable requirement for:

• Receiving or continuing opioid medications
• Obtaining or renewing medical marijuana certification

Failure to comply with required testing or to pay the $99 fee (if insurance does not cover it) will result in the practice being unable to prescribe opioids or certify you for medical marijuana.