Urine Drug Screening Policy

Effective Date:  March 1, 2025

At Still Well 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.