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Section 85-20-61 - Denial of payment of opioid medications used to treat chronic, noncancer pain

W. Va. Code R. § 85-20-61

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Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 85-20-61 - Denial of payment of opioid medications used to treat chronic, noncancer pain
61.1. Payment for opioid medications may be denied in any of the following circumstances:

" Absent or inadequate documentation;

" Noncompliance with the treatment plan;

" Pain and functional status have not substantially improved after three months of opioid treatment; or

" Evidence of misuse or abuse of the opioid medication or other drugs, or noncompliance with the attending physician's request for a drug screen.

W. Va. Code R. § 85-20-61