Monitoring
Monitoring is an essential element to clearly document the status of a provider's compliance, and it has been proven effective for enhancing long-term success. In fact, providers who are engaged in monitoring through health programs have the highest rate of recovery/abstinence as well as the ability to return to work.
Typical requirements of Monitoring Agreement may include:
The duration of a Monitoring Agreement varies according to the initial condition, or the reason for monitoring. Monitoring requirements tend to decrease over time, but is largely dependent on compliance.
Typical requirements of Monitoring Agreement may include:
- Regularly scheduled meetings with the Medical Director or the Board of Directors.
- Drug screening.
- Attendance with mutual support groups, such as 12-Step meetings.
- Workplace support monitors (usually a supervisor or similar).
The duration of a Monitoring Agreement varies according to the initial condition, or the reason for monitoring. Monitoring requirements tend to decrease over time, but is largely dependent on compliance.