Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

can my workmans comp pain management dr request my urine for drug testing legally?


Asked on 6/09/11, 10:51 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Alison Gude, Attorney Law Office of Alison J. Gude

Although I am not an expert in this area of law, I know of no law prohibiting a physician from requesting a urine test when prescribing controlled substances. This is common and done so that the physician is assured that you are taking the right dosage of the prescribed medication and/or you are not hoarding the medication for nefarious purposes. If you have a concern, speak with your physician.

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Answered on 6/09/11, 1:27 pm
George Shers Law Offices of Georges H. Shers

I would think that the physician definitely can check as to what medications you are taking as he has to be careful about adverse interactions among drugs.

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Answered on 6/09/11, 2:04 pm


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