OAR 415-020-0030: Diagnostic Assessment

(1) Written Procedure: The Opioid Treatment Program shall develop and implement a written procedure for assessing each patient's treatment needs consistent with The ASAM Criteria . (2) The diagnostic assessment shall be documented in the permanent patient record. It shall consist of the elements described in The ASAM Criteria and documentation of the patient's self-identified cultural background. Cultural information documented should include level of acculturation, knowledge of own culture, primary language, spiritual or religious interests, and cultural attitudes toward alcohol and other drug use.