Can a methodone clinic discharge you from the program when you are on 85mgs a day and not offer you a 21 day detox?
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Can a methodone clinic discharge you from the program when you are on 85mgs a day and not offer you a 21 day detox?
Asked on August 31, 2014 under Malpractice Law, California
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Yes, they can. The law does not require any medical care provider, methodone clinic or otherwise, to retain patients or clients whom it does not wish to retain. You may be discharged from the program and they do not have to offer you a 21-day detox.
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