Medical Review Officer Online Course with Live Discussion (Includes Digital Syllabus)-What's Ahead; Resources for Keeping Up to Date

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In the final segment of ACOM's MRO online course, they provide information on recent changes in federal regulations. The Department of Health and Human Services made changes in October 2017, including adding four semi-synthetic opioids to the opiate panel and tightening the pH range for adulterated specimens. They also required MROs to receive training on the new regulations. The DOT harmonized their Part 40 with the 2017 changes, requiring MROs to report safety concerns and implementing a five-day pause policy. HHS released oral fluid standards, offering an alternative to urine testing. However, federal hair testing regulations are still not approved. ACOM provides several useful resources including syllabus supplements, resources manuals, and books/newsletters. The SAMHSA and DOT websites also offer extensive information on workplace drug testing. ACOM offers MRO training courses and a one-day MRO assistant training program. The video concludes with self-assessment questions and a reminder to complete the program and fill out course evaluations for CME credit and certificates of completion.

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federal regulations

Department of Health and Human Services

MRO training

DOT Part 40

workplace drug testing