Overdose Reporting (Utah Code: 76-3-203.11)
This law enables bystanders to report an overdose without fear of criminal prosecution for illegal possession of a controlled substance or illicit drug.
Good Samaritan Law (Utah Code: 78B-4-501)
This law permits a person who renders emergency care at or near the scene of, or during, an emergency, gratuitously and in good faith, is not liable for any civil damages or penalties as a result of any act or omission by the person rendering the emergency care, unless the person is grossly negligent or caused the emergency.
Utah Naloxone Standing Order
Allows pharmacists to distribute Naloxone to a third-party without a prescription (See Standing Order).
Partial-Fill Law (Utah Code 58-37-6(7)(f))
The Utah Division of Medicaid and Health Financing (Utah Medicaid) has restricted the initial fill of short-acting opiates for prescribers to a 7-day supply; 3-day supply for dental providers.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Utah Medicaid provides coverage for opioid treatment program (OTP) services, such as medication-assisted treatment including methadone, suboxone, and naltrexone.
Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Utah’s prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP), the Controlled Substance Database, uses a patient dashboard to track the prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances, including opioids.
Want to do more?
Contact your local legislator to let them know what you would like to see. Learn more about prescription opioid misuse prevention here.
One thought on “Opioid Prevention Policies in Utah”