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A member asked:
Doc cut methadone from 20 to10mg. not able to stay @ 10mg. can doc commit me for this?
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Depends.: A commitment process are used for patients who are a danger to himself or others and do not understand his need for treatment. A judge will rule on the commitment after a request is made by any adult who knows the patient and supported by two doctors' recommendations.
Answered 6/10/2015
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Drastic cut: That is a drastic cut if you have been in Methadone maintenance. I don't know what the mental health law is in louisiana, but in most states the physician must be able to demonstrate that the patient is either suicidal or homicidal or otherwise unable to care for themselves if they want to commit someone.
Answered 6/28/2014
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