Visiting Columbus and Need Medication?

If you receive medication from another opioid treatment program (OTP), CompDrug may be able to provide your medication while you are temorarily in Columbus.

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For Patients From Another OTP

Guest dosing allows you to receive medication at CompDrug while remaining enrolled with your Home Clinic.

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Home Clinic Coordinates with Us

Your clinic must send the required information and medication order before guest dosing can begin. require applicable federal approval.

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Confirm Before You Arrive

A responsible, trusted adult who can safely pick up and deliver your medication, once approved.

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Step 1

Find a Treatment Center

Use the SAMHSA Treatment Locator to find an opioid treatment program (OTP) near your destination.

Step 2

Contact the Destination Clinic

Contact the clinic directly to confirm they accept guest dosers.

Ask about their requirements and how much advance notice they need.

Step 3

Submit Your Travel Dosing Form

Once you have identified a clinic that will accept you, complete and submit the required Travel Dosing Form.

Step 4

Confirm Before You Travel

Within 48–72 hours of your trip, contact the destination clinic to confirm your guest dosing arrangements are complete.

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What Can Delay Your Guest Dosing

  • Late Notice
  • Missing Paperwork
  • Waiting on another facility to respond

The sooner you let us know your travel plans the better. Please notify your counselor or a Care Coordinator as early as possible so we have time to coordinate your guest dosing or take-home arrangement.

Aim to give at least 2 days’ notice BEFORE your guest dosing is to begin.