Drug and alcohol testing at Altmed Medical Center
Altmed provides on-site drug and alcohol testing for employers, individual patients, and DOT-regulated drivers in Manassas, VA. Whether you need a single test for a job offer, a court or legal requirement, or an ongoing testing program for your workforce, our clinical team handles the collection, chain-of-custody paperwork, and result routing correctly the first time.
Types of drug tests we offer
- 5-panel urine drug screen — checks for the substances most commonly required by DOT-regulated employers and general workplace policies: marijuana (THC), cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and PCP.
- 10-panel and 12-panel urine drug screen — an extended panel that adds substances such as benzodiazepines, barbiturates, methadone, and other prescription medications. Employers often choose an extended panel for safety-sensitive roles or when a broader medication history matters.
- Oral fluid (saliva) testing — a directly observed collection with a shorter detection window, which some employers prefer for random or post-accident testing.
- Hair follicle testing — looks back further than urine or saliva (typically up to 90 days) and is sometimes requested for pre-employment screening in industries with stricter background requirements.
- Breath alcohol testing (BAT) — performed by a certified breath alcohol technician using DOT and non-DOT protocols.
When employers order testing
- Pre-employment — completed during onboarding before a candidate starts, often paired with a pre-employment physical.
- Random testing — unannounced testing pulled from a DOT-compliant random pool or a company's internal policy, scheduled to meet required testing rates.
- Post-accident — ordered after a workplace incident to help document what happened and support the workers' compensation and safety review.
- Reasonable suspicion — requested when a supervisor observes behavior that raises concern, following the employer's documented policy.
- Return-to-duty and follow-up — required after a driver or employee completes a substance-abuse program, often followed by a testing schedule set by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP).
- Annual and periodic testing — some employer contracts, licensing boards, or school requirements call for testing on a recurring schedule rather than a single visit.
DOT vs. non-DOT testing
DOT testing follows federal collection, chain-of-custody, and reporting rules and applies only to safety-sensitive, FMCSA-regulated positions. Non-DOT testing follows the same careful collection process but gives employers more flexibility on panel choice, cutoff levels, and which lab or MRO reviews the result. Altmed supports both programs and will confirm before your visit which protocol your employer requires.
What to bring to your visit
Bring a photo ID and any employer paperwork, such as a chain-of-custody form, requisition, or authorization letter. If you are testing for an individual or legal requirement rather than an employer program, let our front desk know so we can confirm the correct collection and documentation process. Most collections take just a few minutes; results are either read on-site (rapid screening) or sent to a certified laboratory, with confirmation and MRO review handled according to your program's requirements.
Employer accounts and ongoing programs
Employers managing an ongoing testing program, including DOT random pools, post-accident protocols, and new-hire testing, can set up an account with Altmed to streamline scheduling, authorization, and result routing. We also work with third-party administrators (TPAs) and coordinate MRO services so results reach the right people without unnecessary delay.
Helpful resources: Company Authorization Form, DOT physical exams, and appointment scheduling.
Drug and Alcohol Testing in Manassas, VA
Drug and Alcohol Testing at Altmed Medical Center gives patients and employers a clear local path for care, documentation, and follow-up. The service is provided by a physician-led team at our Manassas clinic, with walk-in access for many visits and scheduled appointments when a service needs preparation.
Altmed is built for people who want practical answers without being bounced between disconnected offices. Because urgent care, primary care, occupational health, telehealth, and specialty programs share one roof, your visit can connect to the next right step instead of ending with vague instructions.
What it is
Drug and Alcohol Testing at Altmed Medical Center is designed for patients and employers who need practical local care in Manassas, VA. The visit focuses on clear evaluation, documentation when needed, and next steps that fit the reason you came in.
Because Altmed combines urgent care, primary care, occupational health, telehealth, and specialty programs, many patients can stay connected to one clinic after the first visit instead of starting over elsewhere.
Who it is for
- Local employers setting up occupational health services
- Drivers and safety-sensitive workers who need compliant documentation
- Employees who need work injury, testing, or return-to-work support
What to expect
- 1Check in with your employer or program paperwork
- 2Confirm the required test type and collection protocol
- 3Complete the collection under the correct chain-of-custody process
- 4Receive rapid results or lab-based result routing based on the program
Cost & Insurance
We accept most major insurances including Aetna, CareFirst, Cigna, and United. Self-pay rates available.
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