Biomedical conditions and complications definition
Biomedical conditions and complications means one category to be considered in the ASAM-PPC-2R criteria. This category evaluates client/patient’s current physical condition. Historical information on client/patient’s medical/physical functioning may also be considered. This category includes biological and physical aspects of the medical assessment and treatment of a client/patient. Physical problems may be the direct result of a substance use disorder, or be independent of and interactive with such a disorder, thus affecting the total treatment plan and prognosis.