Can someone who has been through the whole process give me a realistic cost breakdown? Initial evaluation, treatment/education, follow-up evaluation, drug tests... I've heard anywhere from $800 to $3000 total. I need to budget this out. I'm in the Southeast.
Here's my actual costs in Georgia, 2025: Initial SAP evaluation $275, Level I education program (online, DOT-approved) $195, Follow-up evaluation $225, 6 follow-up drug tests at $45 each = $270. Total: $965. Some people pay more for in-person treatment programs. Shop around for SAP evaluators — prices vary wildly.