Development of a Video-Based Substance Abstinence Verification Platform

The client faces difficulties in reliably verifying user compliance in substance cessation programs remotely. Existing methods lack objective proof, are prone to human error, and struggle to scale effectively across diverse devices and user environments. Manual verification of test results is time-consuming and resource-intensive, leading to delays and potential inaccuracies in treatment monitoring.

A tech-enabled healthcare organization focused on behavioral health and addiction treatment, seeking a digital solution to enforce and verify abstinence through user-generated video testing.

• Implement a scalable mobile and web platform allowing users to record and upload videos performing substance tests (e.g., nicotine detection).
• Automate the review process with secure submission workflows and streamlined approval mechanisms.
• Minimize verification errors by designing resilient upload and recording workflows accounting for device variability and connectivity issues.
• Integrate with third-party tax and payment systems to facilitate seamless transaction handling and reduce processing fees.
• Enable in-house teams to manage and expand the platform effectively through a unified, developer-friendly technology stack.
• Achieve robust performance, security, and compliance standards appropriate for healthcare data handling.

• User registration and profile management with health compliance consent.
• Guided video recording interface with instructions for performing substance tests.
• Upload system optimized for diverse device capabilities and network conditions.
• Automated verification queue for administrators to review submitted videos and confirm test results.
• Reward and penalty system to incentivize compliance based on verified test outcomes.
• Integration with external tax calculation services for accurate, location-based transaction taxes.
• Payment processing module supporting one-time, recurring, deposits, and refunds with minimal transaction fees.
• Administrative dashboard for managing user submissions, payments, and system reports.

• Third-party tax calculation services to determine applicable sales taxes based on user location.
• Secure payment gateways supporting low transaction fees for one-time and recurring payments.
• Possibly, third-party verification or laboratory systems for additional test validation (if applicable).

• High availability and load capacity to support scaling with increasing user base.
• Performance benchmarks ensuring video upload and review with minimal latency.
• Strong security protocols to protect sensitive health data and financial information.
• Compliance with healthcare data handling standards and legal regulations.
• Resilient workflows handling connectivity interruptions, device errors, and user mistakes.

The platform is expected to streamline and automate the verification process for remote substance abstinence programs, reducing manual effort and error rates. It aims to improve user compliance through an engaging, reliable workflow, ultimately increasing successful cessation rates. Additionally, optimized transaction handling will lower costs, enabling scalable growth and enhanced data insights for healthcare providers.