Bill > HB4336

This bill updates the operational requirements for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs, which are facilities that help individuals recover from substance use disorders using medications in conjunction with counseling and behavioral therapies. Key changes include specifying that MAT programs must be licensed and registered, detailing the qualifications and responsibilities of a medical director, and outlining the required qualifications for counseling staff. The bill also revises provisions related to billing and insurance, clarifies requirements for federal approvals, and strengthens rules regarding physician ownership and association with MAT programs. Importantly, it modifies the drug testing program for patients, establishing a specific schedule of monthly, quarterly, and annual tests, while also allowing for testing based on reasonable suspicion of substance use or diversion. The bill also addresses the dispensing of medications, record-keeping requirements, and the separate licensing of each MAT program location.

Health and Social Services

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