Explores New SAMHSA Confidentiality Law for Substance Use Disorder Records(42 CFR Part 2)
This lesson will guide practice and business managers (or compliance officers) on ensuring their organization complies with Federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) regulations under 42 CFR Part 2.
The session will cover the latest updates released in January 2024, address multiple scenarios, and provide answers to FAQs related to substance abuse, mental health, and alcohol abuse records. Participants will also receive a comparative overview of SAMHSA regulations versus HIPAA rules regarding protected health information.
Understand how to properly handle sensitive substance abuse and mental health records
Learn the strict federal regulations and compliance requirements for your organization
Reduce the risk of legal ramifications for non-compliance
Gain clarity on best practices for securing and releasing sensitive information
SAMHSA, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, leads public health efforts to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on communities nationwide. Compliance with these regulations is critical for protecting patient privacy and avoiding penalties.
Updates for 2024
Introduction to SAMHSA and its regulations
Managing portable devices with sensitive data
Proper release of records and documentation requirements
Enforcement of the law
SAMHSA vs HIPAA comparison
Identifying who must comply
Best practices for compliance
Practice Managers
Business Associates handling mental health, substance abuse, or alcohol abuse records (e.g., billing companies, transcription companies, IT providers, answering services, home health, coders, attorneys, etc.)
Physicians and other medical professionals
Certified Professional in Health IT,
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