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COVID-19 Response

Check here for the latest COVID-19 guidance and best practices for certified providers and treatment settings.

COVID-19 Response

Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant Funding

SAPT Funding Initiatives

Funding is available to address the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on Americans with substance use disorder and offset the negative impact of COVID-19 on the provider system. Projects and initiatives invest in existing prevention, treatment and recovery infrastructure, promote support for addiction service providers, and address the unique needs of communities across New York.

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NYS Department of Health

COVID-19 symptoms, preventive measures, and information for health care...

Get Vaccinated!

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NY Project HOPE

Project Hope is New York’s COVID-19 emotional support helpline. Learn more and...

SAMHSA - Novel Coronavirus COVID-19

SAMHSA guidance and resources to assist individuals, providers, communities, and...

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General Reopening Guidance

General reopening guidance for all OASAS-certified or funded programs about addiction treatment, recovery, and prevention services...

COVID-19 Guidance for Outpatient Programs

Updated guidance for OASAS licensed outpatient treatment programs contending with the COVID-19 pandemic (Updated 2/16/23).

Reopening Guidance for Prevention Programs

Re-opening guidance for funded and certified programs offering prevention services (Updated 2/16/23).

Reopening Guidance for Opioid Treatment Programs

COVID-19 reopening guidance for Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) services (Updated 2/16/23).

Reopening Guidance for Inpatient and Residential Programs

Infection control and guidance for non-hospital based inpatient and residential addiction treatment providers (Updated 2/16/23).

Return to Work Attestation

Return to work attestation for employees in OASAS-setting who have been exposed to COVID-19, quarantined, and are now returning to...

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Opioid Treatment Programs, Health Alerts, Opioid Use Disorder, Medication Treatment

Updated Rules on Buprenorphine Prescriptions

Patients may now be initiated on buprenorphine through the use of telepractice in accordance with DEA guidance that is in effect during the state of emergency.

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Telepractice & Regulatory Guidance, Guidance & Local Service Bulletins

Telepractice Waiver Update

This guidance provides clarification on the recently issued telepractice waiver. Issued March 13, 2020.

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Reimbursement, Health Alerts, Coverage & Reimbursement

State of Emergency Medicaid Pharmacy Guidance

NYS Department of Health has issued additional Medicaid pharmacy guidance regarding the declared Disaster Emergency in the State of New York over COVID-19.

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Telepractice & Regulatory Guidance, Guidance & Local Service Bulletins

Telepractice Waiver Guidance

OASAS is waiving certain regulatory requirements for providing telepractice services amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. Complete and return the attached attestation form to begin providing services.

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Telepractice & Regulatory Guidance, Regulations

Telepractice Attestation

Complete this attestation and return it to [email protected] and [email protected] to begin providing telepractice services amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Staffing, Testing & Cleaning Protocols, Health Alerts

Health Advisory: COVID-19 Discontinuation of Quarantine

NYS Department of Health guidance on and criteria for discontinuation of quarantine of patients with COVID-19. Issued March 9, 2020.

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Staffing, Testing & Cleaning Protocols, Health Alerts

COVID-19 - Cleaning and Disinfection

Guidance for group or residential treatment settings on the cleaning and disinfection of frequently touched areas in congregate (non-treatment) settings (e.g., door handles, handrails, shared telephones/computers).

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Telepractice & Regulatory Guidance

Consent to Disclose Communicable Diseases (TRS-7) - English

Consent for the disclosure of communicable diseases including COVID-19 or Novel Coronavirus to the New York State Department of Health.

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COVID-19 Response

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