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COVID-19 Archive

Refer to this archive of COVID-19 guidance and best practices for certified providers and treatment settings as needed.
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SAPT Funding Initiatives
Addressing the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Federal legislation provides supplemental funding to 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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All COVID-19 Guidance
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COVID-19 Guidance, Health Alerts, Infection Control
Health Advisory: Specimen Collection and Handling - COVID-19

A NYS DOH update on specimen collection and handling to include nasal swab and oropharyngeal swab specimen alternative amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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COVID-19 Guidance, Guidance & Local Service Bulletins
SAMHSA 42 CFR Part 2 Guidance

COVID-19 public health emergency response and 42 CFR Part 2 guidance amidst COVID-19 pandemic.

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Telepractice & Regulatory Guidance, Guidance & Local Service Bulletins
Telepractice and Patient Confidentiality

Guidance for providers on delivering telepractice services while maintaining patient confidentiality amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Staffing, Testing & Cleaning Protocols, Guidance & Local Service Bulletins
Sample Travel Authorization

Two sample letters, one for a program employee and one for a patient, which would allow both to travel to and from a treatment program.

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COVID-19 Guidance, Health Alerts
Health Advisory - Visitation in Pediatric Settings

NYS DOH COVID-19 guidance for hospital operators regarding visitation updated guidance regarding obstetrical and pediatric settings

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COVID-19 Guidance, Health Alerts
Pregnancy and COVID-19 FAQs

New York State Department of Health resources for pregnant people and their families amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Telepractice & Regulatory Guidance, Regulations
Regulatory Relief for Providers amid COVID-19

OASAS is temporarily waiving certain rules and regulations to ensure maximum flexibility and support for certified and/or funded providers. Issued 3/20/20. Updated 3/16/21.

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Staffing, Testing & Cleaning Protocols, Health Alerts, Infection Control, Laws
Staff Reductions in OASAS Programs Amid COVID-19

Guidance for OASAS residential and community-based providers regarding workforce reductions ordered by Executive Order 202.6.

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Prevention Programs, Telepractice & Regulatory Guidance, Health Alerts
Prevention Services via Telepractice

Certified/funded prevention programs are permitted to provide telepractice services (telephonically and/or audiovisually) if a school district or building closes in relation to the COVID-19 emergency.