

In New York, a prospective provider of substance use disorder services is required to receive the prior approval of the Commissioner of OASAS and go through the necessary channels of certification before establishing, incorporating and/or constructing a facility or offering a service. In most cases, prior approval from the Local Governmental Unit is also required. Once certified, any changes or additions of services that occur require explicit notice and approval.
An optional waiver for Part 825 certified programs. It is available to implement...
First, arrange for an initial discussion of your concept/proposal with both the OASAS Regional Office and Local Governmental Unit (LGU) in the jurisdiction where services are proposed. Locate your Regional Office (RO).
In most cases, a Prior Consultation form signed by both Regional Office and LGU representatives is required. The only applications that do not require the form are: minor relocations, capital projects, adding a Supportive Living Site, and changes to prevention sites.
Once you receive recommendation to move forward with your proposal, you can submit your complete application via NYSE-CON according to the detailed application instructions below. Be sure to send signed copies to RO and LGU representatives.
Applicants are required to upload and submit completed application through the NYSE-CON system using an Health Commerce System (HCS) or NY.gov account. If you are not yet an OASAS-certified provider, you can access the NYSE-CON system using a my.ny.gov account. If you are a certified provider, you may already have an HCS account (try the same credentials you use to access the LOCATDR); if not, your agency HCS coordinators can assist in registering new accounts. HCS coordinators are responsible for auditing their organization’s users and role assignments.
Application contents will vary based on your proposal. The Quick Reference Guide to Program Certification provides applicants with a brief overview of the completion requirements associated with our certification process. The guide should be used as an aid and does not replace the full instructions below.
Instructions for Local Governmental Units:
Download and complete the required schedules based the application instructions for the proposed action. The Quick Reference Guide can also be used as a component checklist; it does not replace the full instructions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to review any applicable regulations to ensure proposed actions are in compliance with New York State regulatory standards.