Overview
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. Contact your nearest Regional Office for more information about the certification process.
Specialized
Certifications
Information on integrating SUD services with mental/physical health services.
An OASAS/OMH dual-certification.
For outpatient providers who may wish to add this designation.
Providers seeking certification for Child & Family Treatment Support Services.
Guide to obtaining approval for audio and video telecommunication services.
New York State Recovery Residences now eligible for certification.
Providers of Part 819 or 816.9 are encouraged to switch to Part 820.
For Part 822 providers seeking problem gambling certification.
For programs involved in treating withdrawal and recovery stabilization.
An optional waiver for Part 825 certified programs.
Regional Representatives are here to help
Steps to Certification
Proposal
First, arrange for an initial discussion of your concept/proposal with both the OASAS Regional Office (RO) and Local Governmental Unit (LGU) in the jurisdiction where services are proposed. Locate your Regional Office (RO).
Prior Consultation & Endorsement
In most cases, a Prior Consultation form signed by both Regional Office (RO) and LGU representatives is required. The only applications that do not require the form are: minor relocations, adding a Supportive Living Site, and changes to prevention sites. The request for a Prior Consultation is made directly to the local OASAS Regional Office. Once the required signatures are obtained from the RO and the LGU, the completed form will need to be submitted with the application. Do not submit the Prior Consult (IA) separately.
Application Submission
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.
New York State Electronic Certificate of Need Apply via NYSE-CON
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.
If you have trouble submitting the application through NYSE-CON, please contact the OASAS Bureau of Certification at [email protected]. Do not contact the Department of Health’s Health Commerce System regarding OASAS Applications.
Required Forms & Regulatory Compliance Certification Quick Reference Guide
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
- Instructions for a New Provider to submit an application through the Public Authenticated NYSE-CON (NY.gov ID)
- Instructions for changes to existing facility:
- Instructions for resuming data entry:
- On a project that does not yet have an Application Number through the Public Authenticated NYSE-CON system (NY.gov ID )
- On a NYSE-CON Project through the Health Commerce System (HCS)
- Requesting a Facilities Inspection (Final Physical Plant Inspection)
- Applicant Instructions for Satisfying Contingencies
- Instructions for Local Governmental Units:
Required Schedules
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.