Overview:

This 90-minute training session, "Exploring New SAMHSA Confidentiality Laws for Substance Use Disorder Records (42 CFR Part 2)," addresses the critical need for healthcare organizations to comply with federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) regulations governing substance use disorder records. The session provides a detailed comparison between 42 CFR Part 2 requirements and the more familiar HIPAA Privacy and Security Regulations.

Both regulatory frameworks carry substantial civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance and are now subject to proactive federal enforcement. Failure to comply with either regulation can result in severe legal consequences under state negligence and privacy laws.

This training covers the latest SAMHSA and HIPAA regulatory updates and addresses multiple practical scenarios and frequently asked questions regarding substance abuse records, mental health records, alcohol abuse records, and appropriate methods for securing and disclosing this highly sensitive information. The session includes a comparative analysis highlighting the crucial distinctions between SAMHSA and HIPAA requirements for protected health information.

Why should you Attend?

• Are you confident in understanding the critical differences between HIPAA and SAMHSA CFR 42 Part 2? Even subtle distinctions between these regulations carry significant compliance implications.

• Does your organization handle substance abuse records or provide treatment for substance use disorders?

• Are you aware of the stringent federal requirements governing this particularly sensitive category of health information?

• Do you understand the serious consequences for non-compliance with both HIPAA and SAMHSA regulations?

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) operates within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to advance national behavioral health initiatives. SAMHSA's mission focuses on reducing the impact of substance abuse and mental illness across American communities through effective regulation and public health guidance.

Areas Covered:

• Regulatory Updates for 2024

• SAMHSA Fundamentals and Scope

• HIPAA Requirements and Applications

• Security Protocols for Portable Electronic Devices

• Permissible Disclosure Circumstances and Procedures

• Required Documentation Standards

• Enforcement Mechanisms and Trends

• Comparative Analysis: SAMHSA vs. HIPAA (with scenario applications)

• Covered Entities and Compliance Obligations

• Implementation Best Practices

Who will benefit?

This webinar provides valuable guidance for:

Professional Roles:

• Practice Managers

• Physicians and Medical Professionals

• Business Associates serving healthcare providers (including billing companies, transcription services, IT providers, answering services, home health agencies, medical coders, and legal counsel)

Organizations:

• Private Practices

• Hospitals and Healthcare Systems

• Billing Companies

• Transcription Services

• Home Health Organizations

• Health Insurance Providers

• Ambulatory Centers

• IT Service Providers

• Legal Practices