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Requirements for Licensure and Operations of Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

Question:

Does the state regulate the licensure of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) services?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 3 section of law
Citation:
  • citation 1: see full citation
    (1) It is unlawful for any person or agency to act as a substance abuse service provider unless it is licensed or exempt from licensure under this chapter. see full law
  • citation 2: see full citation
    (1) Providers of medication-assisted treatment services for opiate addiction may not be licensed unless they provide supportive rehabilitation programs. Supportive rehabilitation programs include, but are not limited to, counseling, therapy, and vocational rehabilitation. see full law
  • citation 3: see full citation
    (a) License Required. All substance use abuse components, as defined in subsection 65D-30.002(17), F.A.C., must be provided by persons or entities that are licensed by the Department pursuant to section 397.401, F.S., unless otherwise exempt from licensing under section 397.4012, F.S., prior to initiating the provision of services. see full law
since 2020-07-01
verified through 2020-08-01