Pennsylvania Laws

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 2 section of law
Citation:
  • citation 1: see full citation
    “NARCOTIC TREATMENT PROGRAM.” A PROGRAM LICENSED AND APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROGRAMS FOR CHRONIC OPIATE DRUG USERS THAT ADMINISTERS OR DISPENSES AGENTS UNDER A NARCOTIC TREATMENT PHYSICIAN’S ORDER, EITHER FOR DETOXIFICATION PURPOSES OR FOR MAINTENANCE. see full law
  • citation 2: see full citation
    (b)  A narcotic treatment program shall be licensed under the Department's regulations for drug and alcohol facilities in Chapter 704, 705, 709, 710 or 711. When a licensee applies to operate a narcotic treatment program, the history component of the application of the licensee shall include the licensee's record of operation of any facility regulated by any State or Federal entity. A narcotic treatment program may not be recommended for approval unless licensure has been obtained under Chapters 704, 705, 709, 710 or 711. see full law