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

Question:

Does the state regulate the operation of office-based opioid treatment (OBOT)?

Answer:
Yes
This answer is derived from 2 section of law
Citation:
  • citation 1: see full citation
    This rule establishes minimum requirements for authorized Office Based Opioid Treatment Providers (OBOT) to prescribe, and in limited circumstances, dispense buprenorphine to individuals requiring and seeking treatment for opioid addiction. The rule also establishes Vermont-specific requirements for Opioid Treatment Programs that are in addition to the regulatory requirements of 42 CFR, Part 8. see full law
  • citation 2: see full citation
    3.14 "MAT" means medication-assisted therapy to treat opioid dependence. Both methadone and buprenorphine are examples of MAT drugs. MAT may also be referred to as Opioid Replacement Therapy. see full law
since 2019-07-01
verified through 2020-08-01