Disclosure of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records: How do I Exchange Part 2 Data?

SAMHSA guidance that demonstrates how Part 2 applies to the electronic exchange of healthcare records with Part 2 programs. The guidance includes examples of health information exchanges and illustrates how Part 2 applies to disclosure of patient health information in each scenario.

Key Points

• Part 2 Programs are generally prohibited from disclosing any information that would identify a person as seeking or receiving SUD treatment, without their written consent.
• Part 2 consent forms must include certain information, including but not limited to the name of the patient, the names of individuals/entities that are permitted to disclose or receive patient identifying information, the amount and kind of the information being disclosed, and the purpose of the disclosure.

Disclosure of SUD Patient Records: How do I exchange Part 2 data?