To improve treatment outcomes and promote continuity of care, it may be essential for staff at different programs to share client information about treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. The resources in this section are meant to explain when programs and providers can receive and re-disclose substance use disorder treatment information and mental health information.
Data Privacy Considerations for OTPs and State Authorities Central registries for opioid treatment programs (OTPs) manage limited patient information to help identify whether a patient is already enrolled in another…
Telehealth has become a key tool for delivering behavioral health treatment. This resource offers practical guidance for evaluating telehealth vendors and technologies, establishing appropriate safeguards, and supporting patients in protecting…
This resource answers common questions parents and caregivers have about what
Part 2 means for them and how they can continue to support their adult child's recovery.
An Overview for Health Care Providers This resource was updated in April 2026 to address recent changes to the Information Blocking Rule The 21st Century Cures Act Information Blocking Rule…
This NPP provides information to patients on how federal law protects the confidentiality of their protected health information (PHI), including any Part 2-protected substance use disorder treatment records.