
Public Health Updates from CDC and SAMHSA
Publication Date: Mar 25, 2020
PUBLIC HEALTH UPDATE FROM CDC AND SAMHSA:
As the situation with COVID-19 rapidly evolves, SAMHSA is promoting the use of evidence-based resources and practices related to the virus. To avoid duplication of efforts, SAMHSA-funded initiatives, including South Southwest ATTC, are disseminating information provided by SAMHSA or the CDC. Refer to the following links:
- CDC’s COVID-19 website;
- SAMHSA’s Guidance for OTPs;
- SAMHSA’s TAP 34, Disaster Planning Handbook for Behavioral Health Treatment Programs. SAMHSA Tips For Social Distancing, Quarantine, And Isolation During An Infectious Disease Outbreak
- SAMHSA Guidance on managing emotionally
- SAMHSA Medicare Telemedicine Healthcare Provider Fact Sheet: Medicare coverage and payment of virtual services
- SAMHSA COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Response and 42 CFR Part 2 Guidance