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Certified Recovery Specialists in Centers of Excellence MAB 01-19-46
Pennsylvania Medicaid (DHS)·PA · Psychiatry·Provider Bulletin
Effective date
Jul 17, 2019
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Pennsylvania Medical Assistance requires Opioid Use Disorder Centers of Excellence to include at least one certified recovery specialist on their community-based care management teams. Providers have six months from July 17, 2019 to employ a certified recovery specialist or help current employees obtain certification.
Action Required
By January 17, 2020: OUD-COE providers must employ at least one certified recovery specialist on their community-based care management teams or assist eligible current employees in obtaining certification from the Pennsylvania Certification Board. Review current staffing to ensure compliance with this requirement.