2021 MIPS IA_PSPA_10: Completion of training and receipt of approved waiver for provision opioid medication-assisted treatments

Activity ID

IA_PSPA_10

Activity Weighting

Medium

Subcategory Name

Patient Safety and Practice Assessment

Activity Description

Completion of training and obtaining an approved waiver for provision of medication -assisted treatment of opioid use disorders using buprenorphine.

Objective

Become better equipped to help patients overcome their opioid use disorders and, with certification, become a trusted source of care for patients with opioid disorders.

Suggested Documentation

Evidence of obtaining the approved waiver for provision of medication assisted treatment of opioid use disorders using buprenorphine. Include the following element:

1) Waiver – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) letter confirming presence of waiver and eligible clinician prescribing ID number. Obtaining a waiver requires mandatory training.

Example/Information

https://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment/become-buprenorphin...

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