HB 14-1173 Summary

• Postpones the termination of the Department of Human Services' record-keeping and licensing functions for addiction programs involving controlled substances from July 1, 2014 to September 1, 2019.

• Delays the repeal of licensing requirements for controlled substance addiction programs from July 1, 2014 to September 1, 2019.

• Authorizes the Department of Human Services to impose alternative disciplinary actions (fines up to $500, probation, or stipulation) instead of only denying, revoking, or suspending licenses for violations.

• Permits medical directors at addiction treatment facilities to access patient program records through the prescription drug monitoring program if the patient consents.

• Appropriates $7,500 from the prescription drug monitoring fund to the Department of Regulatory Agencies for computer system changes to implement the bill's provisions.