MN HF4221

Allows non-counselor staff to conduct portions of initial substance use disorder assessments within their competencies, with an alcohol and drug counselor reviewing and confirming all assessment information.

Permits alcohol and drug counselors to use current information from referring agencies or other sources to supplement assessments, with information older than 45 days not considered current.

Requires programs to provide educational materials to clients with opioid use disorder covering opioid risks, treatment options including medication-assisted treatment, overdose recognition, and naloxone use and availability.

Removes requirement for commissioner to review vendor financial information at least biennially to determine rate adjustment needs for consolidated chemical dependency treatment fund reimbursements.