Questions Loom Ahead of Substance Abuse Privacy Rules Shift
Summary
• Compliance deadline for aligning Part 2 programs with HIPAA confidentiality rules is approaching.
• Critical unanswered questions remain regarding the implementation of these changes.
Why It Matters for Texas Credit Unions
Relevant as it affects all credit unions, including those in Texas, and requires compliance with federal regulations.
Original Source Material
As the compliance deadline quickly approaches for changes to align the federal rules for the confidentiality of substance use disorder records with HIPAA, entities that participate in so-called Part 2 programs still face critical unanswered questions, said attorney Aleksandra Vold of BakerHostetler.