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The Division of Behavioral Health certifies Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and Recovery Support Services (RSS) providers. A detailed explanation of the rules and minimum standards for these services, including the process required for certification, can be found in the Idaho Administrative Code. Please click here to access IDAPA 16.07.20. Providers seeking approval/renewal as a SUD treatment and/or RSS provider can access the SUD/RSS application here.

The Division also certifies Nonhospital, Medically-Monitored Detoxification/Mental Health Diversion Units according to the rules and minimum standards set forth in IDAPA 16.07.50. Detox/Mental Health Diversion Units provide physician-supervised care to individuals suffering from a subacute psychiatric or alcohol/drug crisis. The application for approval as a Detox/Mental Health Diversion Unit can be accessed here.

Please remember that it is the provider’s responsibility to read, understand, and comply with the provisions set forth in the Idaho Administrative Code. Please contact the Division (contact info below) if you have any questions or concerns regarding the approval process. Once you have completed the appropriate application, including all of the required supporting documentation, please submit to:

Ryan Phillips
Division of Behavioral Health (3rd Floor)
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, Idaho  83720-0036
208.334.6610
phillipr@dhw.idaho.gov

How do I become a Qualified Substance Use Disorder Professional?

Clinicians who provide direct client substance use disorders (SUD) treatment services by a Department of Health and Welfare approved substance use disorders treatment agency must be approved as a Qualified Substance Use Disorders Professional  (QSUDP) or a Qualified Substance Use Disorders Professional Trainee (QSUDPT) in accordance with IDAPA 16.07.20 subsections 218 or 223. 

For QSUDP approval:  Mail or fax your current State of Idaho Occupational License or Certification as listed in IDAPA, resume and proof of 1040 Substance Use Disorder hours                    

For QSUDPT approval: Mail or fax your current State of Idaho Occupational License or Certification as listed in IDAPA, resume and intensive supervision plan

Mail or fax your documentation to: 

   John Kirsch
   Substance Use Disorder Program
   450 W State Street 3rd Floor, PO Box 83720
   Boise ID  83720-0036
   FAX: 208.332.7305
   Kirschj@dhw.idaho.gov
   208.334.6680

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Have questions about IDAPA ….get them answered here. Email your questions to Treena Clark at ClarkT@dhw.idaho.gov. We will include a frequently asked question in the SUDs Newsletter and will update a FAQ section on our website for your reference.
Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Do all staff need an annual TB test? Why? Can they still work with clients if they test positive?

Yes, all staff members, volunteers, and interns must have a TB test upon employment and annually thereafter. In addition, each agency must establish policies and procedures to ensure the proper documentation of this testing. The purpose, of course, is to reduce the spread of TB by identifying and treating those with active (infectious) TB. These measures are particularly important when treating individuals for substance abuse/addiction. Due to suppressed immunity, research indicates that those with a history of substance abuse are at significantly increased risk to 1.) become infected, 2.) exhibit more severe symptoms (cough, weakness/fatigue, chills, fever), and 3.) respond poorly to treatments. For this reason, staff members that have active TB must be restricted from employment until it is determined by laboratory evaluation that the TB is non-infectious. For more information please reference IDAPA Code 16.07.20.210.01.k