Corona Virus Resources for Substance Use Disorder Providers
CCAPP has gathered bulletins, guidelines, and news releases to help our members navigate through the COVID-19 emergency. We will update this page as necessary. Stay safe and practice all necessary precautions
Telehealth Considerations for Behavioral Healthcare Providers: Mental Health and Addiction Treatment
Harry Nelson presented a webinar outlining the concerns Behavioral Healthcare Providers may have when entering the world of telehealth. Amidst the growing concern of the Coronavirus Pandemic, healthcare providers are turning to new means to reach their patients.
Website: https://www.nelsonhardiman.com
Impact of COVID-19 on Behavioral Health Industry: News and Views You Can Use
This webinar will present a panel discussion from experts across their practice areas on the impact of COVID-19, how response efforts affect all industries, and practical considerations affecting the behavioral health industry.
Presenters: Walter Boone, Balch & Bingham Pepper Crutcher, Balch & Bingham Bea Tolsdorf, Balch & Bingham Steven Corhern, Balch & Bingham Jeremy Retherford, Balch & Bingham Conrad Anderson, Balch & Bingham
Recorded: March 26, 2020
COVID-19 Relief Package and its Impact on Behavioral Health
The most recent legislation aimed at relief for the American economy due to the impact of COVID 19 was a complex piece of legislation that will allocate $2.2 trillion to individuals, corporations, and government agencies. This webinar will examine the impact on behavioral health services, the mechanisms for relief, and whether future legislation will be developed.
Presenter: Andrew Kessler, Slingshot Solutions
Recorded: April 1, 2020
Department of Health Care Services Information Notices and Guidance:
DHCS BHIN 20-009 COVID-19 Behavioral Health Guidance and FAQs Updated 4-23-2020
DHCS COVID-19 Response In collaboration with State and federal officials
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Pages/DHCS-COVID%E2%80%9119-Response.aspx
Behavioral Health FAQs Frequently Asked Questions for Behavioral Health Providers
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/COVID-19/IN-20-009-Guidance-on-COVID-19-for-Behavioral-Health.pdf
IN 20-009: Guidance for behavioral health programs regarding ensuring access to health and safety during the COVID-19 public emergency
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/COVID-19/IN-20-009-Guidance-on-COVID-19-for-Behavioral-Health.pdf
Telehealth Guidelines: Medi-Cal Payment for Telehealth and Virtual/Telephonic Communications Relative to the 2019-Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Telehealth Guidelines: Medi-Cal Payment Reimbursement Match Guarantee
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/COVID-19/APL19-009-Supplement-Telehealth-031820.pdf
Essential Workers Declaration that SUD workforce is Essential
https://covid19.ca.gov/img/EssentialCriticalInfrastructureWorkers.pdf
Disease Reporting Requirements
Federal Waiver Communications:
Waiver Request March 16th Request to Ease Waiver Requirements
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/COVID-19/CA-1135-Waiver-COVID-19-031620.pdf
Waiver Request March 19th Clarification to Request to Ease Waiver Requirements
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/COVID-19/CA-1135-Waiver-Request-2-031920.pdf
CMS Preliminary Response March 23rd Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Response
https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/Documents/COVID-19/CA-1135-Flexibilities-Approval-Letter-Rev-032320.pdf
HIPPA Good Faith Waiver for Confidentiality
Client and Staff Safety Guidelines and Tips:
CalOSHA The California Workplace Guide to Aerosol Transmissible Diseases
https://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/dosh_publications/ATD-Guide.pdf
SAMHSA Training & Technical Assistance Related to COVID-19
https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/training-and-technical-assistance-covid19.pdf
CalFresh Response to COVID-19
https://ucanr.edu/sites/drecBETA/files/323445.pdf
Berkeley Public Health COVID-19 Screening and Triage Tool
www.ccapp.us/index.php/download_file/view/129
County Resources For Personal Protective Devices
https://emsa.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/71/2020/02/MHOAC-Contact-List-02112020-Public.pdf
California Department of Public Health COVID-19 Health Care System Mitigation Playbook
California COVID-19 Response Stay at Home Exceptions for Essential Needs
https://covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-needs/
LA County Guidance for Non-Residential Substance Use Treatment Settings
http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/GuidanceNonResSubstanceUse.pdf
LA County Coronavirus/COVID-19 Mental Health Resources
https://dmh.lacounty.gov/covid-19-information/
Home Isolation Instructions for Managing Clients who are Symptomatic
http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/acd/docs/COVHomeIsolation.pdf
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-business-response.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-risk-assesment-hcp.html
CDC Centers for Disease Control Mental Health and Coping with Stress
Each Mind Matters Finding Support During Trying Times
Business Support and Information:
National Council of Nonprofits Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act CARES Act (Pub. L. 116-136)
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development FAQ for Small Businesses
https://business.ca.gov/coronavirus-2019/
Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Bkusiness Guide and Checklist
https://www.uschamber.com/sites/default/files/023595_comm_corona_virus_smallbiz_loan_final.pdf
Paychek Protection Program Forgivable Loans
https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/paycheck-protection-program-ppp
California Disaster Loan Assistance Information
Recovery Residence Resources:
NARR Guide for Coronavirus
drive.google.com/file/d/1E4uLjz1hRX0I1y2-8S-dD3rt5LIgtywc/view
Hope for Helpers: CCAPP is here for you!
Dear Colleagues,
Social distancing is particularly difficult for people who dedicate themselves to helping others. This message is to let you know that CCAPP is here for you during this stressful time and to inform you of our procedures during this emergency. If there is anything we can do to brighten your day, reduce your stress, or assist you so that you can refuel for the upcoming downturn in the economy and eventual surge in clients seeking care, we are here.
As vital, life-saving professionals we know that your services are absolutely necessary at this time. Because CCAPP certifies and registers the majority of the SUD counseling workforce, we will remain open and operational during the statewide shelter-in-place order so that all of our counselors can keep providing services.
In light of the new statewide shelter in place order from the governor to help slow the spread of COVID-19, CCAPP is protecting it’s workers with social distancing requirements while in the office. Unfortunately, this means we must also limit public exposure to the virus. As such, we are adjusting our services in the following ways:
1. We no long will have walk in options for in-person services at either the Sacramento or Long Beach offices.
2. We will still be available by email Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.
For education, please email [email protected]
For membership, [email protected]
For accounting, [email protected]
For credentialing, recovery residence, and general questions, [email protected]
3. We have adjusted our phone times to Tuesday through Thursday from 9am to 4pm.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We hope that you and your loved ones remain healthy and well.
Sincerely,
Pete Nielsen, CEO