Do the New Substance Use Disorder Record Rules Apply to You?

Course overview

Course Description: This course examines the revised federal regulations governing substance use disorder (SUD) records under 42 CFR Part 2, which became enforceable on February 16, 2026. Participants will explore who qualifies as a federally assisted SUD program, how the holds itself out standard determines program status, and what obligations arise for both Part 2 Programs and recipients of SUD records. The course also addresses how Part 2 intersects with HIPAA and what steps providers must take to achieve and maintain compliance. This course is appropriate for beginning, intermediate, and advanced-level practitioners who wish to learn more about substance use disorder record confidentiality rules under 42 CFR Part 2. It is also a good resource for licensed therapists who need continuing education for license renewal. Authors: Stanger Learning Objectives: This course will provide a professional with detailed information about the application of 42 CFR Part 2 to substance use disorder records. Specifically, the practitioner will: Identify which healthcare providers and entities qualify as federally assisted SUD programs under 42 CFR Part 2, including the distinctions between general medical facilities and other persons or entities. Describe the confidentiality and administrative obligations imposed on Part 2 Programs, including consent requirements, notice provisions, safeguards, and qualified service organization agreements. Explain the obligations that arise for recipients of SUD records from Part 2 Programs, including downstream confidentiality duties and the consequences of non-compliance. Citation: Stanger, K. (2026). Do the new substance use disorder record rules apply to you? Holland & Hart LLP. Retrieved from https://www.hollandhart.com/kcstanger