NJATOD’s advocacy letter and supporting brief urging New Jersey agencies to align state OTP regulations and Medicaid policy with the federal 42 CFR Part 8 Final Rule. Use this resource to support implementation planning, compliance alignment, and operational readiness.
State & Federal Policy
Administrative Resources
Download the NJATOD letter and supporting brief regarding the federal 42 CFR Part 8 Final Rule and recommended steps for New Jersey state agencies (DOH, DHS/DMHAS, and DMAHS/Medicaid) to support consistent statewide implementation.
Key dates: Effective April 2, 2024 • Compliance deadline October 2, 2024
Key takeaways
- State action needed: NJ guidance/waivers to align with the federal Final Rule.
- Operational clarity: Consistency across DOH, DHS/DMHAS, and Medicaid (DMAHS) reduces implementation friction.
- Modernized care delivery: Supports patient-centered flexibilities (e.g., telehealth and take-home updates).
What’s inside
- Context: 42 CFR Part 8 Final Rule overview
- NJATOD requests to NJ agencies (waivers / joint memo)
- Implementation considerations for OTPs
- Medicaid policy and reimbursement alignment considerations
- Summary points and recommended next steps
Need help?
For questions about implementation, interpretation, or where to route this guidance internally, contact NJATOD at in**@****od.org.
