Do I qualify for a NP/PA/CNS/CRNA/CNM Waiver?
A qualifying NP, PA, CRNA, CNM, and CNS must:
1. Be licensed under state law to prescribe Schedule III, IV, or V medications for pain
2. Complete no less than 24 hours of appropriate education through a qualified provider
3. Demonstrate the ability to treat and manage OUD through other training or experience
Contacting CSAT About an Application
SAMHSA reviews applications within 45 days of receipt. SAMHSA will send an email containing a letter of waiver confirmation with an NP or PA’s assigned special identification number to use when prescribing within this timeframe.
If it has been longer than 45 days since a provider submitted their application, or they did not receive confirmation of receipt upon submission, please contact CSAT here:
Email: infobuprenorphine@samhsa.hhs.gov
CSAT Buprenorphine Information Center: 886.BUP.CSAT (866.287.2728)