Substance Use Disorder Licensure

This page is designed to assist substance use disorder (SUD) providers and recipients through the state licensure process, as well as provide additional resources. You will find information regarding applying for a new license , making changes to an existing license, annual licensure renewals , licensure requirements and service categories , complaint process, SUD laws and regulations , and resources .

State Licensing

State licensing is required for Substance Use Disorder Programs. For specific information about licensure requirements and service categories, see SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER LICENSE (michigan.gov)

New License

To begin operation of a new substance use disorder (SUD) program, all of the following steps must be completed:

1.Complete state licensure application LARA-SLACR-SUD and email completed application to LARA-BCHS-NLTCSLS@michigan.gov

2.Payment: For electronic payments, visit LARA BCHS NLTC LICENSE - Electronic Payment. Paying electronically is the fastest way to have your application processed. There is a 2% processing fee for electronic payments. Paying electronically expedites the application process. If you do not agree to pay the processing fee, a written check may be submitted by mail (please see below for mailing instructions). Please note, submitting by mail may delay processing 6-8 weeks.

Fees for New Licensure
Licensing Fee $500

NOTE: If a governmental entity is directly offering SUD services, a license cannot be issued in accordance with MCL 333.6233(1), 333.1106(4), and 333.1104(7). Governmental entities include sovereign tribes, state government agencies, local city or county agencies, and other government units.

Changes

To make changes to an existing licensed facility including relocation, facility name change, change of ownership or corporate name change, and/or change in service category:

1.Complete the state licensure application and change request form LARA-SLACR-SUD

2.Fees/Payment: To make your payment electronically for changes to an existing license, visit LARA Change Request Payments. Paying electronically is the fastest way to have your application processed. There is a 2% processing fee for credit card payments or $0.15 processing fee for electronic check payments. Paying electronically expedites the process for changes to existing licenses. If you do not agree to pay the processing fee, a written check may be submitted by mail. (please see below for mailing instructions).

Fees for Changes to an Existing License

Substance Abuse Program Licensure

►License (facility/DBA) name change $500

►CHOW or corporate name change $500

►Branch Location $0

►Change in Service Categories $500

Renewals

All State Licenses must be renewed annually. Annual renewal letters and invoices are sent in June of each year. License renewals must be paid online no later than July 31st. Renewal is only open beginning in June (not before) at eLicense

Fees for Licensure Renewal
Substance Use Disorder Licensure$500

Licensure Requirements & Service Categories

A state licensure application is required to begin operation of a new SUD program. SUD programs must identify the type of services to be offered at the licensed site by designating a specific service level category or categories outlined below:

• PREVENTION - Prevention services reduce the risk that an individual will develop problems that might require that he or she enter the substance abuse treatment system.
  • CAIT (Community Change, Alternatives, Information, Training) – Means prevention services offered by a substance use disorder services program.

  Complaints

  FILE A RECIPEINT RIGHTS COMPLAINT

  When a person believes that it is necessary to file a formal complaint, it is important that the complainant understands whether their concerns meet the criteria for a recipient rights complaint or a non-recipient rights complaint. Recipient Rights are detailed in the Public Health Code (PA 368 of 1978). These rights were provided to the recipient at the time of admission by the program and the recipient is provided a copy of the “Know Your Rights” brochure. If the allegation(s) is a violation of recipient rights, please follow the guidance below as the complaint needs to be investigated by other entities prior to filing a complaint with the Department.

  1. Complainant will need to complete BCHS-SUD-200.The form should be provided directly to the SUD program rights advisor.
     • The complainant will receive a copy of the BCHS-SUD-205 detailing the findings of the investigation by the SUD program.
  2. If the complainant is unsatisfied with the findings from the SUD program, the complainant may file an appeal to the Regional Entity by completing BCHS-SUD-210.
     • The complainant will receive a copy of the BCHS-SUD-215 detailing the finding of the investigation by the Regional Rights Consultants investigation.
  3. If the complainant is unsatisfied with the findings from the Regional Rights Consultant, the complainant may file an appeal to the Department by completing BCHS-SUD-220.
     • The complainant will receive a copy of the BCHS-SUD-225 detailing the findings of the investigation by the Department.
  4. If the complainant is unsatisfied with the decision from the Department, the complainant can request a hearing from the Department Director (under the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.201 to 24.328).

  FILE A NON-RECIPIENT RIGHTS COMPLAINT

  The complainant will need to complete the BCHS-SUD-250 for non-recipient rights concern(s). This complaint should be limited to allegations that a program did not comply with the Public Health Code, Mental Health Code, other state laws, or the substance use disorder state administrative rules. The following are examples of non-recipient rights concerns:

  • Medication errors
  • Staffing concerns
  • Facility physical plant concerns
  • Violation of state administrative rules or other state and/or federal laws.