Increases access to substance use disorder treatment; Requires Medicaid coverage for substance use disorder services provided by community-based organizations.

This bill requires New Jersey Medicaid to cover substance use disorder services provided by community-based organizations that meet licensing standards established by the Department of Health. It creates new provisions for opioid treatment programs, including medication units that can provide initial assessments, medication-assisted treatment, and telecounseling services. The bill also modifies patient care policies by prohibiting programs from denying treatment based on refusal of counseling and requiring harm reduction services. Additionally, it mandates the Department of Health to establish standards for community-based organizations and provide training to help them meet Medicaid requirements.