The Vermont Statutes Online
The Vermont Statutes Online have been updated to include the actions of the 2023 session of the General Assembly.
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Title 33 : Human Services
Chapter 019 : Medical Assistance
Subchapter 001 : Medicaid
(Cite as: 33 V.S.A. § 1901L)-
§ 1901l. Medication for opioid use disorder
(a) The Agency of Human Services shall provide coverage to Medicaid beneficiaries for medically necessary medication for opioid use disorder when prescribed by a health care professional practicing within the scope of the professional’s license and participating in the Medicaid program.
(b) Pending approval of the Drug Utilization Review Board, the Agency shall cover at least one medication in each therapeutic class for methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone as listed on Medicaid’s preferred drug list without requiring prior authorization. (Added 2023, No. 22, § 7, eff. September 1, 2023.)
