Resources for Providers

Understanding and accessing legal resources is essential for navigating rules and regulations that can and impact how you work as a therapist. From federal laws to state-specific regulations, such as the Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR), there are various tools to stay informed. Websites like the Federal Register or state-specific platforms provide comprehensive access to legal texts, updates, and guidance. Knowing how to locate and use these resources empowers you to make informed decisions, protect their rights, and maintain compliance with the law. It's like having a roadmap to the legal landscape!

Office for Civil Rights (this will include HIPAA): https://www.hhs.gov/ocr/list-serv/index.html. This site provides resources related to civil rights, including HIPAA compliance. It offers updates and information through its listserv.

SAMHSA: https://soarworks.samhsa.gov/join-our-listserv. Focused on substance abuse and mental health services, this site includes a listserv for updates and resources.

CMS (Medicare): https://www.cms.gov/about-cms/web-policies-important-links/email-updates. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services website offers email updates on policies and important links.

EOHHS (MassHealth): https://www.mass.gov/forms/eohhs-regulatory-email-notifications. This site provides regulatory email notifications related to MassHealth.

Mass. Division of Insurance: https://www.mass.gov/insurance-regulatory-information (not a list serv, but the website you want to check for updates). The Massachusetts Division of Insurance oversees the commercial insurance industry within the state, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations to protect consumers and maintain fair practices.

Mass. Site for proposed rules: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/rule-changes-and-invitations-to-comment-on-proposed-rules-and-amendments

Federal Register: https://www.federalregister.gov/. The Federal Register is the official journal of the U.S. federal government, publishing daily updates on rules, proposed rules, and public notices from federal agencies

CMR (free): https://www.mass.gov/guides/code-of-massachusetts-regulations-cmr-by-number. The Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) organizes the rules and regulations issued by state agencies in Massachusetts. It's a valuable resource for understanding the legal framework governing various aspects of life and business in the state.

Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Service Professionals: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-of-allied-mental-health-and-human-services-professions

Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Service Professionals Meeting Calendar: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/board-of-registration-of-allied-mental-health-and-human-service-professionals-meeting-calendar