Senate committee substitute makes the following changes to 1st edition.
Amends proposed GS 122C-263A to add licensed professional counselors to the list of persons authorized to conduct the initial examinations of certain individuals, upon request of an LME. Makes conforming changes. Clarifies that a master’s level certified clinical addiction specialist is only authorized to conduct the initial examination of individuals meeting the criteria under GS 122C-281(a) (concerning substance abusers). Makes a conforming change. Also clarifies that the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) must confirm that staff performing the duties have successfully completed DHHS’s standardized training program and examination, and are properly trained and privileged to perform the functions in the waiver.