Action:
Removal of DEA-X Waiver
Action 6417
General Information
Action Summary |
This action removes the federal requirement that practitioners obtain a special federal waiver, referred to as “X-Waiver” (or “DEA-X Waiver” or “Buprenorphine Waiver”) to prescribe buprenorphine for the treatment of opioid use disorder, pursuant to Section 1262 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023. |
Chapters Affected |
Only affects this chapter.
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Executive Branch Review |
This Action is exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act, but falls within the Executive Branch and
will be reviewed by the Governor's Office.
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RIS Project |
Yes [7772] |
Is Federal action a driving factor in this regulatory change? If so, please provide a specific reference to the law, regulation
or court case.
Section 1262 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023.
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New Periodic Review |
This action will not be used to conduct a new periodic review.
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Stages
Stages associated with this regulatory action.
Stage ID |
Stage Type |
Status |
10256
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Final
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Governor's office review in progress. |
Contact Information
Name / Title:
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Meredith Lee
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Policy, Regulations, and Manuals Supervisor
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Address:
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600 E. Broad St., Suite 1300
Richmond, VA 23219
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Email Address:
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Meredith.Lee@dmas.virginia.gov
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Phone:
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(804)371-0552
FAX: (804)786-1680
TDD: (800)343-0634
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