What is the Nebraska Licensee Assistance Program?

The Nebraska Licensee Assistance Program (NE LAP) provides alcohol/substance use assessments, referral assistance, case management/monitoring and educational presentations for people credentialed by the DHHS Licensure Unit, which oversees Best Care Employee Assistance Program’s (EAP) provision of these services. Best Care EAP is a service of the Methodist Health System in Omaha, Nebraska.

Who is eligible?

Any licensed professional or provider credentialed by the DHHS Licensure Unit is eligible, including those whose license is currently suspended. A credential holder does not have to be involved with the DHHS Licensure or Investigations Unit, or the legal system to utilize NE LAP services. The NE LAP welcomes self-referrals. If you have questions regarding eligibility, please call the NE LAP at (800) 851-2336.

What’s the cost?

There are no fees for the services provided by the NE LAP, including alcohol/substance use assessments conducted by the NE LAP staff, monitoring of a credential holder, educational presentations and referral assistance. However, if recommendations for alcohol/substance use treatment or other services are made, the expenses for the services are the responsibility of the credential holder.

Who provides the services?

Michelle Hruska, LIMHP, LADC, the NE LAP Coordinator, provides the services. She has extensive experience in the field of alcohol/substance use disorders and working with credential holders.

Is the NE LAP a confidential service?

Services provided by the NE LAP are confidential. Information cannot be released without the credential holder's authorization, unless provision of information is required by state or federal law. The NE LAP is required to report the credential holder to the DHHS Investigations Unit when the NE LAP determines that: (1) continued practice would pose a danger to public health and safety, or (2) a credential holder fails to comply with any term or condition of a treatment plan. (NE Revised Statute 38-175)

I don’t live in eastern Nebraska and it’s not convenient for me to drive to the NE LAP office in Omaha. Are there other options for me to complete an NE LAP assessment?

NE LAP assessments can be completed via tele-health for those outside the eastern Nebraska area.

What should I do if I’m not sure if I need help for my alcohol/substance use?

If you are questioning whether or not you need help regarding your alcohol or substance use, please call and consult with the NE LAP staff. We will discuss your concerns with you and help you determine next steps to effectively address your situation.

What educational presentations does the NE LAP provide?

The NE LAP provides two educational presentations:

• The NE LAP Services
• Alcohol/Substance Use Disorders and the Health Services Professional

Presentations are generally one to two hours in length but can be tailored to the amount of time available. Populations we provide presentations to include but are not limited to:

• Educational institutions
• Medical staff
• Treatment providers
• Professional organizations
• State board members

For more information or to schedule a consultation, assessment, or an educational session call (402) 354-8055 or (800) 851-2336 or visit lapne.org.