About our OBAT work

In 2019, New Jersey introduced NJ MATrx, a program based on the national office-based treatment (OBAT) model. This national model provides financial incentives in order to expand access to medication for addiction treatment (MAT) for Medicaid beneficiaries through office-based settings, such as primary care and other outpatient settings. The NJ MATrx program offers an enhanced billing rate for providers treating substance use disorder (SUD) in these settings as well as creates a billable OBAT navigator position to address the psychosocial needs of patients receiving medication for addiction treatment (MAT).

To support the implementation of the MATrx model and the expansion of evidence-based, whole person substance use treatment for Medicaid beneficiaries, the Camden Coalition provides ongoing training and education for OBAT navigators, SUD providers and SUD care teams. Additionally, we provide billing and credentialling technical assistance for providers, health systems, and ambulatory care practices across the spectrum of readiness, from those interested in implementing the NJ MATrx model to providers/practices that are already offering OBAT services but are interested in billing at the enhanced rate.

Explore our service offerings and resources below! If you have questions or are interested in participating or partnering with us on one of our offerings, contact the OBAT team at [email protected].

OBAT Care Team Training

The Camden Coalition’s OBAT Care Team Training provides OBAT navigators and other members of New Jersey’s SUD workforce with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to support patients with navigating treatment and recovery. In partnership with New Jersey Family Care, the OBAT Care Team Training is offered at no cost to New Jersey OBAT navigators and other members of New Jersey’s SUD workforce.

Topics covered in the training include:

• The history, goals, and implementation of the NJ MATrx model
• Substance use disorders, medications for addiction treatment, and the differences between healing, recovery, and sobriety
• Approaches for building authentic healing relationships and putting harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and care-planning into practice in a clinic-based setting.

The training is offered as a virtual, self-paced curriculum, allowing learners to complete it on their schedule. It includes a diverse array of educational methods, including videos from experts in the field, case studies, reflection opportunities, and more! Each course offers several downloadable resources that can be used during the training and in the field.

Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course. CEUs are available for some disciplines.

OBAT technical assistance

The Camden Coalition provides technical assistance with implementation, billing, and credentialing to providers, health systems, and ambulatory care practices. This includes support navigating MCO credentialling, understanding the billing and documentation requirements, and answering questions specific to your practice and team.

In partnership with NJ FamilyCare, these services are available at no cost for interested OBAT providers.

Subject-specific training

The OBAT team is available to provide a limited number of custom 1-hour trainings to outpatient practices looking to bolster skills. Examples of topics include de-escalation, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing. In-person and virtual options are available.

In-person OBAT Care Team Training

The Camden Coalition is able to offer a limited number of in-person OBAT Care Team Trainings if the host site has a minimum of 10 learners.

To request technical assistance support, contact [email protected].

MAT lunch hours

Grab your lunch, log in, and join us for some great conversation!  The Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) lunch hours are interactive, hour-long virtual sessions designed to bring together professionals across New Jersey’s substance use disorder field. Each session features speakers who share emerging insights, practical strategies, and updates related to both clinical and non-clinical issues impacting individuals receiving substance use disorder treatment. Participants can expect a blend of brief presentations, real-world case discussions, and opportunities to ask questions or share experiences from their own practice. These sessions create a space for learning, collaboration, and community-building among providers, OBAT navigators, peer specialists, advocates, and other stakeholders committed to improving care for the MAT patient population.

Interested in presenting about your work at an upcoming MAT lunch hour? Fill out this form!

2026 MAT Lunch Hour schedule

All lunch hours are 12-1 pm ET

• February 18
• March 18
• April 15
• September 16
• October 21
• November 11

For questions or additional information, please contact the OBAT team at [email protected].

SUD navigator support group

Grab your lunch, get comfortable, and join us for a time of collaboration and support. The SUD Navigator Support Group provides a dedicated space for navigators working in Office-Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT) programs to connect, reflect, and strengthen their practice. This quarterly virtual meeting series is designed to foster collaboration, promote skill development, and offer emotional and professional support for those who play a critical role in patient care and recovery. The SUD navigator support group offers a supportive and judgment-free environment where navigators can openly share their experiences, challenges, and successes with others who understand the unique demands of working in substance use treatment settings. The group provides time for sharing tools, scripts, workflows, and referrals that can strengthen navigation practices and improve patient care. Additionally, each session is designed to create space for connection, reflection, and mutual encouragement, helping participants feel supported and professionally grounded.

2026 SUD navigator support group schedule

All sessions are 12-1 pm

• March 4
• June 3
• September 2
• December 2

For questions or to request a topic for an upcoming session, please contact the OBAT team at [email protected].

Resources

To support providers with implementing the OBAT model and providing patient-centered, trauma-informed SUD care, the Camden Coalition provides a directory of resources and supports.

• Billing for office-based addition treatment: New Jersey provider resource guide – provides an overview of the billing and credentialling process, including billing rates, MCO OBAT contacts, and more.
• Office-based addiction treatment: Sublocade access – provides suggested workflows for accessing Sublocade. It documents MCO and specialty pharmacy specific processes and requirements.
• Creating safe care: Supporting pregnant and parenting patients who use drugs — the report and associated toolkit equip providers and other SUD care team members with the knowledge and practical tools needed to support pregnant and parenting people who use drugs.
  • The Camden Coalition also offers a live Creating safe care training upon request. A 1-hour and 3-hour version of the training is available.

To request a training or for more information about a resource, email us at [email protected]