Frequently Asked Questions

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 Nebraska Methodist Health System in Omaha, Nebraska.   

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

If I enter the Program, will anyone find out?
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 live outside of eastern Nebraska and it is not convenient for me to drive to the NE LAP office in Omaha. Where will I have to go for an NE LAP assessment?
The NE LAP can provide in-person assessments at other locations throughout Nebraska if needed. However, most assessments can be completed via tele-health services for those outside of the Omaha area.

I am not sure if I need help for my alcohol/substance use. What should I do?
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 what steps to take to effectively address your situation. 

What educational presentations does the NE LAP provide?
The NE LAP provides two educational presentations: The NE LAP Services and Alcohol/Substance Use Disorders and the Health Services Professional. Presentations are generally 60-120 minutes in length and are 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; and State Board members.