Is MH-CLD state data reporting optional?

No, Mental Health Client Level Data (MH-CLD) data is not optional for data reporting. Reporting this data is required. 

If you are a state or a State Mental Health Agency (SMHA) seeking assistance, please contact the Behavioral Health Services Information System (BHSIS) program office. You can call the BHSIS office toll-free at 1-833-888-1553 (Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. ET) or email FindTreatment@samhsa.hhs.gov.