decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2016 Issue 7 (July)
Adopt SBIRT alcohol and drug screening with in-office questionnaires
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Article Overview
This article explains the role of in-office alcohol and drug screening within Medicare-covered SBIRT services and points readers to questionnaire-based workflow tools used in practice. It is relevant to physician practices, billing and coding staff, and other clinicians who want a general understanding of the service area, the associated HCPCS code set, and where to find implementation resources.
Why This Topic Matters
SBIRT services can be incorporated into routine office workflows, so understanding the service category, related coding framework, and available practice tools helps organizations evaluate whether the article applies to their billing and screening processes.
What You Will Learn
- How SBIRT fits into office-based alcohol and drug screening workflows
- What broad types of screening questionnaires are discussed
- Where the article points readers for implementation and training support
- Which general coding framework is associated with the service area
Who Should Read This
- Physician practices
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Practice managers
- Clinicians involved in preventive screening
Codes Discussed
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