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National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +2 more·Behavioral Health
Effective date
Jan 1, 2019
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI encourages primary care providers to implement universal screening for substance use disorders using the SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) model. This is an informational policy promoting evidence-based screening practices that are reimbursable services, with referral information for specialized programs including CODAC Medication Assisted Treatment and Peer Recovery Coaching.
Action Required
No immediate action required. This is an informational policy encouraging use of SBIRT screening for substance use disorders. Primary care providers may choose to implement SBIRT screening protocols and can refer patients to CODAC at (401) 461-5056 for medication assisted treatment or contact Sarah Fleury at (401) 459-1384 for Peer Recovery Coach program information.