SBIRT

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)

By using WellScreen™ to implement SBIRT universally, we can reduce stigma, identify and intervene with high-risk substance users and ultimately save lives.

SBIRT is an effective public health approach that helps professionals identify and intervene with individuals at risk for substance use.

Key Features:

Built into WellScreen™ for universal application
Reduces stigma and enhances early intervention
Utilizes evidence-based tools: ASSIST, CRAFFT 2.0, GAD7, and PHQ-9.

SBIRT Works

Thirty years of research demonstrates the effectiveness of SBIRT. The Community Preventive Services Task Force recently recommended the use of electronic alcohol Screening Brief Intervention (eSBI).

What is the ROI for SBIRT?

SBIRT has demonstrated a strong return on investment. A study conducted by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT): Cost Benefit Analysis. 2009, estimated that for every $1 invested in SBIRT, there was a potential return of up to $20 when factoring in long-term healthcare savings, improved productivity, and reduced criminal justice costs.

Three stages of SBIRT

Screening

Screening is a quick assessment to identify individuals at risk of alcohol or drug dependence. Screening results signal the need for appropriate, timely follow-up by the practitioner.

A variety of evidence-based tools can be used for screening, including:

Alcohol, Smoking, Substance Involvement, Screening Test (ASSIST)
Brief Opiod Overdose Knowledge (BOOK)
Car, Relax, Alone, Forget, Friends, Trouble (CRAFFT 2.0)
The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ9 & PHQ-9A)
The General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7)

Brief Intervention

Brief Intervention is used to increase a patient's insight and awareness about his/her substance use. A healthcare practitioner engages the patient in a brief (10-15 minute) conversation that is nonjudgmental and provides feedback and advice to reduce risky substance use.

Brief Treatment or Referral to Treatment

A healthcare practitioner provides a referral to therapy or additional treatment for patients whose screening score indicates a need for more intensive intervention. WellScreen helps the practitioner match the patient with the most appropriate treatment resources.

Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)

SBIRT Works

What is the ROI for SBIRT?

Three stages of SBIRT

Screening

Brief Intervention

Brief Treatment or Referral to Treatment

Don't Miss the Opportunity to Improve Behavioral Health Outcomes.

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Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)

SBIRT Works

What is the ROI for SBIRT?

Three stages of SBIRT

Screening

Brief Intervention

Brief Treatment or Referral to Treatment

Don't Miss the Opportunity to Improve Behavioral Health Outcomes.

Schedule a Free Demo

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