Medical Providers

Describes findings from evaluation of a pilot project for screening and counseling for UAU that used Epic electronic health record tools in a general internal medicine clinic, as part of AHRQ's series on Health Systems Partnership Pilot Project Reports

Suggests that e-SBI is an effective intervention in reducing weekly alcohol consumption

Provides information about how to modify an organization's electronic health record system to support SBIRT implementation

Describes a model of primary care called the 10 building blocks of high-performing primary care, which describe existing high-performing practices and serve as a model for improvement

Describes how to develop a practice facilitation program within primary care settings

Module that describes the basic concepts of alcohol and drug use disorders, including considerations for standard drink sizes, Screening for Substance Use Disorders/Alcohol Use Disorders, and an introduction to alcohol withdrawal management

Discusses the importance of language when discussing substance use and reviews ways to improve language used during clinical encounters to improve patient care

Describes and compares pharmacological treatment options for individuals with AUD, including FDA- approved medications acamprosate, disufiram, and naltrexone, as well as two other evidence-based treatments that are not yet FDA approved, topiramate and gabapentin; includes diagnosis of AUD, definitions of binge drinking and “at risk” drinking, and a case vignette; up to 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for continuing education

Describes 12-step programs and how providers can help their patients get to and best use these programs, including patients taking medications for substance use disorder; up to 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit (TM) for continuing education

Reviews the efficacy and safety of naltrexone and acamprosate in the treatment of alcohol dependence