Implementation of a Hospital-Based Screening and Treatment Program for Unhealthy Alcohol Use - Scorecard - MDSpire

Implementation of a Hospital-Based Screening and Treatment Program for Unhealthy Alcohol Use

  • By

  • Jananie Ramesh

  • Christopher Moriates

  • John Embers

  • Alanna Boulton

  • Nicole Kluz

  • Rachel Holliman

  • Frances Ibarra

  • Ohenewaa Dede-Bamfo

  • Patrick Chang

  • Mary Velasquez

  • Michael Pignone

  • May 14, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Establishment of a Hospital-Centered Program for Screening and Managing Unhealthy Alcohol Consumption

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Target PopulationHospitalized patients with unhealthy alcohol use, particularly those at high risk for alcohol use disorder (AUD), including those with severe UAU.
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Add highlight: 'Emphasize the need for outpatient follow-up to ensure continuity of care.'

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Implement SBIRT for low-risk patients and STIR for high-risk patients, with specific follow-up strategies for low-risk patients.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        MAUD initiation is recommended for high-risk patients (AUDIT scores ≥ 12) prior to discharge.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Include specific training requirements for non-physician providers to facilitate effective intervention delivery.

        Related Resources & Content

        Original Source(s)

        Implementation of a Hospital-Based Screening and Treatment Program for Unhealthy Alcohol Use

        • by Jananie Ramesh, Christopher Moriates, John Embers, Alanna Boulton, Nicole Kluz, Rachel Holliman, Frances Ibarra, Ohenewaa Dede-Bamfo, Patrick Chang, Mary Velasquez, Michael Pignone

        • May 14, 2026

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