Tobacco Information For Healthcare Professionals
Help your patients quit through proven, effective treatments for nicotine addiction — including medications, cessation counseling, and a free clinical referral program.
Refer a Patient
How You Can Help Patients Quit
Clinicians play a critical role in helping patients quit tobacco and nicotine. QuitNowRI connects your patients to free, evidence-based treatment — and sends follow-up reports directly back to your practice.
Screen in 7 Minutes: The "5 As" Model
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends the "5 As" to screen for tobacco use and refer patients to evidence-based addiction treatment.
Insurance Coverage: Most Plans Cover Treatment
Most commercial health plans and Medicaid in Rhode Island cover tobacco addiction treatment, including counseling, NRT products, and prescribed medications.
Closed-Loop Reporting: Track Your Patients' Progress
Referring providers receive follow-up reports that can be entered into the patient's EMR to track quit success or flag if additional follow-up is needed.
Action Steps: What You Should Do
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Screen Patients
Screen all patients for tobacco use using the "5 As" model and refer patients to evidence-based nicotine addiction treatment services.
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Assist Patients
Assist patients with confirming benefits coverage. Many insurances will cover nicotine replacement therapy costs without a prescription.
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Refer Patients
Refer any interested patient to QuitNowRI for free and customized support services to help them quit tobacco and nicotine.
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For Patients Who Decline Referral
Let them know help is available at QuitNowRI.com or 1-800-QUIT-NOW whenever they are ready.
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Order Materials
Visit the Order Publications Page to order patient education materials for your practice.
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Available now
Continuing education training offered by National Jewish Health, a national tobacco cessation partner.
Additional Resources
Clinical Referral: QuitNowRI Refer a Patient
QuitNowRI Refer a Patient (formerly called QuitWorks-RI) helps healthcare professionals and clinicians connect patients to tobacco use treatment through QuitNowRI.
QuitNowRI can help your patients:
- Quit using tobacco and nicotine products safely and effectively.
- Connect with a Tobacco Treatment Specialist who can offer coaching and support.
- Get free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), if eligible and available.
How it works
Anyone ages 13+ who smokes, vapes, or uses tobacco and nicotine products can access free services to treat nicotine addiction through a clinical referral.
Clinicians who refer patients can track their patients' tobacco cessation progress to support their quit journey.
Ready to Refer?
QuitNowRI is free for all Rhode Island residents. Refer a patient in minutes.