HELP PREGNANT VERMONTERS QUIT

Knowing how to support your pregnant patients with quitting tobacco can be difficult. 1-800-QUIT-NOW (link to number) has a special program for pregnant Vermonters who smoke or use other tobacco. Patients will work with a supportive Pregnancy Quit Coach during and after their pregnancy. The program includes:

  • 9 calls with their own personal coach
  • Free text messaging support
  • Free Nicotine Replacement Therapy with a doctor’s prescription
  • Up to $250 in gift cards while trying to quit during and after pregnancy

And now, eligible Vermont Medicaid members who use tobacco are covered for up to 16 face-to-face tobacco cessation counseling sessions per calendar year with an authorized health care professional. This benefit applies to telehealth sessions. Learn more and see a description of the codes available here.

Help pregnant Vermonters quit

REFER YOUR PATIENT

If your patient is ready to get started, they can: Medicaid members and uninsured Vermonters who want to quit tobacco can now earn up to $150 by enrolling in 802Quits. Refer patients for free counseling, quit medication and more.

Or, you can send a referral electronically during the appointment.

MEDICAID CESSATION BENEFITS

Remember, Vermont Medicaid covers up to 16 face-to-face tobacco cessation counseling sessions (including telehealth sessions) per calendar year for eligible members of any age who use tobacco and nicotine products.

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