LGBTQ

LGBT individuals smoke at a higher rate than heterosexual/straight individuals. They often have risk factors for smoking that include daily stress related to prejudice and stigma that they may face.

The Vermont Diversity Health Project exists to improve the health and wellness of LGBTQ Vermonters. It includes a statewide database where patients who are LGBTQ can find “queer-friendly” providers.

FOR LGBTQ VERMONTERS

Share more information with LGBTQ patients.

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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