The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) updated its Substance Use Disorder (SUD) screening requirements specific to Medicaid members who are pregnant.
Maternity requirements for SUD screening
Providers are required to give a brief verbal screening and intervention for substance use for all pregnant members using the following guidelines:
Providers are also expected to educate patients about healthy behaviors during pregnancy, including:
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