SBIRT
Pronunciation: ESS-burt
Also written as: SBIRT — Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment
Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment - systematic approach for identifying and addressing substance use in healthcare settings.
Full Definition
A comprehensive public health approach designed to deliver early intervention and treatment services for persons with substance use disorders and those at risk of developing these disorders. SBIRT components include screening patients for risky substance use, providing brief interventions for those at risk, and referring patients who need more intensive treatment to specialized care. In healthcare documentation, editors must ensure each component is properly capitalized and that the acronym is spelled out on first use.
Usage
Usage note: Always spell out on first use; each component should be capitalized when written in full.
In Context
- "The emergency department implemented SBIRT protocols to identify patients with potential substance use disorders during routine care." — Hospital policy document
- "SAMHSA funding supports SBIRT training for primary care providers in federally qualified health centers." — Grant application