Lack of reimbursement for services

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Preemptive screening for these high-risk behaviors and other health issues not only benefits parents, their children, and health care providers, but also their children. Investing in these preventive measures can substantially save us contact number list v resources in public safety departments, the criminal justice system, and behavioral health.

Unfortunately, certain factors may prevent all families from getting these pre-screenings.

These include:


Not enough medical staff
Failure to provide training for these health care workers
Inadequate network for providing referrals
Belief that screening may produce false results




Fear of being screened
Lack of awareness of their existence
However, prevention services actually have the advantage of reaching more people because they can screen for people who need further substance abuse treatment. These services can refer people to treatment and recovery centers that are effective, reliable, and safe. Additionally, through preventive screening, they can reach those who need to be referred for treatment before SUD escalates.