Implementation of an "opt-out" tobacco treatment program in six hospitals in South Carolina

• Main Authors: K. Michael Cummings (Author), Vincent Talbot (Author), Avery Roberson (Author), Asia A. Bliss (Author), Emily Likins (Author), Naomi C. Brownstein (Author), Stephanie Stansell (Author), Demetress Adams-Ludd (Author), Bridget Harris (Author), David Louder (Author), Edward McCutcheon (Author), Rami Zebian (Author), Alana M. Rojewski (Author), Benjamin A. Toll (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-06-01T00:00:00Z.
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Abstract Objective Describe the screening, referral, and treatment delivery associated with an opt-out tobacco treatment program (TTP) implemented in six hospitals varying in size, rurality and patient populations. Methods Between March 6, 2021 and December 17, 2021, adult patients (≥ 18 years) admi...