


The measure captures rates for follow-up visits for alcohol or other drug abuse or dependence after an ED visit: See our tip sheet.įUA applies to members ages 13 and older with a principal diagnosis of alcohol or other drug abuse or dependence during an emergency department (ED) visit. Treatment may occur in an inpatient, residential, outpatient or telehealth setting or as medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Engagement of treatment, at least two additional treatment sessions within 34 days of the initiation appointment.Initiation of treatment, one treatment within 14 days of the diagnosis.The measure captures two stages of adequate and timely follow-up treatment: IET applies to members ages 13 and older with a new episode of alcohol or other drug abuse or dependence.

