Status: Improving
Most Recent Data:
20
States (not including DC)
(2022)
Target:
51
States (including DC)
Desired Direction:
Increase desired
Baseline:
15
states (not including DC) had comprehensive Medicaid insurance coverage of evidence-based treatment for nicotine dependency in 2018
Increase comprehensive Medicaid insurance coverage of evidence-based treatment for nicotine dependency in states and the District of Columbia
Summary
Cigarette smoking causes cancer and early death. People on Medicaid are more likely to smoke, and smoking-related diseases are a major driver of Medicaid spending. Comprehensive Medicaid coverage of smoking cessation counseling and medications can help people on Medicaid quit smoking.
Topics: Tobacco Use, Health Insurance, Health Policy
Workgroup: Tobacco Use Workgroup
