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Preventive care · Charlotte, Michigan
Depression, tobacco-use, and alcohol-use screening
Preventive visits can provide a respectful setting to discuss emotional health, tobacco use, and alcohol use. Screening helps open a conversation about concerns and determine whether further evaluation, counseling, or referral may be appropriate.
Your care, in context.Individual assessment. Clear next steps. Connected follow-up.
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About this service
What your care may include.
The scope of depression, tobacco-use, and alcohol-use screening is guided by your clinical needs and the information reviewed at your visit. The following areas can form part of the conversation or care plan when appropriate.
- Confidential health-history discussion
- Clinically appropriate screening questions
- Review of concerns and care options
- Further evaluation or referral planning
Important expectations
Screening is not a substitute for a full behavioral-health evaluation. For an immediate safety concern or medical emergency, seek emergency help.
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Before you visit
A clearer start to your care.
Tell your clinician about the concerns you want to discuss and bring your medication list. You do not need to have a diagnosis to begin a conversation.
When arranging care, ask the office about availability, appointment type, required records, costs, and any insurance questions. Do not change medication or begin special test preparation unless your clinician instructs you to do so.
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Your care path
Know what happens next.
Prepare
Bring relevant records and follow the specific instructions provided by the office.
Review
Discuss your history, concerns, and options with the clinician before a care decision.
Follow through
Review results and arrange recommended follow-up or outside care when needed.
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Common questions
Plan with confidence.
How should I prepare for depression, tobacco-use, and alcohol-use screening?
Tell your clinician about the concerns you want to discuss and bring your medication list. You do not need to have a diagnosis to begin a conversation.
What should I confirm before arranging this service?
Screening is not a substitute for a full behavioral-health evaluation. For an immediate safety concern or medical emergency, seek emergency help.
Call the office to confirm availability and any visit-specific requirements. Coverage and out-of-pocket costs depend on the service and your circumstances; no coverage is guaranteed by this page.
Care close to home
Let’s find your next step.
Services depend on individual clinical need, medical necessity, provider assessment, eligibility, and availability. This information is educational and is not individualized medical advice. For a medical emergency, call 911. Do not use online scheduling or routine callbacks for emergency care.