183. Systems-Cost-Effectiveness of Tobacco Dependence Interventions
Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence: 2008 Update
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- Recommendation: The tobacco dependence treatments shown to be effective in this guideline (both counseling and medication) are highly cost-effective relative to other reimbursed treatments and should be provided to all smokers. (Strength of Evidence = A)
- Recommendation: Sufficient resources should be allocated for systems support to ensure the delivery of efficacious tobacco use treatments. (Strength of Evidence = C)