Implementation of clinical decision support alerts improved notification of depression and suicide risks in adolescents, indicating a need for systematic evaluation.
Key Points
Improved notification of suicide risk in adolescents saw a significant increase in screening compliance.
Alert systems led to a 66% completion rate for the Patient Health Questionnaire screening during 76,919 visits.
Multiple alert types enhanced workflow visibility for providers, resulting in acknowledgment rates of 63 to 96%.
The integration of alert icons and guided actions may promote better next-step interventions for patients.