National Tobacco Quitline (1-800-QUIT-NOW)

A national gateway that routes callers to free, confidential state quitline services for help stopping tobacco use.

Person who wants to stop smoking or using tobaccoFamily member or helper seeking cessation information

Entitlement facts

Benefit type: Hotline or contact center. A telephone, text, chat, or contact-center service providing information, routing, coaching, or crisis support. Taxonomy definition →
What it unlocks: Evidence-based quit coaching, planning, information, and—depending on the state and eligibility—medications or additional supports.
Who qualifies: Person who wants to stop smoking or using tobacco; Family member or helper seeking cessation information
Requirements: Callers are routed by location to the state or territory program. Service formats, age rules, medication benefits, and enrollment limits vary.
How to activate: Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or use the official state quitline links, then complete the local program's intake.
Cost basis: No-cost access. The core benefit has no required payment, purchase, deposit, paid membership, or pre-existing paid-product relationship under the captured terms.
Cost and fees: Calling and core counseling are free. Medication coverage and optional services vary by jurisdiction and eligibility.
Geography: US, State and territory benefits vary
Personalization: Published eligibility is not described as individually targeted.

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Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.

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MACHINE RECORD

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National Tobacco Quitline (1-800-QUIT-NOW)

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Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.

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