Paying for Treatment

How is the cost of treatment determined?

The cost of treatment is dependent upon several factors which include: the level of care, (detox, inpatient or outpatient treatment), the duration of treatment, the intensity of inpatient services, types of therapy and medications prescribed, special care needs and location. Also, the intensity of physician or other licensed professionals services greatly influences the cost and location can be a large determining factor in the cost of treatment.

Finding a facility that can provide the patient with the comprehensive treatment he or she deserves is of the greatest importance. Always look for a state licensed and accredited facility that provides treatment based upon best practices. The medical and clinical staff should be licensed, with advanced degrees and with certifications and experience in addiction treatment. Credentialed professionals in addiction medicine and treatment can best address each patient’s individual needs.

We can help you find the best facility for your needs, while ensuring that the facility’s business office and utilization review department work together in managing your insurance benefits.

Major Medical

Most treatment facilities will be able to assist you in determining insurance coverage. In general, major medical policies will cover some or all of the phases associated with addiction treatment. Each person’s policy is different so it is impossible to state here what is paid for and what is not. The duration of treatment covered and the type of coverage provided varies according to patient and policy.

We can help you identify a treatment facility that fits your financial needs. Once a facility has been located, you will only call the treatment facility with your medical insurance information and an admissions advisor will be able to help you.

Private Pay

If you need treatment, and your insurance will not cover any portion of addiction treatment, or you choose not to use your insurance or you do not have insurance, you are left with two choices: you can “privately pay” or go to a state funded facility. Because the number of state funded facilities is limited, they generally have waiting lists. Often, families, at great sacrifice, are willing to private pay for their loved one. Some treatment facilities are able to provide private pay clients with a discount or a payment schedule.

The treatment facility of your choice will help you determine the best payment option.

State Funded Treatment Facilities

If you suffer from alcohol or drug addiction and you do not have health insurance coverage or the ability to take the private pay option, do not despair. There are state funded treatment facilities across the nation that treat uninsured patients. Call State Funded Programs at 800-662-4357 or 800-729-6686. The government’s Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration website has a treatment facility locator. Go to http://www.samhsa.gov/treatment/index.aspx and click the link to find a treatment center right for you.

Our coordinators are also standing by to help you locate the right treatment program for your needs. Call now and speak to someone. Our operators are on call 24 hours, 7days a week. Call 1-888-221-5866.