Choosing an affordable addiction treatment center

Affordable addiction treatment centers

Choosing affordable addiction treatment is something that many struggle with.  Affordable addiction treatment centers are all around, but it can be difficult to choose the right one for you. A Google search of “affordable addiction treatment” will bring back thousands of results and most of the addiction treatment centers seem to offer similar treatment. Navigating the waters of choosing affordable addiction treatment can be a daunting task, but it can be done.

Before you can choose the right affordable addiction treatment, you must find an addiction treatment center that you will be able to afford. First, research your health care insurance coverage. Many people don’t realize that many health care plans will cover drug treatment at little or no out of pocket cost. Most states (43 of them) have laws that require plans to cover drug treatment. Because of the stigma associated with addiction, you may have to be prepared to challenge your health insurance carrier if they deny coverage. Some states find it difficult to enforce the laws regarding drug treatment because of this stigma. Keep in mind that group health insurance is required to comply with state law, but financially, it is beneficial to them to deny coverage. Research your state laws before you contact your health insurance carrier and don’t take no for an answer. With the right attitude and information, you can find affordable addiction treatment.

Even if you don’t have health insurance, you can still find affordable addiction treatment .Many drug treatment facilities will work with you financially; most offer a discounted rate for those without health insurance coverage. Several affordable addiction treatment facilities offer some type of scholarship program for certain individuals to help offset the cost of treatment.

Once you know what kind of benefits you have and which places accept your insurance, it is important to research the addiction treatment facility. Affordable addiction treatment facilities vary widely in the kind of care they provide and the success rate of the patients. Write down all of your questions before you contact the affordable addiction treatment facility. To choose the right addiction treatment center for you, ask what their program entails. Find out what their philosophy is in treating addiction. These questions may help you learn more about the program at an affordable addiction treatment center:

• Do you use a 12-step approach or an alternative treatment philosophy?
• Is it inpatient or outpatient treatment?
• What is the average length of stay?
• What methods do you use to treat patients?
• How are families involved in the treatment process?
• Does your addiction treatment center offer any follow-up program to help prevent relapse?
• What is your staff to client ratio?
• What are the goals and philosophy of your addiction treatment center?

Finally, visit the alcohol rehab center if possible. Check out their living and treatment accommodations. Pictures of rehab centers can often be deceiving, so it’s best to see them in person whenever possible.

If you or someone you know is looking for affordable addiction treatment, call us at (877) 711-HOPE (4673) or visit us online at www.palmpartners.com