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Drug Addiction Facts

  • In Europe, some Ecstasy tablets which can be purchased for as little as ?1, but typical retail prices of Ecstasy are sold in the range of ?3 to ?9 per tablet. In the U.S. Ecstasy is available for about 10 to 15 dollars per tablet, or from 4 to 6 dollars per tablet if bought in batches.
  • It is recommended that anyone who is struggling with addiction to codeine take part in a drug rehab program of at least a 90 day duration which addresses opiate addiction to ensure that they remain off of the drug for good.
  • Care must be taken to properly dispose of a fentanyl patch in order to prevent it from being accidentally discovered by children, as exposure to even a small amount of fentanyl gel can lead to a fatal overdose in children.

Addiction-treatment-center.jpgOnce you have decided to make a change and get help for your addiction problem, the next step is to explaore your treatment facility options. Keep in mind that there is no one-size fits all facility. The most effective way to find an appropriate treatment program that meets your particular needs is to speak with an addiction treatment professional who can assess your specific situation and give you various treatment facility options based on your exact needs. We can help you with this. Simply call our Drug Treatment Help-Line at 1-877-683-7818 and you will be connected to an addiction treatment specialist who can help you find the correct treatment program for you.

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Substance Abuse Treatment Services

Substance abuse treatment services are available in many different settings along with different rehabilitation lengths and plans to suit the varying demands of clients with any type of and amount of addiction. With both long and short term and both inpatient and residential programs now being covered by many insurance plans, there's no need to put off receiving substance abuse treatment services for anybody who needs it.

Outpatient

Outpatient services are on the low end of the spectrum of rehabilitation solutions in terms of intensity of care, for the reason that individual will be able to keep their lifestyle in many ways with no commitment of having to remain in a rehab center while receiving treatment services. Even though this might appear perfect it will not provide the much needed change of environment than many people in recovery require to experience a successful rehab.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Individuals with co-occurring mental and drug use issues are what are known in the field of drug rehab as dual diagnosis clients. These individuals must tackle both disorders whilst in rehab to find resolution because one usually triggers the other. Fortunately, there are several alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers who can specifically address the problems that persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders face in order to not simply become abstinent but mentally stable and also able to lead a much higher quality lifestyle and not wish to self medicate with alcohol and drugs.

ASL or Other Assistance for Hearing Impaired

The hearing impaired are often prone to alcoholism and drug and alcohol use due to challenges their impairment impose on them. While detection of this problem can sometimes be difficult among the hearing impaired, you'll find ASL along with other assistance services available for them when substance abuse rehab is needed. Besides ASL, such services might include assistive listening equipment and captioned video materials to ensure that deaf and hearing impaired individuals are obtaining the support they require in drug treatment.

Self Payment

Self Payment is required when someone's insurance won't pay for the entire cost of rehabilitation or will only pay for part of it. In these cases, it may appear like a drawback but individuals in fact have a much more leverage due to the fact they can choose whichever program they want without the limitations from health insurance companies that so many people face. In addition, rehab programs will usually provide payment assistance for people whose only option is self payment to help them get into treatment.

Medicaid

Certain treatment facilities will take Medicaid in the event the individual is not able to self pay or present some other form of private medical insurance. Medicaid may possibly pay for outpatient and short-term rehabilitation in a limited amount of centers, and in this case individuals may choose to investigate the self pay alternative and come up with up any resources they're able to to cover a more quality rehab center which will get better results, such as a long-term residential drug treatment program.

Medicare

Medicare recipients can receive treatment at alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs which provide either inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation if the facility is included in the network of Medicare-participating providers and with the approval of their Medicare appointed physician, who must help out with establishing the person's rehab plan. Inpatient solutions are provided through Medicare Medicare Part A, with up front costs being the same as any other kind of hospital stay, and outpatient treatment being covered through Medicare Part B.

State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)

State financed insurance other than Medicaid can be used to cover the expense of drug rehabilitation if other forms of insurance or self payment are not a choice. When someone doesn't have private insurance and doesn't yet know if they may qualify for state insurance, they can talk with their Social Services office in their area to figure out if they are and then fill out an application. The majority of state financed insurance will cover both outpatient and inpatient rehab, but typically only within the state which provides the insurance plan.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which plan you are covered by, all private medical insurance plans generally cover some type of drug and alcohol treatment service ranging from outpatient rehab to inpatient or residential alcohol and drug treatment programs. Individuals could possibly have to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment facility that's in their network of providers and there can be other restrictions including just how long their stay in treatment is covered. Individuals can select a good center they prefer and speak with a rehabilitation counselor to determine if their insurance covers it.

Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)

Military insurance such as VA and Tricare does cover the expenses of particular substance abuse rehab services. Detox services, outpatient and inpatient centers and also partial hospitalization are all paid for by military insurance, although military members may need pre-authorization and in that case they can liaise with their VA or Tricare consultant. There can be some limitations about the length of time a stay in inpatient drug and alcohol rehab is allowed, and all of these questions can be answered before you begin rehab so that it's clear how long and individual can remain in the treatment program of preference.

  • Hiwassee Mental Health Center
    Hiwassee Mental Health Center is located at:

    1805 Ingleside Avenue
    Athens, TN. 37303

    If you would like to contact Hiwassee Mental Health Center, you can reach them at 423-745-8802.

    Hiwassee Mental Health Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)