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Drug Addiction Facts

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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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Outpatient

Outpatient solutions are on the low end of the spectrum of treatment solutions regarding intensity of care, for the reason that individual is able to preserve their lifestyle in several ways with no commitment of needing to remain in a rehabilitation center while undergoing rehabilitation services. Although this may seem perfect it may not provide the much needed change of atmosphere than lots of people in treatment need to experience a productive rehab.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Persons with co-occurring mental and drug use issues are what are known in the field of alcohol and drug treatment as dual diagnosis clients. These individuals must address both disorders whilst in treatment to find resolution simply because one often triggers the other. Luckily, there are numerous alcohol and drug rehabilitation centers who are able to specifically address the problems that persons with co-occurring mental and drug use issues face so that they can not just become sober but mentally stable and also able to lead a much higher quality lifestyle and not want to self medicate with drugs and alcohol.

Gays and Lesbians

It is essential that gays and lesbians acquire excellent treatment services in a rehab environment which is discreet and with rehabilitation specialists at their disposal who comprehend the distinctive challenges they have to deal with in life. Because drug abuse for gays and lesbians may also be triggered because of the challenges they face due to their sexual preference, a rehab which will help them handle these problems and give them the peace of mind they may have lacked prior to arriving in rehab could be a crucial aspect of treatment for gay and lesbian clients.

Spanish

Not all drug treatment facilities have the staff or resources to cater to the requirements of Spanish speaking clients, but thankfully there are more and more programs that can do so because the necessity for Spanish services is higher than ever before. Therapy, study information and the like are now frequently obtainable in Spanish in both short and long terms programs which deliver inpatient or residential treatment and outpatient Spanish treatment is also available around the country.

Other Languages

In every city in America there is someone struggling with substance abuse that isn't necessarily fluent in English, who might require treatment in whatever language it is that they are fluent in to ensure their needs may be catered to properly during rehabilitation. Fortunately, there are numerous drug treatment facilities that have counselors within their facility who speak other languages to make alcohol and drug treatment the most effective experience possible for anyone. Simply discover a top quality drug and alcohol treatment program and inquire if it is possible to receive treatment in other languages.

Self Payment

Self Payment is required when a person's insurance won't pay for the total cost of rehabilitation or will only pay for some of it. In these cases, it may appear like a disadvantage but individuals in fact have a much more leverage simply because they can decide on 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 choice is self payment to enable them to get into treatment.

Medicaid

Certain rehab centers accept Medicaid when the individual cannot self pay or present another kind of private health care insurance. Medicaid may possibly pay for outpatient and short-term rehabilitation inside a limited amount of programs, and in this case individuals may want to investigate the self pay option and come up with up any resources they can to fund a more quality rehab program which will get better results, such as a long-term residential drug treatment center.

Medicare

Medicare recipients can seek treatment at alcohol and drug treatment facilities which deliver either inpatient or outpatient rehab if the center is in the network of Medicare-participating providers and with the approval of their Medicare appointed physician, who must assist in establishing the person's rehabilitation strategy. Inpatient solutions are covered through Medicare Medicare Part A, with up front costs being the same as any other kind of hospital stay, and outpatient rehab being covered through Medicare Part B.

State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)

State financed insurance other than Medicaid may be used to cover the costs of drug rehab if other forms of insurance or self payment are not a choice. If someone does not have any private insurance and doesn't yet know if they could qualify for state insurance, they should consult their Social Services office in their area to figure out if they are and then apply. The majority of state financed insurance covers both outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, but generally only in the state which provides the insurance coverage.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which plan you are covered by, all private health insurance plans generally cover some type of alcohol and drug treatment service ranging from outpatient rehabilitation to inpatient or residential drug treatment facilities. Individuals could have to participate in a drug rehab center that's inside their network of providers and there could be other restrictions such as the amount of time their stay in rehabilitation is covered. Individuals can select an excellent program they prefer and speak with a treatment counselor to find out if their insurance will cover it.

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

Military insurance which includes VA and Tricare does cover the expenses of particular drug abuse rehab solutions. Detoxification services, outpatient and inpatient programs in addition to partial hospitalization are all covered by military insurance, although military members may require pre-authorization in which case they can speak with their VA or Tricare representative. There can be some limitations as to how long a stay in inpatient drug rehab is allowed, and all of these questions can be answered prior to starting rehabilitation so that it is clear how long and individual can stay in the treatment center of choice.

Sliding Fee Scale

A sliding fee scale can be a payment assistance possibility provided by a number of drug treatment programs to help help clients afford treatment where this may not have been possible originally. For example, one client's fee for rehabilitation may be different and less than somebody else whose financial situation is better making them better able to spend the money for full cost of treatment. Registrars take into consideration variables apart from income including amount of dependents to determine the ultimate cost using the sliding scale.

Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)

Many drug treatment programs offer payment assistance to help individuals who might not have sufficient resources to self pay for rehabilitation or whose health insurance won't supply coverage or full coverage for their stay. For example, Sometimes insurance only pays for a short-term facility when in fact a long-term program is going to be the more suitable option. To find out what payment assistance could be offered, for instance a sliding fee scale, consult the program for details.

  • South Nassau Communities Hospital
    South Nassau Communities Hospital is located at:

    2277 Grand Avenue
    Baldwin, NY. 11510

    If you would like to contact South Nassau Communities Hospital, you can reach them at 516-377-5400.

    South Nassau Communities Hospital offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Spanish, Other Languages
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)