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Drug Addiction Facts

  • Marijuana, alcohol and cocaine were the most common drugs co-involved in Ecstasy related emergency department visits in 2008, with marijuana being involved in 38.2%, alcohol being involved in 38.1%, and cocaine being involved in 31.8%.
  • The most common method of treatment, in an inpatient treatment, is a therapeutic community, involving the staff and other individuals, focusing on helping the person identify the sources and conditions that lead to substance abuse.
  • Meth causes a more than 3-fold release of dopamine in the brain when compared to cocaine.

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 can be obtained in many different settings with different rehabilitation lengths and plans to suit the varying needs of clients with any sort of and degree of addiction. With both short and long term and both inpatient and residential centers now being paid by many insurance companies, there is no need to put off receiving substance abuse treatment services for anybody who wants it.

Detoxification

Detoxification from drugs and alcohol is really a process which can be made a lot more manageable and safely supervised when in a professional detoxification or alcohol and drug rehabilitation center. Sometimes detoxification isn't without risk, and even with good intentions individuals who undergo detoxification independently in an effort to get sober may very well be putting their own health or even their lives at risk. It is always better to seek out detoxification services inside a professional center to prevent such hazards and also to have a smooth transition from detoxification to rehabilitation in a top quality drug and alcohol rehabilitation program.

Outpatient

Outpatient solutions are on the bottom end of the spectrum of treatment solutions in terms of level of care, since the individual is able to preserve their lifestyle in lots of ways without the commitment of having to remain in a rehabilitation facility while undergoing rehab services. Although this might seem perfect it will not provide the required change of atmosphere than many people in rehabilitation need to experience a successful rehabilitation.

Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less)

Residential short-term treatment for 30 days or less is a possibility which enables individuals in rehab to have the much required change of environment essential to have a chance at staying abstinent. Residential treatment is the premiere option because individuals can feel comfortable and at home while receiving services. Residential short-term rehabilitation for 30 days or less may not be lengthy enough for particular people with more extreme addiction and dependency problems, and this should at all times be evaluated after the 30 days to ascertain if more extensive rehabilitation is necessary.

Self Payment

Self Payment is required when a person's insurance won't cover the total cost of treatment or will only cover some of it. In these instances, it may seem like a drawback but individuals really have a great deal of leverage due to the fact they can choose whichever facility they want without the restrictions from health insurers that so many people encounter. In addition, rehabilitation centers will usually provide payment assistance for individuals whose only choice is self payment to help them get into rehab.

State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid)

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

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which plan you are covered by, all private health care insurance plans typically cover some type of alcohol and drug treatment service including outpatient treatment to inpatient or residential alcohol and drug treatment facilities. Individuals may have to take part in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility that is in their network of providers and there might be other restrictions like the amount of time their stay in treatment is covered. Individuals can select a good program they like and consult with a rehab specialist to ascertain if their insurance will handle it.

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

Military insurance which includes VA and Tricare does cover the costs of certain substance abuse treatment services. Detox services, outpatient and inpatient centers along with partial hospitalization are paid for by military insurance, although military members may need pre-authorization and in that case they can speak with their VA or Tricare consultant. There could be some limitations concerning how long a stay in inpatient drug and alcohol treatment is allowed, and every one of these questions can be answered before beginning treatment so that it is clear just how long and individual can stay in the rehab center of choice.

  • VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
    VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System is located at:

    University Drive
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15240

    If you would like to contact VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, you can reach them at 412-360-6611.

    VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less)
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)