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Drug Addiction Facts

  • Inpatient programs are safe, structured environments in which individuals are removed from stressful situations that promote or fuel the urge to use drugs or alcohol.
  • Excessive alcohol use over time can result in cardiovascular problems, including myocardial infarction, cardiomyopathy, atrial fibrillation and hypertension.
  • Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the U.S., with over 17 million past-month users.

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 several settings along with various rehab lengths and plans to suit the varying needs of clients with any type of and amount of addiction. With both long and short term and both inpatient and residential centers now being paid by many insurance plans, there's no need to put off getting substance abuse treatment services for anyone who desires it.

Detoxification

Detoxification from drugs is a process which can be made a lot more manageable and safely supervised when in a proper detoxification or drug rehab program. Often detoxification isn't risk-free, and even with the best of intentions people who go through detoxification by themselves so that they can get sober may very well be putting their health as well as their lives at risk. It is usually best to look for detoxification services in a professional center to avoid such dangers as well as have a smooth progression from detoxification to rehabilitation in a quality alcohol and drug rehabilitation center.

Methadone Detoxification

It isn't uncommon for individuals who turn to methadone as a strategy to heroin or prescription opioid addiction to find that they're now addicted to methadone. To get off of methadone can be very tough, because withdrawal symptoms are typically a whole lot worse than those experienced with heroin. Methadone detoxification can take place within a detox center however such symptoms can be made more manageable and so that there are less odds of relapse so that the individual can be off of all drugs for good.

Hospital Inpatient

Hospital inpatient services are accessible to anyone who has to be safely managed through detoxification services when intensely addicted to alcohol and drugs, or who wants a better spectrum of care such as someone who has a dual diagnosis and also needs mental health services as part of their treatment procedure. You'll find both short-term and long-term hospital inpatient services accessible.

Outpatient

Outpatient solutions are on the lower end of the spectrum of rehab solutions in terms of level of care, as the individual can maintain their lifestyle in several ways without the commitment of needing to stay in a treatment center while receiving rehabilitation services. While this may appear ideal it may not provide the required change of atmosphere than lots of people in recovery need to have a productive rehab.

Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less)

Residential short-term treatment for 30 days or less is a possibility which enables individuals in recovery to have the much required change of environment required to have a shot at remaining sober. Residential treatment is the premiere option because individuals can feel comfortable and at home while receiving services. Residential short-term rehab for 30 days or less may not be long enough for certain people with more serious addiction and dependency issues, and this should always be evaluated at the end of the 30 days to establish if more extensive treatment is needed.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Individuals with co-occurring mental and substance abuse problems are what are recognized in the field of drug and alcohol rehabilitation as dual diagnosis clients. These clients must tackle both disorders when it's in rehabilitation in order to find resolution due to the fact one usually exacerbates the other. Luckily, there are numerous drug treatment facilities who are able to specifically address the issues that persons with co-occurring mental and drug abuse issues face in order to not only become sober but mentally secure and also able to lead a much better quality lifestyle and never wish to self medicate with drugs and alcohol.

Self Payment

Self Payment is necessary when a person's insurance won't cover the total cost of rehab or will only cover part of it. In these situations, it may seem like a disadvantage but people actually have a great deal of leverage due to the fact they can select whichever center they want without the restrictions from health insurance companies that so many people encounter. In addition, rehab facilities will usually offer payment assistance for people whose only choice is self payment to enable them to get into rehabilitation.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which plan you are covered by, all private health care insurance plans typically cover some sort of drug and alcohol rehab service which range from outpatient rehabilitation to inpatient or residential drug treatment facilities. Individuals might have to take part in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation center which is within their network of providers and there might be other restrictions like the amount of time their stay in rehab is covered. Individuals can choose an excellent facility they like and speak with a rehabilitation specialist to find out if their insurance covers it.

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

Military insurance including VA and Tricare does cover the costs of particular drug abuse treatment services. Detox services, outpatient and inpatient facilities in addition to partial hospitalization are covered by military insurance, although military members may need pre-authorization and in that case they can liaise with their VA or Tricare representative. There might be some restrictions regarding how much time a stay in inpatient drug rehabilitation is allowed, and all of these questions will be answered before you begin treatment so that it is clear how much time and individual can stay in the rehabilitation program of choice.

Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)

Many drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities offer payment assistance to help clients who may not have adequate funds to self pay for rehab or whose health insurance won't provide coverage or full coverage for their stay. By way of example, Sometimes insurance only covers a short-term center when in actuality a long-term center will likely be the more ideal option. To see what payment assistance can be available, like a sliding fee scale, check with the center for details.

  • Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    Veterans Affairs Medical Center is located at:

    385 Tremont Avenue and Center Street
    East Orange, NJ. 7018

    If you would like to contact Veterans Affairs Medical Center, you can reach them at 973-676-1000 x1558.

    Veterans Affairs Medical Center offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)