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Drug Addiction Facts

  • No 2 inpatient drug/alcohol treatment programs are quite the same. Most are based on the 12-steps of AAs. There are rules and regulations to ensure everyone is safe and cooperative.
  • Studies have found that approximately 4 to 14% of drivers who sustained injury or death in traffic accidents tested positive for THC, the active ingredient in marijuana.
  • 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.

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 services are on the lower end of the spectrum of rehabilitation services regarding intensity of care, because the individual is able to preserve their lifestyle in several ways without the commitment of needing to remain in a treatment facility while undergoing treatment services. Although this may seem perfect it might not provide the required change of atmosphere than many individuals in rehab need to experience a productive rehab.

ASL or Other Assistance for Hearing Impaired

The hearing impaired can often be prone to alcoholism and drug abuse as a result of problems their impairment impose on them. While detection of this issue can sometimes be difficult among the hearing impaired, you will find ASL as well as other assistance services available for them when substance abuse rehabilitation is necessary. Aside from ASL, such services can include assistive listening equipment and captioned video resources to ensure that deaf and hearing impaired people are getting the help they need in alcohol and drug treatment.

Self Payment

Self Payment is necessary when someone's insurance isn't going to pay for the entire cost of rehab or will only cover some of it. In these situations, it may seem like a drawback but individuals really have a much more leverage simply because they can select whichever program they would like without the restrictions from health insurance companies that so many men and women face. Likewise, rehabilitation centers will usually provide payment assistance for people whose only choice is self payment to enable them to get into rehab.

Medicare

Medicare recipients can seek treatment at drug rehab facilities which deliver either inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation when the center is included in the network of Medicare-participating providers and with the consent of their Medicare appointed doctor, who must help in setting up the individual's rehabilitation plan. Inpatient solutions are covered through Medicare Medicare Part A, with out of pocket costs being similar to any other type of hospital stay, and outpatient rehabilitation being paid for through Medicare Part B.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which program you are covered by, all private medical insurance plans typically cover some sort of alcohol and drug rehab service which range from outpatient rehabilitation to inpatient or residential drug rehabilitation programs. Individuals could have to participate in a drug and alcohol treatment center which is inside their network of providers and there might be other limitations such as how long their stay in rehabilitation is covered. Individuals can choose a good facility they prefer and consult with a treatment specialist to ascertain if their insurance covers it.

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

Military insurance including VA and Tricare does cover the expense of certain drug abuse treatment solutions. Detox services, outpatient and inpatient facilities in addition to 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 representative. There might be some limitations concerning how much time a stay in inpatient drug rehabilitation is allowed, and every one of these questions will be answered before you begin rehabilitation so that it's clear the length of time and individual can remain in the rehabilitation center of preference.

  • West Texas VA Healthcare System
    West Texas VA Healthcare System is located at:

    300 West Veterans Boulevard
    Big Spring, TX. 79720

    If you would like to contact West Texas VA Healthcare System, you can reach them at 432-263-7361.

    West Texas VA Healthcare System offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)