Drug & Alcohol Rehab: Detox, Treatment & Costs (U.S.)
Need help for addiction? Learn detox vs. rehab, inpatient vs. outpatient, costs, insurance, MAT, dual diagnosis, and how to start today.
🚨 Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 for immediate support and treatment referrals.
🏥 Understanding the Difference: Detox vs. Rehab
Detoxification (Detox)
Detox is the first step in addiction treatment, focusing on safely removing substances from your body while managing withdrawal symptoms.
What Detox Includes:
- Medical supervision 24/7
- Medication-assisted withdrawal management
- Vital sign monitoring
- Nutritional support
- Basic counseling
Duration: Typically 3-7 days, depending on the substance and individual factors.
Rehabilitation (Rehab)
Rehab addresses the psychological and behavioral aspects of addiction through therapy, education, and skill-building.
What Rehab Includes:
- Individual and group therapy
- Behavioral modification programs
- Life skills training
- Relapse prevention planning
- Family therapy sessions
Duration: 30, 60, 90 days, or longer-term programs.
🏠 Treatment Settings: Inpatient vs. Outpatient
Inpatient (Residential) Treatment
✅ Best For:
- • Severe addiction
- • Multiple failed attempts
- • Co-occurring mental health issues
- • Unsafe home environment
- • Need for medical supervision
📋 What's Included:
- • 24/7 medical care
- • Structured daily schedule
- • On-site therapy sessions
- • Meals and accommodation
- • Peer support community
Outpatient Treatment
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): 9-12 hours per week Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): 20+ hours per week Standard Outpatient: 1-3 hours per week
Best for: Mild to moderate addiction, strong support system, work/family commitments
💰 Treatment Costs & Insurance Coverage
Average Costs (Without Insurance)
Detox
$1,000-$3,000
3-7 days
Inpatient (30 days)
$15,000-$50,000
Residential treatment
Outpatient
$3,000-$10,000
3-month program
Insurance Coverage
💡 Good News About Insurance
The Affordable Care Act requires most insurance plans to cover addiction treatment as an essential health benefit.
Typically Covered:
- • Detoxification services
- • Inpatient treatment
- • Outpatient therapy
- • Medication-assisted treatment
May Require Pre-Authorization:
- • Luxury or executive programs
- • Extended treatment (90+ days)
- • Out-of-network facilities
- • Specialized therapies
💊 Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
MAT combines behavioral therapy with FDA-approved medications to treat substance use disorders.
Common MAT Medications:
🍺 Alcohol Use Disorder
- Naltrexone: Reduces cravings and blocks euphoric effects
- Acamprosate: Helps maintain abstinence
- Disulfiram: Creates unpleasant reaction to alcohol
💉 Opioid Use Disorder
- Methadone: Long-acting opioid replacement
- Buprenorphine: Partial opioid agonist
- Naloxone: Overdose reversal medication
🧠 Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Many people with addiction also have co-occurring mental health disorders. Dual diagnosis treatment addresses both conditions simultaneously.
Common Co-Occurring Disorders:
- Depression and anxiety disorders
- PTSD and trauma-related conditions
- Bipolar disorder
- ADHD
- Eating disorders
Why Integrated Treatment Matters:
Treating only addiction or only mental health leaves the person vulnerable to relapse. Comprehensive care addresses root causes and provides better long-term outcomes.
🚀 How to Start Treatment Today
Step 1: Assessment
Contact a treatment center for a confidential assessment to determine the appropriate level of care.
Step 2: Insurance Verification
Most facilities will verify your insurance coverage and explain your benefits.
Step 3: Admission Planning
Work with admissions staff to plan your treatment timeline and address any concerns.
🌟 Ready to Begin Your Recovery Journey?
LA Wellness Haven offers comprehensive addiction treatment with personalized care plans, insurance verification, and immediate admission availability.
📚 Additional Resources
🆘 Crisis Resources
- SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-4357
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Suicide Prevention: 988