Does Medicare Cover Substance Abuse Treatment? #

Medicare can help pay for drug and alcohol rehab at Virtue Recovery Center. But, there are rules about who can provide the treatment and what types are covered. It’s key to know how Medicare covers addiction treatment.

Medicare Coverage for Drug and Alcohol Rehab #

Medicare covers many treatment options for drug and alcohol use disorders at Virtue Recovery Center. This includes:

• Inpatient care
• Outpatient services
• Prescription drugs (depending on your plan)

Both Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans might cover these services.

Understanding Medicare Parts #

Medicare has different parts for different services: Part A (Hospital Insurance):

• Covers inpatient hospital stays
• Inpatient care at Virtue Recovery Center
• Home health care

Part B (Medical Insurance):

• Covers outpatient treatment
• Doctor visits
• Preventive services like screenings

Part C (Medicare Advantage):

• Offered by private companies approved by Medicare
• Includes Parts A, B, and often D
• May offer additional benefits

Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage):

• Helps cover prescription medication costs
• Can be added to Original Medicare or included in Medicare Advantage plans

Medicare Eligibility for Treatment #

You might be eligible for Medicare coverage at Virtue Recovery Center if:

• You are 65 or older
• You are under 65 with certain disabilities
• You have end-stage renal disease or ALS

Medicare Coverage for Inpatient Treatment #

Under Part A, Medicare covers:

• Inpatient care at Virtue Recovery Center
• Coordinated care from doctors, nurses, and counselors
• Medication provided during treatment

Medicare allows up to 190 days of treatment at a specialty psychiatric facility like Virtue Recovery Center in a lifetime.

Medicare Coverage for Outpatient Treatment #

Part B covers outpatient treatment at Virtue Recovery Center, including:

• Outpatient hospital services
• Partial hospitalization programs
• Alcohol misuse screenings
• Individual and group therapy
• Certain medications

Medication Coverage #

Medicare Part D and most Medicare Advantage plans may cover medications used in treating SUDs at Virtue Recovery Center. This includes drugs for opioid or alcohol use disorders.

Mental Health Coverage #

Medicare covers various mental health services at Virtue Recovery Center, including:

• Diagnostic services
• Individual and group psychotherapy
• Family counseling
• Medication management
• Chronic condition management

How Virtue Recovery Center Helps Navigate Medicare Coverage #

At Virtue Recovery Center, we know Medicare can be tough to understand. Our team is here to help you get the treatment you need:

• We assist with eligibility verification and benefits checks
• Our staff coordinates care with Medicare-approved providers
• We offer financial counseling to explain potential costs
• We help with claims filing and paperwork
• We provide ongoing support for follow-up care
• We offer educational resources on Medicare coverage

If you’re thinking about treatment and have Medicare questions, please contact our admissions team. We can check your benefits and guide you through the process of getting care at Virtue Recovery Center. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength. With Medicare coverage and the care at Virtue Recovery Center, recovery is possible.