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  • Drug Overdose Facts
  • Early emergency treatment can help to limit the long term health consequences that are so often related to a drug overdose.
  • In the eastern United States, heroin is typically sold as a white or off-white powder, one of the purest forms of the drug.
  • As of 2010, 1.2% of 8th graders, 1.6% of 10th graders, and 1.0% of 12th graders had abused methamphetamine at least once in the year prior to being surveyed.
  • About 56% of acetaminophen overdoses occur when over-the counter acetaminophen is taken with prescription pain relievers like Vicodin which also contain acetaminophen.
  • Quinine is a substance that is commonly reported to be used to cut white powder heroin; additionally, the additive has often been reported to be the culprit in many heroin overdose deaths.
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Self Pay (Out of Pocket)

Self payment substance abuse rehabilitation programs are a great alternative to other types of treatment centers i.e. private medical insurance and state funded programs. People who are capable of attending self payment programs pay for their entire rehab process out of pocket. Keep in mind though, this does not mean that they will not have access to financial assistance if needed. It just means that self payment is their primary method of covering the cost of their substance abuse rehab program. To learn more about self payment programs, make contact with a substance abuse rehabilitation program and ask about their payment options. It is beneficial to contact a number of facilities so that you have an understanding of your choices regarding treatment options and payment methods.

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Medicare Coverage

Drug addiction and alcoholism can effect many older Americans and seniors, and this problem continues to grow as each year passes. Seniors who are covered through the Medicare program, an insurance plan funded through the federal government for Americans in this age bracket, can use their benefits to receive treatment services for drug or alcohol addiction at a variety of drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers around the country. Medicare covers both inpatient and outpatient treatment facilities, and seniors who are in need of help can consult with their primary care physician to choose a treatment program covered by Medicare which would fit his or her particular needs.

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Private or Personal Health Insurance

If someone is addicted to drugs or alcohol and is looking for help, there are many effective drug rehab facilities accept private health insurance. Whereas some outpatient and short term rehab facilities accept private health insurance, far more beneficial drug rehab programs which require an inpatient or residential stay for at least 90 days are also an available option. These programs which accept private health insurance can differ in terms of treatment curriculum, but those people who are covered by private health insurance are fortunate enough to have financial assistance when it comes to attending a drug or alcohol rehabilitation facility. For more information, speak with with a treatment professional at a substance abuse treatment program in your area to see which services your private health insurance will cover.

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

Military health insurance typically relates to TRICARE and is a typically recognized insurance for certain drug treatment centers. A drug rehab that accepts military insurance will usually accept most other types of insurance as well. TRICARE usually covers detoxification, rehabilitation and outpatient treatment.

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