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As with any treatment for a medical or mental health issue, cost is a major concern for many people, if not the biggest concern. Before considering the cost of an IOP, remember that any fee for addiction treatment is only a general figure and the specific cost will be unique to the facility. The cost […]

Relapsing after a period of sobriety can be problematic for two major reasons: 1) it can restart the destructive cycle of addiction, and 2) relapsing may more easily lead to an overdose, in some situations. For example, someone who has been sober from opioids such as heroin or painkillers for an appreciable period of time […]

An outpatient detox center allows people to seek help at the facility during the day and return to the comfort of their own home at night. For many people, outpatient treatment is preferable to inpatient care. They can continue to work and keep up with familial responsibilities while getting the addiction treatment they need. These […]

Outpatient programs vary in terms of the time commitment, from a few hours a week to several hours a day. The majority of treatment consists of therapies provided in group and individual settings. Programs may also offer medical care and prescribe medications. You are likely to benefit from outpatient if have a less severe addiction, […]

Outpatient drug treatment programs are designed for individuals struggling with a mild to moderate substance abuse problem. They provide treatment sessions throughout the week, but do not require clients live on site. Outpatient programs allow clients to continue living at home, and to potentially work and participate in their daily lives outside of treatment. For […]

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) are treatment programs used to address addictions, depression, eating disorders, or other dependencies that do not require detoxification or round-the-clock supervision. They enable patients to continue with their normal, day-to-day lives in a way that residential treatment programs do not. Whereas residential treatment requires that clients reside […]

Outpatient addiction treatment provides patients with the appropriate treatment intensity, as well as professional support and accountability that they’ll need—taking into account SUD severity, strengths, goals, and treatment objectives. This page will help readers understand more about what classifies outpatient rehab, the benefits and challenges associated with outpatient care, and how to pay for outpatient […]

Does Insurance Cover Outpatient Rehab? Generally, yes. Many insurance carriers cover the full or partial cost of outpatient addiction treatment. Close to 10,000 rehab centers across the country offer outpatient addiction treatment, and a great deal of these treatment centers, including American Addiction Centers, accept payments from insurance companies. However, not not all insurance policies are […]