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  • Monarch Shores

    San Juan Capistrano, CA

    $$$
    Monarch Shores offers a comprehensive approach to addiction recovery with specialized programs for dual diagnoses, combining substance use treatment and mental health support. Clients can choose from traditional 12-Step or non-12-Step options like SMART Recovery and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Located in a serene California setting with upscale amenities, Monarch Shores provides a peaceful environment featuring private rooms, a pool, and scenic paths. The facility is device-friendly, allowing clients to stay connected. Accredited by the Joint Commission, Monarch Shores offers flexible program lengths and aftercare planning, accepting most PPO insurance plans but not Medicaid or Medicare. Patient reviews highlight supportive staff, effective treatment, and positive experiences.
    • Available Services Luxury Transitional services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Inpatient
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna MHN Private (Any) UnitedHealthcare
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Luxury
    • Accepting Patients
  • $
    3250 Hospital Drive, Juneau, AK 99801 907-796-8690
    Rainforest Recovery Center in Juneau offers a comprehensive range of treatment options, including inpatient and outpatient services, with specialized programs like methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment. The facility utilizes evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused counseling. Additional support includes mental health services, peer-led groups, job counseling, and housing assistance. Patients benefit from extensive pre-treatment assessments and post-discharge care, ensuring a supportive recovery journey.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Medicaid Medicare MHN Private (Any) State TRICARE
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    51310 Timber Bay Court, Homer, AK 99603 907-235-4732
    Set Free Alaska in Homer offers comprehensive, long-term residential treatment with a focus on holistic recovery. Utilizing evidence-based approaches such as CBT, 12-step support, and trauma-focused counseling, the facility provides individualized care tailored to each client's needs. Unique features include residential beds for children and robust mental health support. Additional services like job counseling, housing assistance, and post-discharge follow-up ensure a well-rounded recovery experience. As a non-profit organization, Set Free Alaska prioritizes accessible and effective care for all individuals seeking help.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Cigna Medicaid Medicare Private (Any) State
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    1700 A Street, Anchorage, AK 99501 907-743-8701
    Salvation Army Clitheroe Center - Womens Residential is located in Anchorage, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult women, Court referrals, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, Pregnant/postpartum and Pain management. They provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient
    • Insurance Accepted Medicaid Private (Any) State TRICARE
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    26731 West Point MacKenzie Road, Wasilla, AK 99623 907-376-4534
    AK Add Rehabilitation Services inc is located in Wasilla, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, LGBTQ, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Inpatient
    • Insurance Accepted Medicaid Private (Any) State TRICARE
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    3001 C Street, Anchorage, AK 99503 907-273-4011
    Alaska VA Healthcare System is located in Anchorage, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Veterans, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Private (Any) State TRICARE
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    2804 Bering Street, Anchorage, AK 99503 907-565-1200
    Akeela Inc - Akeela House is located in Anchorage, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, Pregnant/postpartum, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Hospital Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Medicaid State
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    3100 South Cushman Street, Suite 100, Fairbanks, AK 99701 907-452-6251 x6411
    Fairbanks Native Association - Ralph Perdue Center is located in Fairbanks, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adolescents, Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, LGBTQ, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They do not provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Youth (Ages 12-17)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted IHS Medicaid Medicare Private (Any) TRICARE
    • 2Accreditation(s)
  • $
    660 East 48th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99503 907-743-8701
    Salvation Army Clitheroe Center - Mens Residential is located in Anchorage, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult men, Court referrals, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders and Pain management. They provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient
    • Insurance Accepted Medicaid Private (Any) State TRICARE
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • ---, Soldotna, AK 99669 907-714-4521
    Central Peninsula General Hospital - Serenity House Residential Treatment is located in Soldotna, Alaska. They offer special programs for Service members, Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, LGBTQ, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Detox Outpatient Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna ComPsych Health Net Humana Medicaid Medicare MHN Optum Private (Any) State TRICARE UnitedHealthcare
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • ---, Fairbanks, AK 99709 907-451-8164
    Womens and Childrens Center for - Inner Healing is located in Fairbanks, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult women, LGBTQ, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum and Veterans. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They do not provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna ComPsych Health Net Humana IHS Medicaid Medicare MHN Optum Private (Any) TRICARE UnitedHealthcare
    • 2Accreditation(s)
  • $
    8012 Stewart Mountain Drive, Eagle River, AK 99577 907-694-3336
    Volunteers of America (VOA)/Alaska - Residential/ARCH is located in Eagle River, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adolescents, Court referrals, LGBTQ, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders and Pain management. They do not provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Young Adults (Ages 18-25) Youth (Ages 12-17)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted IHS Medicaid Private (Any) State
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • ---, Anchorage, AK 99508 907-729-5070
    Southcentral Foundation - Dena A Coy is located in Anchorage, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult women, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, Pregnant/postpartum and Pain management. They do not provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna ComPsych Health Net Humana IHS Medicaid Medicare MHN Optum Private (Any) State TRICARE UnitedHealthcare
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    113 Metlakatla Street, Sitka, AK 99835 907-747-3636 x237
    Sitka Counseling and Prevention Servs - Integrated Behavioral Health Program is located in Sitka, Alaska. They offer special programs for Service members, Adolescents, Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, LGBTQ, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Medicaid Medicare Private (Any) State TRICARE
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    30881 Eklutna Lake Road, Chugiak, AK 99567 907-688-1750
    Cook Inlet Tribal Council Inc - Ernie Turner Center is located in Chugiak, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult men, Adult women, Past trauma, Mental health disorders and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted IHS Medicaid Private (Any) State
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • - - -, Anchorage, AK 99503 907-569-0097
    Akeela Inc - Stepping Stones Residential Trt Center is located in Anchorage, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult women, Court referrals, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, Pregnant/postpartum and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female
    • Treatment Setting Hospital Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna ComPsych Health Net Humana Medicaid MHN Optum State UnitedHealthcare
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • 7010 East Bogard Road, Wasilla, AK 99654 907-373-4732
    Set Free Alaska - Valley Oaks Residential Treatment Ctr is located in Wasilla, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adult women, Past trauma, Mental health disorders and Pregnant/postpartum. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Cigna Medicaid Medicare Private (Any)
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • Noel Polty Road, Bethel, AK 99559 907-543-6800 x6802
    McCann Treatment Center - YKHC is located in Bethel, Alaska. They offer special programs for Adolescents, Court referrals, LGBTQ, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma and Mental health disorders. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25) Youth (Ages 12-17)
    • Gender Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna ComPsych Health Net Humana IHS Medicaid MHN Optum Private (Any) UnitedHealthcare
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • - - -, Seward, AK 99664 907-224-5257
    Seaview Recovery Center is located in Seward, Alaska. They do not provide payment assistance. They provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna ComPsych Health Net Humana Medicaid Medicare MHN Optum TRICARE UnitedHealthcare
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    225 Front Street, Suite 104, Juneau, AK 99801 907-463-0600
    Southeast Alaska Regional Health in Juneau offers comprehensive outpatient rehab services with a focus on personalized care. Utilizing evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused counseling, the facility supports patients through tailored treatment plans. Unique offerings include telemedicine, transportation assistance, and job training. With a non-smoking policy, this non-profit center emphasizes creating a supportive environment for recovery.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats opioid use disorder
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna Health Net Kaiser Permanente Medicaid Medicare MHN Private (Any) TRICARE
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    410 River Front Street, Nenana, AK 99760 907-832-5557
    Railbelt Mental Health and Addictions in Nenana offers a comprehensive range of outpatient services, focusing on both mental health and substance use disorders. Utilizing evidence-based therapies like CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused counseling, the facility tailors its approach to individual needs. Unique offerings include childcare services, peer mentoring, housing assistance, and telemedicine options. The non-profit center also provides robust family support through group therapy and couples counseling. With a focus on community outreach and ongoing recovery care, Railbelt is committed to long-term wellness.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Telemedicine
    • Insurance Accepted Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Cigna ComPsych Health Net Humana Medicaid MHN Optum Private (Any) State TRICARE UnitedHealthcare
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication

Counseling

Counselors and therapists can help you identify factors that underly your substance use, to avoid triggers, to strengthen your motivation, and to navigate treatment options. They can also team with certified professionals to administer medication-assisted treatment. More on counseling.

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  • See the list of substance use disorder treatment providers.
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  • Community Mental Health agency that focuses upon Behavioral Health Services for Youth and their Families.
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  • The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Behavioral Health provides comprehensive information and resources for individuals seeking help with substance use issues, including treatment programs and support services. They offer guidance on finding appropriate care and support tailored to individual needs.
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  • NAMI Alaska provides support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness, including substance use issues. They offer various programs and resources to help people navigate their mental health challenges and connect with local support groups.
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  • Mental Health America of Alaska provides resources, advocacy, and support for individuals dealing with mental health and substance use issues. They offer various programs and services aimed at improving mental health and well-being across the state.
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  • Referrals to local drug and alcohol addiction treatment options, provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Available in English and Spanish 24/7, 365 days a year.
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  • One-on-one support for parents or loved ones of adolescents misusing drugs or alcohol.
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  • Directory of specialists who treat co-occurring mental health and drug and alcohol use disorders, provided by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry.
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  • American Psychological Association member psychologists.
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Support Groups

Support groups provide a space for getting social support, a sense of empowerment, and motivation from people who have faced — or are facing — similar challenges and circumstances. More on support groups.

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  • Get involved with local non-profits working to change perceptions, policies, and laws to improve the lives of those in the recovery community. Many of these organizations also provide peer recovery support service.
  • 12-step program open to anyone who thinks they may have a drug problem. Seeks to provide a supportive environment for getting and living sober.
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  • Popular alternative to 12-step programs. Uses cognitive therapy techniques, and seeks to change behaviors that trigger drug and alcohol misuse.
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  • Affordable and safe housing with supportive, structured living conditions for people in recovery. Each Oxford House is democratically self-run. All Houses are granted a charter from the Central Office to ensure mutual support and quality control.

Compare accredited rehab centers in Alaska. Browse a wide range of drug and alcohol treatment options, including inpatient centers, outpatient centers, detox centers, methadone clinics, support groups, and counseling options.

StartYourRecovery.org provides facility information using publicly available data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and cannot independently verify the data. StartYourRecovery.org does not guarantee the quality of care or results of working with any provider or treatment facility. Please contact us if you are the proprietor of a facility and have updates or corrections to site content.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of drug or alcohol addiction treatment is right for me?

Get an independent assessment of your treatment needs by a clinician who has experience in substance use problems but is not connected with or employed by a treatment center. They will help you decide between treatment options including:

Outpatient treatment. Patients live at home and go to a clinic or facility regularly for sessions with addiction treatment professionals. There are roughly 68 outpatient programs in Alaska.

Residential treatment: Patients stay at a residential facility with 24-hour supervision. Different residential programs vary in the intensity of services that they provide. All are staffed 24/7. Some, but not all residential facilities, also provide nursing care and have an on-call physician or advanced practice provider (such as a nurse practitioner). There are roughly 18 in Alaska.

Hospital inpatient treatment: Patients stay at a hospital facility and receive intensive and highly structured care for addiction and other medical problems. Nursing services are available 24/7. In addition, a physician or advanced practice provider is typically available on-site 24/7.

Withdrawal management: Formerly known as “detox,” a term that has fallen out of favor due to stigma, is supervised withdrawal from drug or alcohol use. There are roughly 8 withdrawal management programs in Alaska.

Medication: Medication treatment for substance use disorders, combined with behavioral therapies and counseling, can reduce your withdrawal symptoms and cravings to sustain your recovery. Evidence-based guidelines recommend that FDA-approved medications for addiction treatment be offered at all levels of care, including outpatient, residential, inpatient, and withdrawal management.

There are also many non-clinical pathways to recovery as well, such as peer support groups and recovery housing. These supports can also be combined with clinical services. Learn more about the many pathways to recovery.

How can I find the best drug or alcohol addiction treatment in Alaska?

Ultimately, the question isn’t “What’s the best rehab?” but rather, “What’s the best treatment for me?” Work with a qualified clinician to use the guidance here to make the right treatment.

The right program may depend on:

  • Type of care: Determine if inpatient, outpatient, withdrawal management, and/or medication treatment is right for you.
  • Offerings: Make sure the program caters to both your condition, as well as your unique needs and lived experience.
  • Program length: More severe challenges may take longer. Programs should allow patients to stay as long as it is clinically appropriate. No program should discharge a patient based on an arbitrary fixed length of stay. Avoid any program that calls itself a “28-day” or “30-day” rehab. The length of stay should be unique to each patient’s needs.
  • Insurance coverage and cost: Make sure the drug or alcohol addiction treatment is covered by insurance and within your budget.

Learn more about choosing the right addiction treatment program.

How should I compare programs and rehabs in Alaska?

When talking with facilities, ask these questions:

  • What types of treatment therapies are offered?
  • Can the program offer medication? And, once medication is started, is linkage to a community provider who will continue the medication long-term ensured?
  • Are staff members qualified to treat both addiction and other mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD?
  • Is treatment tailored for each patient?
  • What are the program's requirements and/or expectations of me?
  • What can and should my family do while I’m in treatment?
  • Can you provide patient rights and responsibilities in writing?

How can I pay for my program or rehab?

Health insurance: Insurance often covers 50-100% of rehab costs. Under The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, health insurers are required to cover substance use disorder treatment similar to how they would any physical condition.

Financial assistance: Roughly 16 programs in Alaska offer Payment Assistance and 49 offer Sliding Scale Fees that reduce the cost of treatment for low-income and under-insured individuals.

Employer Assistance Programs (EAP): An EAP is an employer-sponsored service to help employees (and sometimes their dependents) who are experiencing personal or family challenges. They usually pay for services related to mental health, alcohol or other substance use disorders, financial, and legal concerns.

Learn more about paying for rehab.

How much does treatment, such as rehab, cost in Alaska?

The cost of rehab in Alaska can vary widely depending on the type of treatment and whether you have insurance. Fortunately, insurance often covers 50-100% of rehab costs, so your out-of-pocket expenses might be much lower than expected.

Here's a breakdown of average costs without insurance, excluding luxury facilities with amenities like pools or fitness centers:

Residential: average total cost for a 3.25 month stay without insurance is $33,614. With 80% insurance coverage, it is $6,723

  • Cost per month without insurance: $10,343
  • Cost per month with 80% coverage: $2,069

Outpatient (intensive): average total cost for a 3 month treatment period without insurance is $14,551. With 80% insurance coverage, it is $2,910

  • Cost per month without insurance: $4,850
  • Cost per month with 80% coverage: $970

Outpatient (non-methadone): average total cost for a 4.5 month treatment period without insurance is $8,258. With 80% insurance coverage, it is $1,652

  • Cost per month without insurance: $1,835
  • Cost per month with 80% coverage: $367

Methadone maintenance: average total cost for a nearly 2 year treatment period without insurance is $29,652. With 80% insurance coverage, it is $5,930

  • Cost per month without insurance: $1,363
  • Cost per month with 80% coverage: $273

Keep in mind, these are averages and could vary based on your specific provider, plan, and policy. Remember, more expensive doesn’t always mean better when it comes to treatment. Focus on finding a program that offers evidence-based care that meets your needs.

Data sourced from an NIH-published paper and adjusted based on inflation and regional differences in healthcare costs (source).

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