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Drug Addiction Facts

  • Some inpatient rehab centers have their own in-house detox programs, but more centers today are requiring patients to complete detoxification prior to entering their facilities.
  • Some studies indicate that cocaine users who do not inject the drug are contracting HIV at rates equal to those who do inject it, further highlighting the role of sexual transmission of HIV in this population.
  • High levels of Ecstasy in the blood stream can increase the risk of seizures and the ability of the heart to maintain its normal rhythms.

Addiction-treatment-center.jpgOnce you have decided to make a change and get help for your addiction problem, the next step is to explaore your treatment facility options. Keep in mind that there is no one-size fits all facility. The most effective way to find an appropriate treatment program that meets your particular needs is to speak with an addiction treatment professional who can assess your specific situation and give you various treatment facility options based on your exact needs. We can help you with this. Simply call our Drug Treatment Help-Line at 1-877-683-7818 and you will be connected to an addiction treatment specialist who can help you find the correct treatment program for you.

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Outpatient

Outpatient solutions are on the bottom end of the spectrum of rehab solutions in terms of level of care, as the individual can keep their lifestyle in lots of ways with no commitment of having to be in a rehabilitation program while receiving rehab services. While this might appear perfect it will not provide the much needed change of surroundings than many people in recovery need to experience a successful rehabilitation.

Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders

Individuals with co-occurring mental and drug abuse issues are what are identified in the field of drug and alcohol rehab as dual diagnosis clients. These individuals must handle both disorders whilst in rehabilitation to find resolution simply because one usually triggers the other. Luckily, there are several alcohol and drug treatment programs who are able to specifically address the challenges that persons with co-occurring mental and drug use disorders face to enable them to not just become sober but mentally secure and also able to lead a much better quality lifestyle and not feel the need to self medicate with drugs and alcohol.

Persons With HIV/AIDS

Persons with HIV/AIDS who are in need of drug abuse rehab will frequently require services beyond what a traditional drug and alcohol rehab center can deliver. Due to the fact comprehensive healthcare solutions are often an integral part of the physical process of healing for addicts with HIV/AIDS, who most likely have experienced a progression and worsening of the disease because of their addiction, it is vital that these clients have the medical treatment necessary in conjunction with any rehab services for substance abuse problem.

Gays and Lesbians

It is essential that gays and lesbians receive excellent treatment services in a rehab environment that's discreet and has treatment professionals at their disposal who understand the unique challenges which they have to deal with in life. Because drug abuse for gays and lesbians might be triggered because of the problems they face due to their sexual preference, a program which will help them resolve these problems and give them the confidence they may have lacked before arriving in rehabilitation can be quite a crucial aspect of rehabilitation for gay and lesbian clients.

Seniors/Older Adults

Seniors and older adults who have a problem with substance abuse might have distinctive challenges they must overcome while in rehabilitation, which rehab specialists within the program they opt to be a part of have to be keen of so that a full recovery may be possible. So for seniors and older adults, it is advisable to choose a center that is acquainted with helping seniors and older adults handle the distinctive life and drug use issues that these clients face that might include a wider spectrum of solutions including medical care and the like.

Medicaid

Certain treatment centers accept Medicaid when the individual is unable to self pay or present some other type of private medical insurance. Medicaid may only cover outpatient and short-term treatment in a limited amount of programs, and in such cases individuals may wish to explore the self pay alternative and come up with up any resources they are able to to cover a more quality rehabilitation facility which will get better results, like a long-term residential alcohol and drug rehab program.

Medicare

Medicare recipients can seek rehab at drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers which deliver either inpatient or outpatient rehab when the facility is in the network of Medicare-participating providers and with the consent of their Medicare appointed doctor, who must help out with establishing the person's treatment plan. Inpatient solutions are provided through Medicare Part A, with out of pocket costs being the same as any other type of hospital stay, and outpatient rehabilitation being paid for through Medicare Medicare Part B.

Private Health Insurance

Depending on which plan you are covered by, all private health insurance plans generally cover some form of drug rehab service which range from outpatient treatment to inpatient or residential drug and alcohol rehab facilities. Individuals may have to participate in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation program which is in their network of providers and there could be other limitations for example the length of time their stay in treatment is covered. Individuals can select an excellent program they prefer and speak with a treatment counselor to ascertain if their insurance covers it.

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

Military insurance such as VA and Tricare does cover the expense of particular drug abuse rehabilitation services. Detox services, outpatient and inpatient facilities as well as partial hospitalization are covered by military insurance, although military members may require pre-authorization and in that case they can liaise with their VA or Tricare consultant. There might be some restrictions about how much time a stay in inpatient alcohol and drug rehabilitation is allowed, and every one of these questions will be answered before you begin treatment so that it's clear how much time and individual can stay in the rehabilitation center of choice.

  • VA NJ Healthcare System
    VA NJ Healthcare System is located at:

    970 Route 70
    Brick, NJ. 8724

    If you would like to contact VA NJ Healthcare System, you can reach them at 732-206-8900.

    VA NJ Healthcare System offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)