In 2009, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) National Survey on Drug Use found that 23.5 million Americans over the age of 12 needed treatment for an addiction to illicit drugs or alcohol abuse, but only 2.6 million – or 11.2 percent – of those in need of treatment at dedicated addiction treatment facilities actually got it. For those struggling in the grips of alcohol or drug addiction, finding an insurance company to cover the cost of care is an important first step in an often long and difficult process.
Breaking the Cycle of Addiction with Aetna Addiction Recovery Programs
Long-term drug use can lead to physical dependency and, upon ceasing drug or alcohol use, withdrawal symptoms that may include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sweating
- Shaking and trembling
- Depression
- Irritability
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Anxiety
Aetna addiction recovery policies typically cover traditional in-patient detox programs that allow the patient to withdraw in a safe environment while supervised by medical professionals, however many insurance companies still won’t cover the medically assisted ultra-rapid detox programs offered by some addiction treatment centers as they’re sometimes considered experimental.
The Road to Rehabilitation
Part of Aetna’s commitment to addiction recovery is their large network of addiction treatment facilities encompassing many different types of therapy, residential options, and geographic locations that allow patients to find a facility and approach compatible with their goals. Aetna addiction recovery is comprehensive in nature and may include enrollment in inpatient chemical dependency programs, intensive outpatient treatment, and continued guidance through support groups designed to help you maintain your newly achieved sobriety.
Coming Clean – What Will Your Aetna Addiction Recovery Cost?
The total cost of your Aetna addiction recovery program depends on your particular type of coverage (PPO vs. HMO, for instance), deductible, co-pays, and so on. The balance can be paid via cash, credit, or through a secondary insurance policy. Whatever the financial burden, you simply can’t put a price on sobriety.
Our mission at The Fix is to facilitate recovery by connecting addicts and their loved ones with the addiction treatment center best suited for their recovery as well as their financial situation. To that end, we’re here to check your benefits to find out just what your insurance policy covers, help you find a treatment facility, and support you as begin to embrace your new beginning.