Medicare is a federal program which helps pay for health benefits for individuals living in the U.S. who are either disabled or 65 and older. For people that do have Medicare and need substance abuse recovery services in North Chatham, Medicare may pay for certain rehabilitation programs and treatment services. Medicare comes in different "Parts", with Parts A-D covering different types of treatment.
Part A (Insurance for Hospital Stays) - Medicare Part A covers inpatient addiction rehabilitation, and up to 60 days in treatment without a co-pay but policy holders will be required to pay a deductible. Medicare only pays for a total of 190 days of inpatient care, this applies to the person's lifetime.
Part B (Medical Insurance) ? Medicare Part B covers up to 80% of the fees associated with outpatient drug and alcohol rehab. This includes outpatient care, therapy, treatment for co-occurring disorders such as depression or anxiety and drugs administered by clinics. It also pays for professional intervention services.
Part C (Medicare-approved Private Insurance) Medicare Part D is an option for clients who want additional coverage apart from what the other parts of Medicare have to offer. Individuals who have Part C can have more options available to them, but out-of-pocket costs and coverage is different and may be more expensive.
Part D (Prescription Insurance) Medicare Part D pays for drug and alcohol addiction medications. Including medications associated with treating withdrawal symptoms during detoxification and medications used for maintenance therapy such as buprenorphine or methadone.
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