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Identifying substance use disorders can be confusing. We have developed these FAQs to assist you as you try to find appropriate answers to your questions regarding treatment and payment for services.
- How do I safely take prescribed opioid medications and why is this important?
- What alternative pain medication options should I consider?
- What risks are associated with taking opioids?
- How do I know it is time to seek care for me or a loved one?
- What types of treatment programs are available?
- Why is medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) the best treatment for opioid use?
- What is methadone and how does it help people overcome their dependence?
- What is buprenorphine?
- What is naltrexone and what is the difference between agonist and antagonist MOUD?
- Isn’t medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) just exchanging one drug for another?
- How safe is medication for opioid use disorder?
- How long does medication for opioid use disorder last?
- What guidance does the FDA give regarding medication for opioid use disorder during pregnancy?
- Is there medication for alcohol-use disorder?
- What should I look for in a substance use disorder treatment program?
- Why does the location of treatment matter?
- Does my health insurance help pay for substance use treatment?
- Do some services require prior authorization?
- Is there going to be any cost to me for treatment?
- Why are there cost differences between in-network and out-of-network providers?
- How do out-of-network providers manage claims and payments?
- Can I get into treatment today? If not, when?
We are available 24/7 to answer your questions. These may include your personal health, care for a family member, coverage, cost of care, and more. We are committed to making it as easy as possible for you to access the services you or your loved one may need. Simply call us anytime, day or night and we'll be here:
1-877-627-1041
Identifying substance use disorders can be confusing. We have developed these FAQs to assist you as you try to find appropriate answers to your questions regarding treatment and payment for services.
- How do I safely take prescribed opioid medications and why is this important?
- What alternative pain medication options should I consider?
- What risks are associated with taking opioids?
- How do I know it is time to seek care for me or a loved one?
- What types of treatment programs are available?
- Why is medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) the best treatment for opioid use?
- What is methadone and how does it help people overcome their dependence?
- What is buprenorphine?
- What is naltrexone and what is the difference between agonist and antagonist MOUD?
- Isn’t medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) just exchanging one drug for another?
- How safe is medication for opioid use disorder?
- How long does medication for opioid use disorder last?
- What guidance does the FDA give regarding medication for opioid use disorder during pregnancy?
- Is there medication for alcohol-use disorder?
- What should I look for in a substance use disorder treatment program?
- Why does the location of treatment matter?
- Does my health insurance help pay for substance use treatment?
- Do some services require prior authorization?
- Is there going to be any cost to me for treatment?
- Why are there cost differences between in-network and out-of-network providers?
- How do out-of-network providers manage claims and payments?
- Can I get into treatment today? If not, when?
Sources
- "Substance Use Disorders." 27 October 2015. SAMHSA. Retrieved 31 March 2016.
- "Recovery and Recovery Support." 5 October 2015. SAMHSA. Retrieved 31 March 2016.
- "Substance Abuse Treatment and Family Therapy: A Treatment Improvement Protocol TIP 39," Chapter 1. 2015. SAMHSA. Retrieved 31 March 2016.
- Gifford, Steven. "Family Involvement is Important in Substance Abuse Treatment." Retrieved 31 March 2016. http://psychcentral.com/lib/family-involvement-is-important-in-substance-abuse-treatment
- "Recovery and Recovery Support." 5 October 2015. SAMHSA. Retrieved 31 March 2016.
- McLellan AT, Arndt IO, Metzger DS, Woody GE, O’Brien CP. The effects of psychosocial services in substance abuse treatment. JAMA. Apr. 21, 1993;269(15):1953–1959
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