If considering alcohol and drug rehab for yourself or family member, you may wonder if detox rehab services are ideal for you. Also known as a medical detox, this type of program can offer round the clock support and care while your body rids itself of harmful substances. For some men and women, this approach may prove more effective than at home detoxification.
If all this is unfamiliar territory, it can feel overwhelming, but taking this step to understand all the options is a courageous move towards recovery and a life of sobriety. Here, we’ll cover what detox rehab services provide and how it may be the right choice for you.
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A Guide to Help You Determine if Detox Rehab is Right for You
Medical detox facilities provide 24-hour supervised care for drug and alcohol addiction. They can offer a safe environment and can help relieve discomfort from withdrawal symptoms. The approach to medically assisted detox can differ from patient to patient depending on the type of addiction and individual needs.
Detoxification can feel physically uncomfortable and can become life threatening for some. Read on to learn about who may best benefit from a medically assisted detox from drugs and alcohol and get answers to some of the most common questions people have about this type of treatment.
Who is a Good Candidate for a Medical Detox?
Those with severe drug and/or alcohol addiction often find detox rehab service as the best choice. In addition, men and women who have tried to overcome addiction on their own or in outpatient settings with no success may find this kind of supervised care the better choice.
Medically assisted detox centers can help individuals who have failed or find it difficult to detox on their own. Since removed from temptation and other distractions of daily life, people can put their full attention into the process and made comfortable during bouts of physical and psychological distress.
What is the Expected Length of Time for Drug and Alcohol Detoxification?
The length of time it takes for the body to rid itself from drugs and alcohol can vary from person to person. Depending on a number of factors such as age, gender, medical history, and the addicted substance, you can expect 3 to 14 days in a detox treatment program.
It’s important to remember that detox is the first step in drug and alcohol treatment. Although the substance has cleared the body systems, the behaviors and triggers that initiated substance abuse in the first place need to be addressed and it’s highly likely cravings still remain. For this reason, consider an outpatient treatment program for lasting recovery.
Does Insurance Cover a Medically Assisted Detox?
Many detox treatment facilities accept most types of health insurance.
You may want to check with your health insurance provider to determine what type of benefits they cover under your plan. If addiction treatment services are covered under your plan, you can do a quick search on their website to find facilities that are in-network with your plan.
You may find a facility that is a good match for you but is out of network or you be uninsured. Many treatment facilities accept private pay and may have other payment options that can work for you. Some, like Pura Vida, offer scholarships for those who may benefit from Sober Living Housing. Sober Living is transitional housing for those in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Although not an inpatient program, Sober Living can help enhance sobriety by offering structure that allows for accountability and personal responsibility. You can learn more about how you can apply for here.
California Department of Health Care Services Program Certification #: 490041AP Exp: 7/31/2027
California Department of Health Care Services Detoxification Facility License #: 490041CP Exp: 10/31/2026
