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Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) is a national association of 35 independent, community-based and locally operated companies that provide health insurance in the United States. BCBS has tens of millions of members and offers coverage in all 50 states.
If you have coverage through BCBS, the name of your insurance company will vary depending on where you live. For example, the BCBS providers in California are Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of California. In Alabama, coverage is provided through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, a non-profit, private company.
The BCBS network is vast, with more than 1.7 million doctors and hospitals—more than any other provider in the nation. BCBS offers a wide range of policies and insurance coverage for its members.
Yes, BCBS insurance policies generally cover addiction treatment services, and many rehab facilities accept Blue Cross Blue Shield plans.
Addiction treatment is considered an “essential health benefit” under the provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). That means all insurance companies—including Blue Cross Blue Shield—must provide some coverage for addiction treatment services.
This is true whether you purchased a BCBS plan on your own, signed up through the federal marketplace (healthcare.gov), or are on a group plan through your employer.
In general, BCBS covers a range of addiction treatment services, which may include:
Coverage for these services varies from state to state and plan to plan. You should contact BCBS directly to find out which services are covered, how much is covered, and what you are responsible for paying out of pocket.
Millions of people struggle with mental health issues like depression and anxiety, and it’s common for mental illness and substance abuse issues to occur together. This is sometimes called “dual diagnosis.”
It’s critical to treat both conditions at the same time, since substance abuse can worsen mental health issues, and vice versa.
Insurance companies are required by law to cover mental health services, just as they would other health conditions.
Your BCBS plan should cover both mental health services and treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs). Make sure to look for an addiction treatment center that is qualified to provide mental health care.
Most BCBS plans cover substance abuse treatment in both residential inpatient programs and outpatient programs. But some plans require precertification or “pre-admission” for residential treatment services. Precertification means a doctor has assessed your condition and recommends inpatient treatment for you.
Your policy might only cover a certain number of days at a residential treatment center or a certain number of outpatient sessions. Find out exactly what your policy covers so you can plan for out-of-pocket costs.
HMO plans are usually more restrictive than PPO plans. Your coverage is usually limited to specific addiction treatment centers within the network. If you choose an out-of-network treatment center, you may be responsible for the total cost of treatment.
PPO plans typically offer more flexibility. You may even be able to get care with an out-of-network provider, but your costs will likely be higher than if you used an in-network provider.
If you’re having trouble figuring out what kind of plan you have or understanding your benefits, contact us at Adelante Recovery Center. Our administrative team will help you determine what’s covered.
Even if your plan doesn’t cover everything, don’t let it stop you from getting help. There are alternative ways to finance your treatment. Here are some options:
Adelante Recovery Center offers comprehensive drug and alcohol rehab programs at our Orange County drug treatment center. We create individualized therapy programs for our clients. Individual counseling, group therapy, and family therapy form the core of our inpatient residential programs.
If you’re concerned about a loved one or you’re ready to begin a treatment program, contact our administrative team to find out about coverage for rehab with Blue Cross Blue Shield. Help is just a phone call away.
If you or a loved one are in need of help with addiction, contact us today. Our professional and friendly addiction specialists are able to answer your questions and get things moving in the right direction.
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Adelante Recovery Center is here to help those battling drug and alcohol addiction. We are located in beautiful southern California and welcome those from across the country.
49 Montecito Dr, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Phone: (949) 978-0797
Fax: (951) 406-0013
Open 24/7
Adelante Recovery Center is here to help those battling drug and alcohol addiction. We are located in beautiful southern California and welcome those from across the country.
Adelante Recovery Center
49 Montecito Dr, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Phone: (949) 978-0797 Fax: (951) 406-0013 Open 24/7
