Alabama Drug & Alcohol Rehab Covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was passed in 2008, and it requires most insurance plans to cover 10 essential health benefits.² The list includes both mental health and substance use treatment, so most people can use BCBS for drug addiction treatment.² 

There are exceptions to the law, however, so it’s important to verify your insurance coverage before you commit to a treatment plan. You can contact the insurance company to get information about your plan, or you can contact American Addiction Centers (AAC) at any time, 24/7. Our Admissions Navigators are available by phone, text, and online chat and can verify your coverage in just a few minutes. Call today at to get started. 

BCBS drug rehab coverage will focus on covering medically necessary treatment, so it’s important to work with your doctor to get a clear treatment plan. That will maximize your ability to get insurance coverage. 

Some of the common types of addiction treatment include:3 

• Medical detox, which is the process of allowing substances to leave your system so you can start treatment fresh. Many times, detox is medically monitored to help manage withdrawal symptoms so you’re safe and as comfortable as possible.⁴ 
• Inpatient addiction treatment and residential care allows patients to live at a facility 24/7, receiving intensive, around the clock care. Inpatient treatment may occur in either a hospital or residential setting.  
• Outpatient drug and alcohol rehab care often follows an inpatient program and will see patients living at home while still receiving care. There are three types of outpatient program that vary in intensity: standard outpatient, intensive outpatient rehab, and partial hospitalization rehab programs.  
• Rehab aftercare connects you with ongoing support and resources that can help you with everything from housing to job training to peer support. 

It’s not uncommon to have both a mental health diagnosis and a substance use disorder, which is known as a co-occurring disorder. A co-occurring disorder needs to be treated in an integrated way that addresses both aspects to maximize your chance of long-term success. ⁶ 

Mental health and substance use are essential health benefits in the ACA, as a result, most BCBS plans will include some coverage for this integrated care.² However, there are exceptions, so be sure to verify your insurance before you begin treatment. You can do this by contacting a rehab facility directly to determine if they work with BCBS, or by contacting a BCBS representative by visiting their member website or by calling the number on your BCBS insurance card. 

If you’re ready to break free from substance use, it’s time to take the first steps to use your insurance for treatment. First, you’ll need to work with your doctor to create a treatment plan based on your history and needs. That will help you determine what kind of care to look for. 

Next, you’ll want to find a rehab covered by BCBS and understand how much coverage you have for treatment. To do this, you can contact the insurance company directly, but it may be easier to contact the AAC helpline. The helpline is available 24/7 and our Admissions Navigators can verify your coverage in just a few minutes while talking to you. They can also answer any questions you have about what to expect at rehab. 

You deserve a life free of substance use so you can be happy and healthy as you chase your dreams. To find rehabs that take BCBS, you might consider using the Recovery.org treatment directory. You can browse treatment centers based on insurance plans, types of treatment, specialties, and more. You may also consider calling the American Addiction centers helpline. Our staff can help you find suitable rehab centers in Alabama and help you determine your BCBS coverage. Don’t delay, call us today at to get started.