Drug & Alcohol Rehab Covered by Anthem Nevada

Anthem behavioral health programs have been named as an industry leader in health care plans (specifically in those plans designed to treat substance use disorders) by the National Alliance Health Purchaser Group and have provided access to expert care for members looking to recover from drug or alcohol addiction.² If you are insured under Anthem Nevada and are looking to obtain professional addiction treatment, reach out to an Anthem Nevada representative today to learn more about the benefits and limitations of your specific plan and what your coverage options may be.

At AAC, we understand that it can be difficult to read between the lines of an insurance policy, especially when you are approaching the starting line toward recovery. Our team encourages you to not let the potential overwhelm of the insurance process hold you back from getting the help you deserve. Call us right now at to get connected to one of our experienced, compassionate team members for a no-obligation verification of your insurance as well as more information on paying for addiction treatment and the potential cost of rehab.

As mentioned before, your Anthem Nevada drug addiction treatment coverage will depend on the specifics of your personal plan, such as what healthcare services are or are not covered, cost-sharing limits, and in-network and out-of-network providers. Learning more about your individual healthcare plan can help identify the possible opportunities and obstacles you may experience when seeking treatment for a substance use disorder.

Anthem Nevada may offer coverage for several levels of addiction treatment, including the following:

• Medical detox – Also commonly referred to simply as “detox”, medical detox is the process of clearing the body of drugs and alcohol while under the supervision of healthcare providers who can monitor withdrawal symptoms.³ These providers may offer over-the-counter or prescription medications to treat unpleasant or potentially dangerous symptoms if medically indicated.³
• Inpatient addiction treatment – Inpatient addiction treatment, where patients reside at the facility for the duration of their care, can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months.³ While receiving around-the-clock care, patients participate in a variety of therapies that often include individual, group, and behavioral therapies.³
• Outpatient addiction treatment programs – There are varying intensities of outpatient treatment available for those who are seeking treatment while continuing to live at home.⁴ Partial hospitalization programs, or PHPs, are the highest intensity outpatient programs available, where patients spend 4 to 8 hours each day of the week at the facility receiving treatment.⁴ A step down from that are intensive outpatient programs. IOPs do not require as much of a time commitment, but typically require 9 to 20 hours per week of overall participation.⁴ Standard outpatient programs may be offered on weeknights or weekends and patients do not go as frequently as they would in PHPs or IOPs.
• Aftercare – Once a patient has completed one or more of the above listed levels of care, they will work with their treatment team to develop an aftercare plan. This plan may include the continuation of individual or group therapy, participation in community 12-Step groups, or moving into a sober living home, based on the patient’s needs.

Putting your Anthem Nevada coverage for rehab to good use is important, especially at the beginning of your addiction treatment. Thankfully, figuring out exactly how to use your insurance to your benefit is easy, and can be done in the following ways:

• Log in to your Anthem Nevada account online. All the information pertaining to your specific plan is available on your Anthem Nevada account, including details about your coverage options.
• Call a representative. Call and ask to speak to an Anthem Nevada representative. Helpful phone numbers can be found in the link and are also available on the back of your physical insurance card.
• Chat with a representative online. Anthem Nevada is associated with the Sydney Health app, where members can live chat with a representative on their desktop or mobile device. Simply click the link to receive an invitation to download the app.

Knowing the abilities of your Anthem Nevada insurance addiction treatment coverage prior to enrolling in drug or alcohol rehab is a vital step in navigating your recovery journey. To have your insurance verified with AAC, contact us right now at to see which of our facilities may be the best option for you.

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), one-third of the 58.7 million Americans ages 18 and older who had a mental illness in 2023 also had a co-occurring substance use disorder in that same year.⁵ Given the commonality that is co-occurring disorders in those with substance use disorders, it is important to be able to obtain simultaneous and effective treatment for both conditions. Your Anthem Nevada insurance plan may offer coverage for specialized programming for co-occurring disorder treatment.

At AAC, we are proud to offer co-occurring disorder treatment at all of our brick-and-mortar facilities. By calling us right now and having your Anthem Nevada coverage for rehab verified, we can help you determine how to best utilize your insurance plan, as well as determine if our programming is a good fit for your needs.

If you’re ready to start your recovery journey, we’re ready to help. Using health insurance to pay for rehab doesn’t have to be stressful or confusing, and our team will be here with you every step of the way. Contact us right now at to begin the insurance verification process and start working toward your sobriety today. 

Other Options to Pay for Addiction Treatment

While the ACA requires health insurance plans like Anthem Nevada to provide some degree of coverage for the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders, there may still be out-of-pocket costs associated with treatment that are not covered by insurance.

It is important for patients to communicate with both the treatment facility and their insurance company to determine what costs they may be responsible for. Patients can also ask the treatment facility if they offer payment plans or sliding scale fees based on income to help cover the cost of treatment.

Additionally, there are other ways to cover out-of-pocket costs for mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Some patients may choose to pay for treatment out-of-pocket or through private insurance. Others may be eligible for scholarships or grants to help cover the cost of treatment. Some treatment facilities may also offer financing options, such as loans or payment plans, to help patients cover the cost of treatment.

It is important for patients to understand that the cost of treatment should not deter them from seeking help. There are resources available to help cover the cost of treatment, and patients should explore all options to ensure that they receive the care they need to achieve recovery.

Other Insurances That Cover Rehab

• Ambetter Insurance
• UnitedHealthcare Insurance
• Humana Health Insurance
• Cigna Insurance
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance
• Kaiser Permanente Insurance
• Veterans’ Insurance

AAC Addiction Treatment Centers

• Laguna Treatment Center
• Oxford Treatment Center
• River Oaks Treatment Center
• Recovery First Treatment Center
• Greenhouse Treatment Center
• Desert Hope Treatment Center
• AdCare Treatment Centers

1. Anthem. (2024). Large Group Health Insurance in Nevada.
2. Anthem. (2024). Behavioral Health Provider Collaboration.
3. National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2018, January). Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment: A Research-Based Guide (third edition).
4. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2004). What is Substance Abuse Treatment? A Booklet for Families.
5. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2024, July 30). Key Substance Use and Mental Health Indicators in the United States: Results From the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health.