Drug & Alcohol Rehab Covered by Anthem Virginia

Updated Sep 23, 2024

If you’re a Virginia resident with Anthem health insurance and are looking for addiction treatment, your plan may cover some, if not all, of the cost of rehab. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Anthem provides marketplace plans that cover drug and alcohol rehab programs.¹ American Addiction Centers (AAC) can help you learn more about your treatment options and Anthem Virginia coverage for rehab. You can talk with one of our admissions navigators for free when you call .

Does Anthem Virginia Cover Drug & Alcohol Treatment?

Yes, you can expect your Anthem Virginia plan to cover some, if not all, of the cost of rehab.¹ However, Anthem BCBS Virginia coverage for addiction treatment will vary depending on your specific plan.² Anthem is a subsidiary of Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) and works with families throughout Virginia.² There are many ways to pay for addiction treatment, and insurance is one of the most common. You can count on obtaining coverage for drug and alcohol treatment due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA).¹ The ACA is a federal law that mandates insurance carriers cover 10 essential benefits, including substance use disorder (SUD) treatment.¹

Which Types of Addiction Treatment Does Anthem Virginia Cover?

Anthem BCBS Virginia coverage for rehab may help cover all or some of the various levels of treatment. Your behavioral healthcare provider can help determine which level of treatment you need. These treatment levels include the following:

Medical detox: Some substances, such as alcohol and benzodiazepines, can have potentially dangerous withdrawal symptoms when a person reduces or stops using them. Medical detox is designed to help you through this period as comfortably and safely as possible. During this process, you will be supervised by medical professionals and may receive medication as needed. This can address complications (if they arise) and help you transition to ongoing treatment.³
Inpatient addiction treatment: Inpatient rehab programs offer intensive, structured support for individuals struggling with addiction. Patients live onsite in a hospital or residential-like setting to help focus on recovery. Programs vary but often include a combination of behavioral therapy (e.g., cognitive-behavioral therapy), counseling, education, and skill-building.⁴
Outpatient addiction treatment: These programs provide treatment at a program site, but patients live at home or in a type of sober living facility. Outpatient programs vary in duration and intensity but often include a combination of counseling, therapy, and support groups.³
Partial hospitalization program for addiction: This is a type of outpatient program that is more intense than a standard outpatient program but less intense than an inpatient program. PHPs are approximately 4 to 8 hours per day and last at least 3 months.³
Intensive outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program: These programs require patients to attend treatment for 9 to 20 hours per week, typically for 2 months to 1 year.³

How to Use Anthem Virginia For Addiction Treatment & Rehab

If you are ready to access Anthem Virginia coverage for addiction treatment, you have several options. You can go to the Anthem website and register to access your plan details. Additionally, you may wish to call your insurance carrier directly for more information or a referral.

You can also contact American Addiction Centers (AAC) for help navigating the process of starting an Anthem Virginia drug rehab program. You can call , and an admissions navigator will verify your insurance benefits in just a few minutes. It’s confidential and free, and there is no obligation to enter treatment.

Anthem Virginia Coverage for Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment

Individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) often have additional mental health disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression, schizophrenia) and vice versa.⁵ When a person has both conditions, it’s known as a co-occurring disorder. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, it’s generally more effective to address them at the same time rather than separately.⁵

Because the Affordable Care Act (ACA) considers mental health services essential, your Anthem insurance should cover some, if not all, the cost of co-occurring disorder treatment.¹ As mentioned, the cost of rehab and your coverage will depend on your specific plan. If you think you may benefit from co-occurring disorder treatment, talk to your doctor or an American Addiction Centers (AAC) admissions navigator. AAC is a leading provider of co-occurring disorder treatment at our facilities across the U.S.

Start Your Recovery

Whether you’re using health insurance to pay for rehab or you’re paying out-of-pocket, American Addiction Centers (AAC) is here to help you begin your journey toward recovery. Not insured? We can help you learn more about paying for rehab without insurance too. Our admissions navigators are available 24/7 at to hear your story, discuss treatment options, and verify your insurance benefits. Calling is confidential and free, and there is no obligation to enter treatment.

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HealthCare.gov. (2024). Mental health & substance abuse coverage.
Anthem. (2024). About us.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). (2014). What is substance abuse treatment?
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National Institute of Mental Health. (2021). Substance use and co-occurring mental disorders.