Drug & Alcohol Rehabs in Arizona

Every rehab center in the Bullhead City directory is a licensed or accredited provider, and listings are organized to help you compare real options rather than to promote one facility over another. We prioritize programs that hold state licensure through the Arizona Department of Health Services and independent accreditation from the Joint Commission or CARF, and we label any sponsored placement clearly so you always know what you are looking at.

Listing details reflect the levels of care, specialty tracks, and payment types each facility reports, drawn from public licensing records and facility information. Because openings and insurance participation change, confirm current availability and program specifics directly with a center when you reach out. The aim is to give you an accurate starting point for finding care close to home.

Bullhead City sits on the Colorado River in Mohave County, across from the casinos of Laughlin, Nevada, and it anchors addiction treatment for northwestern Arizona. The area has 9 rehab centers offering detox, inpatient, and outpatient care, and you can compare every nearby option through the Arizona rehab directory.

Mohave Mental Health Clinic anchors local care, running a Bullhead City outpatient site as part of a regional network that includes Kingman and Lake Havasu City, and Rivyve Behavioral Health provides additional substance use services in town. Behavioral health for residents with AHCCCS or no insurance is coordinated by Care1st Health Plan Arizona, the northern regional behavioral health authority, and the county public health department distributes free naloxone.

Mohave County is one of Arizona’s most methamphetamine-affected areas. A recent county overdose review found methamphetamine in 70% of the deaths examined, the most common substance involved, alongside fentanyl. That makes stimulant-focused treatment as important here as opioid care.

Crisis support: Call or text 988, or reach the northern Arizona crisis line at 1-877-756-4090, available 24/7 regardless of insurance.

AHCCCS and uninsured: Contact Care1st Health Plan Arizona, the northern regional behavioral health authority, at 888-788-4408.

Free naloxone: Pick up free Narcan from the Mohave County Department of Public Health or order it by mail from Sonoran Prevention Works.

Insurance accepted: Most Bullhead City centers accept private insurance, AHCCCS, and Medicare.

The cost of rehab in Bullhead City depends on the level of care, program length, and whether you use insurance. Arizona ranks about average nationally for treatment affordability, with a statewide residential average of roughly $56,789 without insurance, though most people pay a fraction of that once insurance benefits are applied. The figures below reflect Arizona averages by care type and are a useful benchmark while you compare local programs.

Actual costs vary with setting, amenities, and length of stay. Outpatient programs cost far less than residential care and are the most common local format, while medical detox and inpatient stays carry the highest price tags. Insurance, AHCCCS, and sliding-scale options can lower what you pay out of pocket.

Treatment setting: inpatient and residential care cost more than outpatient.

Program length: 30, 60, and 90-day programs scale in price.

Level of care: medical detox and 24-hour supervision raise costs.

Insurance status: in-network coverage and AHCCCS reduce out-of-pocket cost.

Sliding scale: many local programs adjust fees to income.

Across the 9 rehab centers serving Bullhead City, most accept private insurance, AHCCCS, and Medicare, and many offer sliding-scale fees or financial assistance. The counts below show how many local facilities report accepting each payment type.

9 accept self-payment or cash

8 accept private health insurance

5 accept AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid)

6 accept Medicare

6 offer sliding-scale fees

4 offer financial assistance

4 accept TRICARE

Which option makes the most sense depends on your coverage and income. The subsections below outline how the main payment paths work for Bullhead City residents.

AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid)

Arizona’s Medicaid program, AHCCCS, covers the full continuum of substance use care, from detox to outpatient counseling and medication-assisted treatment. Five Bullhead City facilities report accepting AHCCCS, and Care1st Health Plan Arizona, the northern regional behavioral health authority, coordinates covered and grant-funded care at 888-788-4408. Mohave Mental Health Clinic is a strong local starting point.

Medicare

Medicare covers substance use treatment that is medically necessary, including inpatient care under Part A and outpatient services and counseling under Part B, with Medicare Advantage plans offering the same benefits. Six Bullhead City area centers accept Medicare, a strong share for a town this size.

Military and TRICARE

Veterans and active-duty families have several routes to care. Four area facilities accept TRICARE, and the VA coordinates services through northern Arizona clinics and the wider Arizona VA system. See more rehab resources for veterans and military families.

Insurance and Private Pay

Most Bullhead City centers in the directory accept private insurance or self-payment. Coverage varies by plan and by whether a facility is in network, so verify benefits before you commit. Major carriers active in Arizona include:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
• Banner|Aetna
• UnitedHealthcare
• Cigna
• Health Net
• Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health

Other Low-Cost Options

Bullhead City is relatively rich in low-cost options for its size: six centers offer sliding-scale fees and four offer financial assistance, so cost need not be a barrier. Care1st can direct uninsured residents to grant-funded treatment, and treatment scholarships can help close the gap.

Accreditation

Accreditation signals that a program meets independent quality standards. Among Bullhead City area facilities, two hold CARF accreditation. Accreditation is separate from state licensure, which every legitimate Arizona provider must maintain.

Bullhead City offers care across most of the continuum, with 4 detox programs, 2 inpatient programs, and 7 outpatient clinics reported locally. Nearly every facility also treats co-occurring mental health conditions.

4 medical detox facilities

2 inpatient rehab programs

7 standard outpatient clinics

9 dual diagnosis programs

3 sober living homes

Medical detox provides 24-hour supervision to manage withdrawal safely and is the usual first step for opioid or alcohol dependence. Four area programs offer medically supervised detox, an important resource in a rural region.

Inpatient and residential rehab provides structured, live-in treatment. Two local inpatient rehab programs serve people who need to step away from daily triggers to focus on early recovery.

Outpatient treatment lets people live at home while attending scheduled sessions, and it is the most common local format, with 7 clinics reported. It suits people with work or family obligations and those stepping down from residential care.

Dual diagnosis care treats addiction alongside conditions like depression or anxiety. Nine reporting facilities address co-occurring disorders, which matters given how often mental health and substance use overlap.

Sober living offers substance-free housing that supports the transition back to independent life. Three local homes provide this option, paired with aftercare planning.

Many Bullhead City facilities tailor treatment to specific groups and substances. The counts below reflect programs that report each specialty focus.

9 alcohol rehab programs

9 opioid rehab programs

9 women’s programs

9 men’s programs

9 young adult programs

2 LGBTQ+ friendly programs

2 veterans and military programs

2 programs for older adults

Local programs treat alcohol and opioids in roughly equal measure, with nine focused on alcohol use disorder and nine on opioid use disorder, and given the county’s meth burden, most also treat stimulant use. Two facilities offer LGBTQ+ affirming addiction care, and dedicated tracks serve veterans, women, men, young adults, and older adults.

Cost should not keep anyone from help. Bullhead City residents can reach crisis support, treatment access lines, and harm-reduction resources at no charge, including crisis and suicide-prevention support around the clock.

Crisis and Helplines

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 any time for a mental health or substance use crisis; Arizona crisis services are available regardless of insurance.
• Northern Arizona Crisis Line: 1-877-756-4090, 24/7 crisis support for Mohave and the northern counties.
• Arizona Opioid Assistance and Referral (OAR) Line: 1-888-688-4222, a free 24/7 line for opioid questions, resources, and referrals.

Local Treatment and Recovery

• Mohave Mental Health Clinic (Bullhead City): 928-758-5905, regional outpatient substance use and mental health care (mmhc-inc.org).
• Rivyve Behavioral Health: 928-296-8898, substance use and behavioral health services in Bullhead City (rivyve.com).

Government and Harm Reduction

• Mohave County Department of Public Health: 928-758-0722, free naloxone through the Overdose Data to Action program and local prevention resources (mohave.gov).
• Sonoran Prevention Works: Free naloxone, including by mail, plus harm-reduction support statewide (spwaz.org).
• Arizona 211: Dial 211 to connect with local health, housing, and treatment resources (211arizona.org).

Bullhead City reflects Mohave County’s overdose picture, which is shaped more by methamphetamine than almost anywhere else in Arizona. A recent county overdose review found methamphetamine in 70% of the deaths examined, the most common substance involved, with fentanyl also present. Statewide overdose data declined in 2024, but the meth trend continues to challenge rural counties.

1. Mohave County Department of Public Health. (2026). Overdose Data to Action and substance use resources. mohave.gov.
2. Arizona County Medical Examiner Offices / Arizona HIDTA. (2025). Arizona overdose deaths. thenewmeth.com.
3. Arizona Department of Health Services. (2025). Opioid overdose preliminary data. azdhs.gov.
4. Mohave Mental Health Clinic. (n.d.). Regional behavioral health services. mmhc-inc.org.
5. AHCCCS. (n.d.). Behavioral Health Services and regional authorities. azahcccs.gov.
6. National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics. (2022). Average Cost of Drug Rehab by Type, State and More.
7. Sonoran Prevention Works. (n.d.). Arizona Naloxone access. spwaz.org.