Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Casa Grande, Arizona
Let’s take a brief look at some of the most recent Pinal County substance use statistics:
Between 2020 and 2021, Pinal County had an average of 60.5 non-fatal overdose incidents per 100,000 people.
Fentanyl accounted for 39.3% of the overdoses in 2021, while oxycodone accounted for 14.4%.
As for non-opioid-related overdoses, methamphetamine accounted for 16.4% in 2021.
In 2020, 66.1% of overdoses only involved one drug, while 21.2% involved at least two types of drugs. In 2021, 44.5% of all overdoses involved only one drug. However, 24.9% involved two types of drugs, and 6.8% involved three.
Between 2017 and 2021, the number of opioid-related deaths increased by approximately 120%.
2021 alone saw 2,002 opioid-related deaths in total.
How to Pay for Drug Rehab in Arizona
Private Insurance
By law, all insurance companies must provide coverage for substance abuse and mental health treatment, per the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. However, each plan differs regarding specific benefits, so Arizona residents must contact their provider to learn about exact coverage.
Arizona Medicaid
Arizona Medicaid, known as the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), provides coverage for drug and alcohol rehab services under the Mental Health Parity Act. Arizona residents may qualify for this program if they are a low-income adult, a child, a pregnant woman, an elderly adult, or a person with certain disabilities.
Medicare
Medicare is a federal health insurance program that provides coverage for Arizonans aged 65 and older, along with individuals diagnosed with certain disabilities. Addiction treatment services are covered under both Medicare Part A and Part B. However, not all rehab facilities accept Medicare, so it’s important to confirm accepted methods of payment before enrolling in a program.
Sliding Scale Rehabs
Sliding scale rehab programs allow Arizona residents to pay only what they can reasonably afford based on their income. Participants must typically provide proof of income to qualify.
TRICARE in Arizona
TRICARE in Arizona (West region) provides health insurance coverage for U.S. military personnel, veterans, and their dependents. Coverage includes addiction treatment services. However, plans differ in their specific coverage.
IHS-Funded Drug Rehabs
The Indian Health Service (IHS) is a federally funded program for indigenous people. Native Americans and Native Alaskans who need SUD treatment can receive low-cost or free services under this program.
Resources
- Arizona Department of Health Services. (n.d.). Opioid Prevention – Verified Non-Fatal Reported Overdoses.
- Arizona Department of Health Services. (n.d.). Opioid Overdoses Surveillance Report, Arizona, 2020-2021.