Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Maricopa, AZ
Like the rest of the U.S., Maricopa, AZ is experiencing a drug and alcohol misuse crisis with many residents experiencing substance abuse. A national survey between 2016 and 2018 on drug use and health revealed the following statistics for residents 12 years and older in Pinal county and the corresponding substate region in Arizona:
Nearly 11% reported illicit drug use in the past month.
Close to 13% reported marijuana use in the past year.
About 2% reported cocaine use in the past year.
Less than 1% reported heroin use in the past year.
About 1% reported methamphetamine use in the past year.
About 4% reported pain reliever misuse in the past year.
Nearly 48% reported alcohol use in the past month.
About 25% reported binge alcohol use in the past year.
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. (n.d.). Opioid Overdoses Surveillance Report, Arizona, 2020-2021.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (n.d.). 2016 -2018 NSDUH Substate Region Estimates – Tables.
