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In response to the opioid epidemic, in 2017, Arkansas created a Peer Specialist Program offering streamlined training to credential new Peer Recovery Specialists. Since then, Arkansas’ Peer Recovery Model has become a leading training program across the U.S.
Peer Recovery Specialists have “lived experience” and are deployed to hospitals, jails, etc. where they help people who are experiencing a drug-induced crisis. Like the AA model, receiving help from people who understand you–because they’ve been there, too–creates deeper trust and a bond with recipients. This may be the most important step in encouraging a reluctant addict to embrace recovery.
~ Rita Milios
How Much Does Drug Rehab Cost in Arkansas?
Arkansas is ranked 3rd nationwide in terms of addiction treatment affordability, with an average cost of addiction treatment of $53,036.
- Medical detox is the most expensive, with an average cost of $130,753
- Inpatient rehab in Arkansas costs an average of $46,801
- Outpatient rehab in Arkansas costs and average of $7,777
- Outpatient methadone treatment is the most affordable, with an average cost of $6,909
How to Pay for Addiction Treatment in Arkansas
As of 2024, there were over 170 rehab facilities across the state of Arkansas. These facilities accept several payment methods. Of those facilities, the following numbers reflect how many accept their respective payment methods:
151 accept self-payment or cash
106 offer sliding-scale fees for those without insurance
124 accept Medicaid insurance coverage
109 accept state funded insurance coverage
143 accept private health insurance
107 offer free or low-cost treatment
4 offer free treatment for all clients
13 accept tribal funding
