Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Camarillo, CA
Here is a snapshot of some of the drug and alcohol use statistics from Ventura County over the past few years:1,2
The death rate for opioid overdose was 17.1 per 100,000 people
The death rate for all drug overdoses was 19 per 100,000 people
The rate for emergency department visits related to drug use was 133.7 per 100,000 people
The rate for emergency department visits related to alcohol use was 39.6 per 100,000 people
38.9% of driving deaths were due to alcohol use
19% of residents reported engaging in excessive drinking
14.6% of 11th graders reported using marijuana
23% of 11th graders reported using alcohol or drugs
How to Pay for Substance Abuse Treatment in California
Private Insurance
Every insurance provider in the U.S. is required by law to provide at least some coverage for mental health and substance abuse treatment. In California, residents should contact their insurance provider to confirm specific coverage with their carrier, including applicable copays.
Medi-Cal
Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program. Funded by federal and state taxes, this program pays for medical services for children and adults who have limited income. To qualify for Medi-Cal, California residents must meet income requirements and be one of the following: pregnant, responsible for a child under 21 years old, blind, disabled or a disabled family member, or 65 years or older.
California Medicare
California Medicare is a government program providing coverage to residents who are over the age of 65 or who have end-stage renal disease. California residents can use Medicare to cover the cost of rehab and other addiction treatment services; however, not all rehabs accept Medicare insurance.
Sliding Scale Payment Options
Sliding scale payment plans only charge California residents what they can afford, based on their income. To qualify, residents typically need to provide proof of income and assets.
TRICARE in California
California TRICARE (West Region) is a government program that provides health insurance for military personnel, veterans, and their dependents. TRICARE coverage includes addiction treatment services, such as rehab and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
IHS-Funded Drug Rehabs
Drug rehab programs funded by the Indian Health Service provide free addiction treatment to California Natives and Indigenous peoples in the U.S.
Resources
- Ventura County Public Health. (n.d.) https://www.healthmattersinvc.org/indicators/index/dashboard?alias=substanceabuse
- County Health Rankings California. (2021). https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/explore-health-rankings/california/ventura?year=2022
- The City of Camarillo. (n.d.). https://www.ci.camarillo.ca.us/residents/public_transportation/index.php
