Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Fountain Valley, CA
The use of drugs and alcohol can have significant health effects, including injury, overdose, and death. Drug overdoses and impaired driving have been affecting residents of Fountain Valley and Orange County in recent years. Some statistics about drug and alcohol use in Orange County include:
In 2021, there were 3,631 ER visits for overdoses in Orange County.
Of the total number of ER visits for overdose, 1,515 ER visits were for opioid overdoses.
There were 918 overdose deaths in Orange County in 2021.
Of the total number of overdose deaths in 2021, 744 were due to opioid overdoses.
In 2021, 19% of Orange County residents reported excessive drinking.
In 2021, 30% of motor vehicle crash deaths in Orange County involved alcohol.
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
- California Department of Public Health. (2021). California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard: Orange County Dashboard.
- California Legislative Information. (2022). Bill Text.
- County Health Rankings. (n.d.). Orange County, CA.