Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Lodi, CA
Alcohol- and drug-use data compiled by the CDC, the California Department of Public Health, and San Joaquin County highlights the following local substance abuse statistics:
Alcohol-induced deaths in San Joaquin County increased by 225% from 2016 to 2020.
San Joaquin County’s drug- and alcohol-related overdose death rate consistently exceeds California’s rate by at least 25%.
From 2019 to 2021, San Joaquin County’s opioid-related deaths increased by 245%.
In 2020 and 2021, two Lodi zip codes—95240 and 95242—had fentanyl-related death rates that exceeded California’s rate by nearly 40%.
In 2021, San Joaquin County’s stimulant-related fatality rate was 14% greater than California’s.
Approximately 18% of San Joaquin County residents report engaging in excessive drinking regularly.
Roughly 28% of driving deaths in San Joaquin County involve alcohol-impaired drivers.
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
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics. CDC Wonder Online Database. (2021). Underlying Cause of Death, 1999-2020 Results, Deaths occurring through 2020.
- California Department of Public Health. (n.d.). California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard, San Joaquin County Dashboard.
- San Joaquin County Public Health Services. (2022, May). San Joaquin County 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment.
- City of Lodi, California. (2022, October 20). Lodi Grapeline Weekday Bus Routes.
- City of Lodi, California. (n.d.). Hutchins Street Square.
