Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Tulare, CA
Like much of the United States, Tulare, CA, and Tulare County have experienced the effects of alcohol and drug abuse. Here are some statistics about substance abuse in Tulare, CA, and the surrounding Tulare County:1, 2, 3
There were 233 emergency department visits related to opioid overdose in 2021.
A total of 64 individuals were hospitalized due to opioid overdose in 2021.
The majority of opioid-related overdose deaths in 2021 were between the ages of 30 and 34.
There were over 220,000 prescriptions for opioids in 2021.
In 2021, 17% of adults reported excessive drinking.
In 2021, 32% of fatal motor vehicle accidents involved alcohol impairment.
In 2020, 35 drivers who were killed in motor vehicle crashes had a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher.
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. (2022). California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard.
- University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. (2022). County Health Rankings and Roadmaps: California-Tulare.
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2022). Persons Killed By State and County: California-Tulare.
