Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Union City, CA
Union City and Alameda County have experienced the effects of substance use. Here is some data about alcohol and drug abuse in Alameda County:2, 3
In 2021, there were 191 opioid-related deaths.
The majority of opioid overdose-related deaths occurred in 25- to 29-year-olds.
There were 477 emergency department visits related to opined overdose in 2021.
In 2021, 137 individuals had to be hospitalized for opioid overdose.
In 2021, 18% of adults reported excessive drinking.
A full 25% of motor vehicle accident fatalities involved alcohol impairment.
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, a family member of someone with a disability, 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
- Healthy Alameda County. (2022). Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate.
- California Department of Public Health. (2022). California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard.
- University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. (2022). County Health Rankings and Roadmaps: California-Alameda County.
