Expert Insights
I was saddened to read in the latest Iowa drug strategy that Iowans binge drink, smoke, and use methamphetamines at rates higher than the national average.
Drug overdose deaths rose nearly 15 percent at the last count, killing 429 lives just in 2021. The culprit is the rise in opioid use, particularly fentanyl. What is good news, however, is that the Iowa Attorney General wants to destigmatize opioid addiction treatment by providing funding for medication-assisted treatment, with more than 80 new addiction treatment beds in Des Moines with the ability to help 1,500 outpatients.
I think these are the kind of resources we need more of to get a handle on this treatable disease.
~ Olivia Pennelle
How Expensive is Drug Rehab in Des Moines?
Treatment costs at Des Moines drug rehabs and alcohol rehabs vary greatly based on many factors. Some rehab centers charge tens of thousands of dollars for luxury addiction treatment programs, while others offer highly affordable rehab programs with more standard features. Ultimately, your rehab costs will depend on several variables, including:
The treatment setting that’s best for your needs (inpatient or outpatient)
Whether you have health insurance
The length of time you spend in treatment
Whether you need specialized treatment services, such as dual diagnosis care or medications
The type of rehab facility you choose (non-profit, government-funded, or privately funded)
If you’re worried you won’t be able to afford alcohol or drug rehab in Des Moines, you can still get high-quality help. Many rehab facilities understand that cost is a common barrier to addiction treatment and offer various forms of payment assistance for eligible persons. No matter your financial situation, you can find a facility that will work with you to ensure you get the care and support you need.
Resources
- Polk County, Iowa. (2021). 2021 Community Health Needs Assessment Polk, Warren & Dallas Counties, Iowa.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics. CDC Wonder Online Database. (2021). Underlying Cause of Death, 2018-2020, Single Race Results.
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. (2022, March). Medicare Mental Health.
- Iowa Department of Human Services. (2018, October 3). Iowa Medicaid Enterprise (IME) “B-3” Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
- National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2020, July 13). Drug Abuse and Addiction.
