Drug & Alcohol Rehabs in Kansas City, KS

Kansas City, Kansas, Drug and Alcohol Statistics

Like many major cities with myriad drug and alcohol rehabilitation levels of care available, Kansas City is located in the heart of the United States, with a population estimated close to 155,000 in 2021. Kansas City is ethnically diverse, with nearly 32% identifying as Hispanic or Latino, about 22% as Black or African American, close to 54% as White, and about 5% as Asian. Most of the residents are between 19 and 64 years of age; however, nearly 28% are less than 18 years and about 12% are older than 65 years.¹

Substance Use

Kansas City is located in the northeast region of Kansas. Drug and alcohol usage in northeast Kansas among people older than 12 years from 2018 to 2020 is as follows:²

• Almost 11% used illicit drugs in the past month
• About 16% used marijuana in the past year
• Close to 9% used marijuana in the past month
• Less than 1% used heroin in the past year
• About 2% used cocaine in the past year
• Nearly 1% used methamphetamine in the past year
• About 4% misused prescription pain relievers in the past year
• Close to 56% used alcohol in the past month
• About 28% reported binge alcohol use in the past month

Drug Overdoses

Kansas City is located in Wyandotte County in the northeast corner of Kansas. Statistics for 2011-2020 from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment for Wyandotte County are as follows:³

• 191 residents died from a drug overdose
• 72 residents died from opioid overdose
• 20 residents died from a cocaine overdose
• 11 residents died from a heroin overdose
• 10 residents died from benzodiazepine overdose
• 44 residents died from a psychostimulant overdose

Treatment Admissions

There are numerous quality drug and alcohol rehab facilities that admit residents in Kansas City who experience substance use disorder. Statistics from 2019 shown below reflect substance-use hospital admissions in Kansas for residents 12 years and older:⁴

• About 10,000 were admitted for substance use disorder
• Close to 1,700 were admitted for primary alcohol use
• About 250 were admitted for heroin use
• Almost 1,800 were admitted for marijuana/hashish use
• About 4,000 were admitted for methamphetamine use
• Nearly 250 were admitted for cocaine use (smoking)

Cost of Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Kansas City, Kansas

There is no fixed cost for drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers in Kansas City. Treatment costs are variable and influenced by characteristics of the facility such as:

• Facility location (high vs. low real estate value)
• Insurance type accepted (government vs. private insurance coverage)
• Treatment duration (short-term vs. long-term)
• Features and amenities (such as luxurious offerings)
• Treatment setting (inpatient/residential vs. outpatient)
• State or federal funding

Inpatient/residential drug and rehab facilities tend to cost more than outpatient programs. You can expect to pay more for the room and board at an inpatient program. Similarly, luxury amenities like private chefs, organic meals, spa treatments, and private suites may increase the cost of your rehab.

You can expect to pay less for rehab if you have health insurance. By law, group and individual insurance companies are required to cover substance use disorders to the same extent as medical and surgical conditions.⁵ You can find a rehab program with coverage from your insurance provider by calling the number on the back of your health insurance card. You can also visit the Addiction Resource website to look for a rehab that accepts your funding source.

You still have plenty of drug and alcohol rehabilitation options even if you have no insurance. State-funded and free rehab programs offer free or low-cost treatment. The sliding scale fee offered by some programs is another payment option to help pay for rehab.

Free Treatment Options in Kansas City

State-funded Rehabs That Offer Free to Low-cost Care

State-funded rehabs that offer free to low-cost care in Kansas are managed by the Behavioral Health Services Commission. You can expect to receive inpatient and outpatient services, acute detox treatment, crisis intervention, opioid maintenance outpatient treatment, and peer mentoring support.⁶ The Behavioral Health Services Commission works with 26 community health centers across Kansas. You can seek state-funded rehab services at these community health centers.

Rehab Scholarships

Some facilities in Kansas City offer rehab scholarships to assist with funding for treatment. Rehabilitation scholarships cover at least some of the costs of the program. However, you may be required to repay all of the costs if you end rehab prematurely.⁷ Make sure you find out the terms of the scholarship before you sign up.

Free with Insurance

Rehab may be free for you with your insurance because of federal and Kansas state laws. The ACA and Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) require individual and group insurance companies to cover rehab to the same extent as surgical or medical conditions.⁸ However, the extent of insurance coverage will depend on the type of rehabilitation and your insurance plan.

Sliding Scale

The sliding scale payment plan offered by some rehabilitation facilities is a great choice if you have no insurance and don’t qualify for free or low-cost state-funded options. You’ll receive discounts based on your ability to pay. A sliding scale program typically uses your income to determine your ability to pay and the discount.⁹ You can contact the rehab directly to obtain more information about their eligibility criteria. Visit the Addiction Resource website to find rehabs with sliding scale payment options.

Should I Travel to Kansas City for Drug and Alcohol Treatment?

You may find some of the best rehabs in Kansas in Kansas City. Your decision to travel to Kansas City, Kansas, for rehab may depend on personal factors like your preferences, family ties, lifestyle, and funding source. Reasons for considering rehab in Kansas City include the following:

• You want a rehab facility close to your friends and family in Kansas City.
• You can find an appropriate treatment type in Kansas City.
• You prefer to move away from your current location for rehab.
• You want to live along the Missouri river.
• Your rehab will be covered in Kansas City.

Neighborhoods in Kansas City for Drug and Alcohol Rehab

Downtown is an eclectic neighborhood in Kansas City with numerous restaurants, cultural centers, and historical sites. The Downtown neighborhood is famous for the “Avenue of Murals” with historical artwork and Wyandot National Burying Ground.¹⁰ Downtown is a great location if you are a foodie and want to explore the culinary scene of Kansas City during your rehab.

Northeast is a residential neighborhood in Kansas City with many historic sites. The Underground Railroad Museum and the Fairfax District—the site for the construction of World War II’s B-25 bombers—are located in the Northeast.¹⁰ You may consider rehab in the Northeast if you want insight into the rich history of Kansas City during your rehab.

Midtown is a great neighborhood if you want to experience Downtown in calmer surroundings from urban life. You’ll be close to the Wyandotte County Lake and Park, trails, and an archery range if you choose a rehab in Midtown.¹⁰ Midtown is a great neighborhood if you are an outdoor enthusiast.

How Do I Choose a Drug or Alcohol Rehab?

Choosing a drug or alcohol rehab is much easier than you think. You may want to consider factors like cost, location, treatment type, treatment philosophy, program rules, and amenities to help identify a program that meets your lifestyle, beliefs, budget, and level of care you need.

• Your budget and source of funding may be critical in choosing a rehab. You may review the accepted funding types of the rehab to determine if you need to make any out-of-pocket payments. Typically, a long-term stay at the rehab facility may cost more than a short-term stay.
• You may review the neighborhood characteristics to help you choose a rehab. Do you want to live in an urban area with plenty of shopping and restaurants, or do you prefer to live close to trails, parks, and lakes? Your recreational preferences may help you decide on a location for rehab.
• You can use your personal philosophy or beliefs to help choose a suitable rehab. If you are a Christian or are religious and prefer support from people with similar beliefs, you may select a Christian/faith-based program. You may also find a program with a similar philosophy to yours, such as a holistic program.
• Amenities in rehab may be the most important factor for you. If you prefer a rehab with luxurious offerings like a spa, private suite, organic meals, scenic views, and concierge services, you may choose a luxury rehab instead of the standard programs.
• Program rules may be an important consideration based on your lifestyle, relationships, and preferences. For example, if you want support from friends and family during rehab, you may want to choose a facility with flexible visitation rules.

Types of Addiction Treatment Programs in Kansas City, Kansas

Inpatient Drug Rehab

Inpatient rehabilitation programs offer 24-hour-a-day drug use and alcoholism treatment through care from healthcare professionals from different disciplines. You will receive inpatient treatment in a hospital setting.¹¹ Inpatient treatment is typically the initial level of care after you undergo detox.

Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient rehab may be less intensive than inpatient care. You do not have to spend the night at an outpatient facility.¹¹ Outpatient rehab has fewer restrictions than inpatient care and allows you to maintain other commitments during rehab.

Telehealth

Telehealth rehab offers treatment using electronic technologies like mobile apps, electronic health records, online technology, and telemedicine.¹¹ You may receive treatment from any location of your choice without going to a physical facility. Telehealth rehab is convenient and may increase your access to rehab.

Dual Diagnosis

Dual diagnosis refers to the co-existence of a substance use disorder and a mental health condition. You may have an increased risk for substance use disorder if you have a mental illness.¹² Dual diagnosis programs treat both substance use disorder and mental health conditions with integrated services.

Christian Rehab

Religion and spirituality can help in preventing and treating substance abuse and maintaining sobriety.¹³ Christian/faith-based rehabs integrate Christian principles in their treatment and support services.

Holistic Treatment

Holistic rehab programs treat the whole person. You can expect treatment to address your substance use disorder as well as your social, physical, mental, and spiritual condition.¹⁴

Luxury Rehab Centers

Luxury rehabs are designed to provide clients who can afford this type with lavish amenities during treatment. These deluxe facilities may include private suites with breathtaking views, 5-star spas, limousine services, and a personal chef. You can expect to pay significantly more for luxury rehab than standard rehab.

Executive Rehab Centers

Executive rehabs provide high-end amenities with discreet services that allow corporate executives to receive rehabilitation treatment away from public scrutiny. You may be able to work remotely or connect with work while receiving treatment. Executive programs allow you to recover privately while maintaining your work commitment.

Alcohol and Drug Laws in Kansas

Naloxone (Narcan) Dispensing

Naloxone (Narcan) dispensing laws in Kansas improve access to naloxone and prevent poor outcomes from an overdose. Pharmacists are allowed to dispense naloxone to most people including bystanders, patients, law enforcement officers, school nurses, and patients. You may obtain naloxone from a pharmacist in Kansas for yourself or a loved one to treat an overdose.¹⁵

Drug Court

Kansas has several drug courts for individuals with substance use disorders. Drug courts oversee people with substance use disorder and allow them to complete rehabilitation instead of going to jail. The supervision and structure of the drug court can help you avoid a relapse.¹⁶

To speak to a specialist about drug and alcohol rehab in Kansas City, Kansas, call 800-926-9037 (Who Answers?) .

Resources

1. United States Census Bureau. (n.d.). Quick Facts: Kansas City City Kansas
2. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (n.d.). 2018-2020 NSDUH Substate Region Estimates – Tables.
3. Kansas Department of Health and Environment. (n.d.). Overdose Mortality Dashboard
4. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2021). Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS): 2019. Admissions to and Discharges From Publicly Funded Substance Use Treatment.
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6. Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. (n.d.). Substance Use Treatment Services.
7. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2019). Paying for Treatment.
8. Centers for Medicare& Medicaid Services. (n.d.). The Mental Health parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
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12. Substance Abuse and Health Services Administration. (2022, April 21). Co-Occurring Disorders and Other Health Conditions.
13. Grim, B. J., & Grim, M. E. (2019). Belief, Behavior, and Belonging: How Faith is Indispensable in Preventing and Recovering from Substance Abuse. Journal of Religion and Health, 58(5), 1713-1750.
14. Substance Abuse and Health Services Administration. (2022). Recovery and Recovery Support.
15. Kansas Board of Pharmacy. (2022). Naloxone Dispensing in Kansas.
16. Kansas Judicial Branch. (2019). Drug Courts in Kansas.