Expert Insights
There are a lot of things you can look at to learn about a city. Did you know one of those things is the city’s wastewater?
A 2022 study revealed that Shreveport’s wastewater has twice as much meth in it than anywhere else in the country. Wow. Not just a little bit more, but double the amount. Clearly, methamphetamine use is an issue in this city – probably more than most people realize.
Shreveport social services, lawmakers, and influencers need to turn their attention to this issue and pour resources into solutions. With double the amount of meth, we need double the efforts to solve the problem.
~ Kerry Nenn
Cost of Drug Rehab in Shreveport
The cost of drug and alcohol rehab in Louisiana depends on multiple aspects. If you need a high level of care, such as daily medical supervision, you can expect higher costs. Residential costs are higher than outpatient programming because you live in the facility while attending treatment. Your location, medical needs, and health insurance coverage are the main determining factors in what program will be best for you.
If you want to save on costs, you can utilize telehealth programs that tend to offer lower-cost services and higher levels of convenience. Telehealth programs use voice and video calls with your therapy team and approved participants, such as for family therapy. You can also access medical care online through telehealth services, such as taking initial and ongoing assessments and mental health checks from your computer or smartphone.
Resources
- Center for Disease Control. (2022). CDCWonder Tool.
- Department of Health and Human Services. (2022). Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) 2019 (Revised).
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2022). Treatment Locator.
- Louisiana Legislation. (2015 accessed 2022). House Bill No. 210, Act 192.
- U.S. Department of Labor. (2022). FMLA: General Guidance.