Expert Insights
I recently read that researchers from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine are now collaborating with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety and the Durham County Sheriff’s Office in order to evaluate the effectiveness of two opioid addiction treatment programs for inmates of the local criminal justice system.
In late 2019, the Durham County Sheriff’s Office kicked off two projects knowing that people who were recently incarcerated are at high risk of overdose and have little-to-no access to addiction treatment upon release. Working with UNC School of Medicine and Department of Public Safety, the group was able to expand access to treatment and connect recently released inmates with local treatment providers.
I will be excited to see the results of these programs. (I anticipate good results!)
~ Rita Milios
How Expensive is Drug Rehab in Durham?
The cost to enroll in a drug or alcohol rehab in Durham varies based on many factors, such as the type of treatment facility you select (luxury vs. standard) and whether you have health insurance. Other variables that impact the cost include:
Whether you need inpatient or outpatient (inpatient is generally more expensive)
Features and amenities (luxury or standard facility)
The length of time you spend in care (most programs last 30 to 90 days)
The type of health insurance a rehab facility accepts
Your extent of coverage for addiction treatment services
Whether the treatment center receives non-profit or government funding (facilities that get subsidies often provide reduced-cost services)
Whether you require specialized services, such as medication-assisted treatment (MAT) or dual-diagnosis care
If you’re concerned about your ability to pay for addiction treatment, know that you have many options. No matter your income level, you can find a Durham program that meets your needs and budget.
Resources
- Opioid, Substance Use, And Addiction Services | Durham County – NC – Public Health. (n.d.). Www.dcopublichealth.org.
- North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. (2022). Durham County Opioid Overdose Emergency Department Visits.
- Durham County Department of Public Health. (2021, March). Durham County Community Health Assessment 2020.
- North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services. (2022). Opioid and Substance Use Action Plan Data Dashboard.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (n.d.). North Carolina Medicaid Program.
