Expert Insights
In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a large group of state lawmakers and officials got together recently to discuss drug addiction, prevention efforts, and treatment in the state.
Held via a virtual roundtable, the meeting was slated to give state representatives an opportunity to share personal stories and experiences, discuss what they’re doing right, what they’re doing wrong, and what they can do better in the future. And while we’re used to the left and right sides of the political aisle fighting like cats and dogs, lawmakers actually found some common ground during the virtual discussion.
Many lawmakers revealed they had personally experienced a family member struggling with addiction, a few announced family members were in recovery, and several told heartbreaking stories of loss at the hands of drug addiction. It just goes to show that addiction truly does not discriminate, and everyone is impacted by substance abuse at this point in time.
~ Kerry Nenn
How Expensive is Drug Rehab in Pittsburgh?
The cost of alcohol or drug rehab in Pittsburgh depends on several variables, including:
The type of treatment setting you choose (inpatient generally costs more than outpatient)
The type of facility you select (luxury facilities cost more than standard ones)
Whether you have insurance and what your policy covers
The type of care you need—specialty services like dual-diagnosis treatment and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) may increase your costs
Whether a facility gets funding from the government or other sources (non-profit and state-funded rehabs tend to be more affordable than private ones)
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), there are more than 65 facilities within the greater Pittsburgh area. Of those facilities, 52 take private insurance, and 59 accept Medicaid. Some non-profit and state-funded treatment centers in the area provide services at little to no cost for eligible individuals.
Resources
- Overdose Free PA. (n.d.). Death Data Overview.
- Allegheny County Department of Human Services. (2021). Accidental Overdose Deaths in Allegheny County, January 2016-June 2020.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2022). Treatment Locator Map.
- Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. (2016). Medicare Coverage of Substance Abuse Services.
- Disability Rights Pennsylvania. (n.d.). Family Leave and Medical Act.
