How We Rank Listings
Every facility on Addictions.com is included because it is a licensed or accredited provider of substance use disorder treatment, not because it paid for placement.
We prioritize centers that hold recognized accreditation from the Joint Commission or the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), maintain state licensure, and publish clear information about their levels of care, staff credentials, and payment options.
When ranking the Memphis listings you see here, we weigh the range of care a facility offers, the specialty and population-specific programs available, the payment types accepted, and whether the center participates in independent verification programs such as LegitScript or membership organizations like NAATP. Listings are organized to help you compare real options side by side so you can shortlist the programs that fit your clinical needs, budget, and location.
Rehab in Memphis: What to Know
Memphis is the seat of Shelby County, Tennessee’s most populous county with roughly 922,000 residents, and it anchors the tri-state Mid-South region where Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi meet. Addictions.com lists 56 rehab facilities serving the Memphis area, offering everything from medically supervised detox to long-term residential care and community-based outpatient programs.
You can also browse the full Tennessee rehab directory to compare options in nearby cities such as Nashville, Knoxville, and Jackson.
The county’s behavioral health safety net is unusually concentrated around one anchor provider. Alliance Healthcare Services has operated in Shelby County for more than 50 years and runs a network of clinics across the city along with a 24/7 crisis center, making it the largest comprehensive behavioral health organization in the area.
That matters for anyone weighing addiction treatment options without strong private insurance, because publicly funded detox and stabilization capacity in Memphis is limited and often routed through Alliance and its grant-funded programs.
Memphis has been hit hard by the synthetic opioid supply. Shelby County reported 242 suspected overdose-related deaths in 2025, down from 410 the year before, according to the Shelby County Health Department and the West Tennessee Regional Forensic Center.
Fentanyl remains the primary driver of fatal overdoses locally, frequently mixed into counterfeit pills and other street drugs, which shapes why so many area programs emphasize opioid use disorder treatment and medication-assisted care.
Because Memphis sits at the center of a major interstate corridor, people traveling from surrounding rural West Tennessee counties, eastern Arkansas, and northern Mississippi often seek care in the city, where the widest range of detox, inpatient, and dual diagnosis services is available. Roughly three quarters of the local facilities treat co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions together, an important consideration for anyone managing depression, anxiety, or trauma alongside a substance use disorder.
Cost of Rehab in Memphis
Treatment costs in Memphis track statewide Tennessee averages, and the price of care depends heavily on the level of treatment, the length of stay, and the amenities a program offers. The figures below reflect average treatment costs across Tennessee and are a useful starting point for building a budget. Because published cost data is reported at the state level rather than the city level, treat these as directional rather than exact quotes for any specific Memphis facility.
Memphis has a lower cost of living than many large U.S. metros, and Tennessee ranks in the more affordable half of states for residential treatment. Even so, out-of-pocket costs for a 30-day residential stay can be high without coverage, which is why verifying insurance benefits before admission is one of the most important early steps. Most local programs will check your insurance coverage for free before you commit.
How to Pay for Rehab in Memphis
Across the 56 Memphis-area facilities, programs accept a wide mix of payment types, including self-payment, private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and a range of assistance options for people who are uninsured or underinsured. Understanding which programs accept your coverage is the fastest way to narrow your search. The counts below reflect how many local facilities accept each payment type.
The right payment path depends on your insurance status and eligibility. The sections below break down the most common ways Memphis residents cover the cost of treatment.
Medicare
Seventeen Memphis-area facilities accept Medicare, which covers substance use disorder treatment for eligible adults 65 and older and for younger people with qualifying disabilities. Medicare Part A helps with inpatient and residential care, while Part B covers outpatient services such as counseling, and Part D can help with prescribed medications used in recovery.
If you are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, your addiction treatment benefits and network rules may differ, so it helps to confirm the details of how Medicare covers addiction treatment before you enroll in a program.
Medicaid (TennCare)
Tennessee’s Medicaid program is called TennCare, and 25 Memphis facilities accept it. TennCare covers substance use disorder services, including medical detox, inpatient and residential care, outpatient counseling, and medication for opioid use disorder through managed care organizations. TennCare’s BESMART program specifically supports opioid recovery with buprenorphine-based medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and care coordination.
It is worth noting that Tennessee has not expanded Medicaid, so TennCare primarily covers children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with disabilities, and some working-age adults may fall into a coverage gap. Marketplace plans through HealthCare.gov are an alternative for those who do not qualify.
Military Benefits
Twelve Memphis facilities accept TRICARE, and veterans have a dedicated option in the city. The Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center provides addiction and substance use treatment, including medically managed detox, dual diagnosis care, and medication-assisted treatment tailored to challenges veterans face, such as PTSD and reintegration.
Active-duty service members, retirees, and their families can also use TRICARE at participating civilian programs. See more rehab resources for veterans and military members.
Insurance and Private Pay
Forty Memphis facilities accept private health insurance, and 54 accept self-payment. Under federal parity law, commercial and marketplace plans sold in Tennessee must cover substance use disorder treatment as an essential health benefit. However, your specific costs depend on deductibles, copays, and whether a facility is in-network. Verifying benefits in advance helps avoid surprises and ensures a smoother admission.
Other Low-Cost Options
For people paying out of pocket, 17 Memphis facilities offer sliding-scale fees, 24 offer financial assistance, and 11 offer financing arrangements. Sliding-scale programs set fees based on income and household size, which can make treatment reachable for uninsured residents. Ask admissions staff directly which assistance programs, grants, or income-based rates a facility can access.
Free Treatment Programs
Seven Memphis-area facilities offer free treatment, and additional no-cost options exist through the public system. Alliance Healthcare Services operates the only detox program in Shelby County dedicated to uninsured adults, and grant-funded initiatives help expand access for people who cannot otherwise afford care. If cost is the main barrier, exploring rehab scholarships and asking each program about charity care can open doors that private pay alone would not.
Major insurance carriers accepted in Tennessee
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
- Cigna
- Humana
- UnitedHealthcare
- Wellpoint
- TennCare
- Medicare
- TRICARE
Levels of Care Available in Memphis
Memphis facilities span the full continuum of care, from medically supervised detox through residential treatment and flexible outpatient options. Among the 56 local programs, 27 offer medical detox, 37 provide inpatient rehab, 49 offer outpatient services, and 42 treat co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders together.
Medical detox is often the first step for people who are physically dependent on alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines. In a medical detox program, clinical staff monitor withdrawal and provide medications to keep the process safe and as comfortable as possible before ongoing treatment begins.
Inpatient and residential rehab mean living at the facility during treatment, with 24-hour support and a structured schedule of therapy. Residential treatment is often recommended for more severe substance use disorders or when a stable, substance-free environment is essential to early recovery.
Partial hospitalization programs (PHP) deliver several hours of structured clinical programming during the day while clients return home in the evening. PHP treatment bridges the gap between residential care and standard outpatient services.
Outpatient rehab lets people attend therapy and counseling while keeping up with work, school, and family responsibilities. Memphis has options ranging from intensive outpatient programs to weekly counseling. Learn more about intensive outpatient programs and how they fit into a step-down plan.
Dual diagnosis programs treat substance use and mental health conditions at the same time, which research shows improves outcomes. If depression or anxiety is part of the picture, integrated care that addresses co-occurring depression alongside addiction gives a fuller foundation for recovery.
Sober living homes offer a structured, substance-free residence after formal treatment ends. Pairing sober living with ongoing rehab aftercare helps people practice new routines while staying connected to support.
Specialty Programs in Memphis
Many Memphis facilities tailor treatment to specific populations and substances, recognizing that recovery looks different depending on a person’s background, gender, age, and primary substance. The counts below reflect how many local programs offer each specialty.
Gender-specific tracks are widely available, with 37 women’s programs and 38 men’s programs that address the different social pressures, family roles, and trauma histories that shape recovery. For substance-specific needs, 39 programs focus on alcohol use disorder and 29 focus on opioid use disorder, reflecting the two substances that drive the most treatment demand in the Memphis area.
Ten facilities provide LGBTQ+ affirming addiction care, and six offer programs built around the experiences of veterans and service members, complementing the VA’s own services. Forty-two programs serve young adults navigating early independence and peer pressure, and 22 address the distinct needs of older adults, including chronic pain, isolation, and medication interactions.
Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in Memphis
Cost and insurance status should never be the only thing standing between a person and help. Memphis and Shelby County have a network of crisis lines, public health services, harm reduction programs, and nonprofits that provide support at little or no cost. The resources below are current and verifiable; always call ahead to confirm hours and availability.
Crisis and Helplines
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988, 24/7. The Memphis Crisis Center serves as the frontline answering point for Shelby County. Learn more about crisis support and suicide prevention resources. https://988lifeline.org/
- Tennessee Statewide Crisis Line: 1-855-274-7471 (1-855-CRISIS-1), 24/7 mental health crisis support and mobile crisis dispatch. https://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/crisis.html
- Tennessee REDLINE: 1-800-889-9789, a free, confidential 24/7 line for alcohol, drug, and addiction information and treatment referrals, regardless of insurance status. https://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/substance-abuse-services/prevention/tennessee-redline.html
- SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free and confidential treatment referral and information, 24/7. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline
County Health and Behavioral Health Services
- Shelby County Health Department, Overdose Prevention Program: Provides free harm reduction kits containing naloxone and fentanyl test strips, including through a no-cost harm reduction vending machine, plus a RISE Navigator who links people to substance use treatment. Visit shelbytnhealth.com.
- Alliance Healthcare Services: 901-577-9400 (Crisis Wellness Center, 24/7 walk-in). Shelby County’s largest behavioral health provider, serving 22,000+ clients across 18 locations, including the only medically monitored withdrawal management (detox) program for uninsured adults in the county. Main line: 901-369-1410. https://www.alliance-hs.org/
Harm Reduction
- A Betor Way: 901-623-7107. Memphis’s first official syringe services program, offering free syringe exchange, naloxone distribution, fentanyl test strips, wound care, HIV/HCV testing, and referrals to detox and rehab. Mobile services operate weekly in the Memphis area. https://abetorway.org/
- Meharry Harm Reduction Center: Research, education, and holistic health services. https://meharryharmreductioncenter.org/
Veterans and Military
- Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center: 116 N. Pauline Street, Memphis, TN 38105. Main line: 901-523-8990. Offers substance use disorder treatment, medically managed detox, dual diagnosis care, and medication-assisted treatment for veterans. https://www.va.gov/memphis-health-care/locations/lt-col-luke-weathers-jr-va-medical-center/
Faith-Based and Community Support
- Narcotics Anonymous (Memphis area): Free peer support meetings held daily at locations including First Congregational Church (1000 South Cooper Street) and The Commons (258 North Merton Street). Explore how 12-step and peer support groups fit into long-term recovery. https://na-wt.org/meetings/
- Catholic Charities of West Tennessee: Community partner providing social services and supporting local harm reduction and recovery efforts in Memphis. https://ccwtn.org/
Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Memphis
The most striking recent development in Memphis is a sharp decline in overdose deaths: Shelby County recorded 242 suspected overdose-related deaths in 2025, down from 410 in 2024, according to the Shelby County Health Department. Even with that progress, fatal overdoses in the county still outnumber traffic deaths, and fentanyl remains the leading driver. The figures below put the local and state picture in context.
Statewide data underscores how central synthetic opioids have become to the crisis affecting Memphis and the rest of the state.
These numbers reflect why so many Memphis programs prioritize opioid use disorder treatment and medication-assisted care, and why harm reduction tools like naloxone and fentanyl test strips are distributed free across the county. For national context on how Tennessee compares, see broader national substance use statistics.
Resources
- Shelby County Health Department. (2026). Opioid Coalition Observes National Fentanyl Awareness and Prevention Day. https://www.shelbytnhealth.com/
- Shelby County Health Department. (2026). Opioid Overdose Prevention. https://www.shelbytnhealth.com/377/Opioid-Overdose-Prevention
- Tennessee Department of Health, Office of Strategic Initiatives. (2025). 2025 County Data Package: Shelby County. https://www.tn.gov/health/
- USAFacts. (2026). How many drug overdose deaths happen every year in Tennessee? (Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). https://usafacts.org/
- Tennessee Department of Health, Overdose Response Coordination Office. (2026). West High Impact Area harm reduction programs. https://www.tn.gov/health/orco.html
- Addictions.com. (2026). Alcohol & Drug Rehabs in Tennessee (state treatment cost averages). https://www.addictions.com/rehabs/tennessee/