Redmond Substance Abuse and Overdose Statistics
Below are some recent and relevant stats related to substance abuse and overdose statistics in Redmond and King County:2
Between 2020 and 2021, overdose deaths increased by 39%
More overdose deaths occurred in under 10 months of 2022 than in all of 2021
The people most affected were under-housed or houseless people and Indigenous and Black residents
Fatal overdoses are most common among middle-aged people, though overdose deaths in people younger than 30 increased by 50% from 2019 to 2020
Fentanyl was involved in 70% of overdose fatalities in the first 10 months of 2022
How to Pay for Drug Rehab in Redmond, Washington
Private Insurance
The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act requires all insurance providers to cover substance abuse treatment to some extent. Since each plan differs regarding specific coverage, Washington residents must check with their provider to confirm exactly what is covered under their plan.
Washington Medicaid
Washington Medicaid is a government program for low-income residents that provides health coverage for individuals and families whose income is below specific levels. To use this program, residents must qualify and apply for Medicaid coverage, and the treatment facility must accept Medicaid as a method of payment.
Washington Medicare
Medicare is a government program that provides health insurance coverage for Washington residents aged 65 or older and individuals with certain disabilities. Not all rehab facilities accept Medicare as a payment method, so it’s important to research each program to determine if Medicare benefits will apply to their services.
Sliding Scale Rehabs
Sliding scale rehabs allow Washington residents to pay only what they can afford for treatment, based on their income. To qualify, residents must usually provide proof of income.
TRICARE in Washington
TRICARE in Washington (West region) provides health insurance coverage for U.S. military personnel, veterans, and their families. This coverage includes addiction treatment services, but not all plans offer the same amount of coverage.
IHS-Funded Drug Rehabs
Indian Health Service (IHS) rehabs provide free or low-cost treatment for Native Americans and Native Alaskans. This program is available even if the individual has other methods they could use for payment.
Resources
- Public Health Seattle and King County. (2020). Substance Use Patterns in King County, WA: March-October 2020.
- Public Health Seattle and King County. (2022). 2022 Overdose Death Report.