Nebraska Drug and Alcohol Treatment Programs

Nebraska Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs

According to the SAMHSA, Nebraska's almost 2 million residents had access to 131 substance abuse treatment facilities, and these centers were treating 5,868 patients and include (not limited to) the following,

In addition, Nebraska serves at least 18 demographic groups with services tailored to their unique needs. These groups include the following:

• Active duty military members
• Pregnant and postpartum women
• Patients with co-occurring disorders
• Adolescents
• Members of the LGBT community.
• Nebraska Drug Rehab Breakdown
• Demographic Breakdown (By percentage of drug rehab facilities):
• Patients with co-occurring mental health disorders: 45 percent
• Adult women: 35.1 percent
• Adult men: 32.8 percent
• Adolescents: 17.6 percent
• Patients who have suffered domestic abuse: 17.6 percent
• Seniors: 16.8 percent
• LGBT community members: 15.3 percent
• Veterans: 14.5 percent
• Pregnant or postpartum women: 14.5 percent
• Active duty military: 9.9 percent
• Payment Options Breakdown (By percentage of drug rehab facilities):
• Cash or self-payment: 89.3 percent
• Medicaid: 83.2 percent
• Private insurance: 79.4 percent
• Sliding fee: 62.6 percent
• State-financed plans: 55.7 percent
• Federal military insurance: 51.9 percent
• Minimal charge or no-charge treatment for patients in need: 48.9 percent
• Medicare: 32.8 percent
• ITU funds: 19.8 percent
• Free treatment: 3.1 percent

The variety of treatment programs and payment options available in Nebraska make it possible for addicts to find services that meet their individual recovery needs, and be able to afford treatment regardless of their financial circumstances.

Treatment Approaches in Nebraska

12 Step

12-step programs are programs, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, that provide patients with 12 principles they use to structure their recovery, as well as access to regular meetings and a supportive community. Over the past 90 years, 12-step programs have proven themselves to be an effective approach to recovery. One study found that 70 percent of people who attended weekly 12-step meetings for at least 6 weeks were able to maintain their abstinence for at least 2 years. This level of effectiveness is one of the reasons that 74 percent of rehab centers nationally use 12-step programs on at least an occasional basis. It is also why 77.1 percent of facilities in Nebraska provide 12-step facilitation to patients.

Dual Diagnosis/Co-Occurring

Many patients who suffer from a substance use disorder (SUD) also suffer from mental illness. Often, the mental illness comes first. The sufferer then tries to cope with the symptoms by ingesting addictive substances, leading to the SUD. One estimate by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health places the number of Americans suffering from this type of dual diagnosis at 17 million. Integrated treatment, which addresses both disorders simultaneously, is the most effective approach in helping patients manage their conditions. In Nebraska, 45 percent of drug rehab facilities offer this type of specialized treatment for patients who need it.

Detox

The first step in any recovery is making sure the addictive substances are out of the patient's body. Then they can turn their attention to treatment that will help them break their dependence on those substances for the long term. However, the process of withdrawal can be uncomfortable, and even dangerous. Medically supervised detox is often the best approach for patients, because it provides 24/7 medical care and supervision throughout withdrawal, and can help set patients up with the next step in their rehab. In Nebraska, the majority of detox programs are available through inpatient rehab centers, although detox is also available on an outpatient and hospital basis.

Short-Term Inpatient Rehab

Rehab is often most effective when patients can live at the rehab center and receive round-the-clock support and intensive treatment. Residential programs such as these where patients live for 30 days or less are referred to as short-term inpatient rehab.

Long-Term Residential Rehab

Inpatient facilities where patients live for longer than 30 days are referred to as offering long-term residential rehab. These programs are often an effective choice for patients who suffer from severe, complex, or longlasting addiction. It is also the best approach for breaking dependence on addictive substances: The National Institute on Drug Abuse recommends at least 90 days of treatment for addicts. 30 rehab centers in Nebraska (22.9 percent) offer this type of addiction treatment for patients.

Rehab Costs In Nebraska

While the average costs of drug and alcohol rehab include the following:

• About $600 a day for detox
• Up to $500 a day for outpatient treatment
• $14,000 - $27,000 for 30-day inpatient treatment
• The exact costs a patient can expect to pay vary depending upon factors such as these:
• Type of program
• Medication received
• Services used
• Length of treatment

As a result, any patient seeking drug or alcohol rehab should consult with their preferred addiction treatment center to determine what their expected treatment costs will be. Treatment centers can also provide patients with their payment options and sometimes assistance if the patient is financially needy. Here are some of the payment options treatment facilities in the state provide:

Private Health Insurance for Addiction Rehab

Private health insurance through either employment or a health exchange typically offers coverage for addiction rehab, thanks to requirements from the Affordable Care Act. Plans can vary, however, in the following ways:

• Copays
• Deductibles
• In-network rehab facilities
• Covered treatments
• And more

Patients should discuss their coverage with their insurance provider to determine the details of their coverage. In Nebraska, 79.4 percent of facilities accept some form of private health insurance.

Medicaid and Medicare for Addiction Rehab

Patients above the age of 65 can receive healthcare through the federal government's Medicare program, while people who meet certain low-income requirements can receive healthcare through the federal Medicaid program. These programs put addiction treatment within reach of patients who might otherwise not be able to afford it. In Nebraska, 83.2 percent of facilities accept Medicaid, while 32.8 percent accept Medicare.

Uninsured Addiction Rehab

Despite the presence of Medicare and Medicaid and private insurance, some people are unable to afford insurance and/or do not meet the requirements to receive healthcare through the federal government. These individuals can receive support through two mechanisms available in Nebraska:

Sliding Scale Payments

Sliding scale fees are fees that adjust based upon a patient's ability to pay so that patients who have lower incomes pay lower fees. In Nebraska, almost two-thirds of facilities (62.6 percent) offer their services on a sliding scale.

Free drug rehab

In Nebraska, 4 drug rehab centers offer their services free of charge to every patient. Almost half of facilities, 48.9 percent, offer their services for free or at minimal charge, only for those patients who cannot otherwise afford to pay for their treatment.

The diversity in payment options in Nebraska make drug rehab more accessible to those who need it, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Nebraska Drug Treatment Overview

Nebraska's drug rehab options have both advantages and disadvantages for patients seeking treatment. Here is a look at some of the biggest pros and cons of the state's services: Drug rehab in Montana has both pros and cons to offer patients. Here is a look at some of the most important advantages and disadvantages in the state's services:

Pros

61.8 percent of drug rehab centers in Nebraska are private, nonprofit facilities, which often corresponds to more options available for financially needy patients.

94.6 percent of facilities treat patients who suffer from both alcohol and drug abuse, making treatment more accessible to patients regardless of their type of addiction.

Cons

The designated bed utilization rate in Nebraska is relatively high, at over 105 percent for residential beds and 100 percent for hospital beds. This high rate can mean less accessibility to treatment for patients who need it.

When compared to the rates in other states, Nebraska's acceptance of private insurance is low, at less than 80 percent.

Nebraska Drug Use Statistics

Nebraska faces a drug use epidemic similar to that faced by many other parts of the country. Here are some of the most important drug use statistics for the state:

From the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services:

• In 2019, 6 percent of the state's young adults reported using illicit drugs in the last year.
• In 2019, 5.7 percent of the state's young adults reported misuse of prescription medication in the last year.
• 7 percent of young adults in 2019 reported an illicit drug use disorder.

From the SAMHSA:

• 1,272 individuals over the age of 12 were admitted for substance abuse treatment in Nebraska in 2019.
• 29.6 percent of these admissions were for amphetamines.
• 4.8 percent of these admissions were for heroin.
• 3.5 percent of these admissions were for other opiates.