Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Alcohol and Drug Rehab Programs

Wisconsin's almost 6 million residents have access to 276 substance abuse treatment centers in the state, according to the SAMHSA. As of March 2019, these centers were serving 25,574 patients and include

Wisconsin's treatment facilities also sometimes provide services to patients whose circumstances may require tailored services. Some of these groups include the following:

• Active duty military members
• Pregnant and postpartum women
• Patients with co-occurring disorders
• Adolescents
• Members of the LGBT community.
• Wisconsin Drug Rehab Breakdown
• Demographic Breakdown (By percentage of drug rehab facilities):
• Adult women: 40.2 percent
• Patients with co-occurring mental health disorders: 38.4 percent
• Adult men: 33 percent
• Patients who have suffered domestic abuse: 20.3 percent
• Pregnant or postpartum women: 17 percent
• Adolescents: 17 percent
• Seniors: 15.6 percent
• Veterans: 14.1 percent
• LGBT community members: 14.1 percent
• Active duty military: 7.6 percent
• Payment Options Breakdown (By percentage of drug rehab facilities):
• Cash or self-payment: 94.6 percent
• Private insurance: 91.7 percent
• Medicaid: 84.4 percent
• State-financed plans: 59.1 percent
• Federal military insurance: 56.9 percent
• Medicare: 55.1 percent
• Sliding fee: 43.8 percent
• Minimal charge or no-charge treatment for patients in need: 32.6 percent
• ITU funds: 16.3 percent
• Free treatment: 1.4 percent

Wisconsin offers such a wide variety of treatment and payment options that addiction rehab is available to many of the patients in the state who are seeking formal support for their recoveries.

Treatment Approaches in Wisconsin

12 Step

12-step programs are one of the best-known approaches to addiction recovery. Their 12 principles (From recognizing the addiction as a problem to making amends), embrace of sponsorship for one-on-one support, and regular supportive meetings with other program participants make these programs effective in helping patients to maintain their recoveries. Nationally, about 74 percent of treatment facilities use 12-step programs on at least an occasional basis to support patients' recoveries. In Wisconsin, 63 percent of facilities provide 12-step facilitation for their patients.

Dual Diagnosis/Co-Occurring

In 2020, 17 million Americans suffered from both a mental illness and a substance use disorder (SUD). Called a dual diagnosis, this problem often occurs when patients seek out addictive substances as a way to cope with the symptoms of a mental illness. Mental illnesses that co-occur with a SUD include everything from bipolar disorder to PTSD, depression to anxiety. In Wisconsin, 38.4 percent of treatment facilities provide integrated treatment that addresses both the SUD and the mental illness for affected patients.

Detox

Often, patients who are withdrawing from an addictive substance require medical supervision to ensure their comfort and safety. This supervision is available in detox programs, where patients can receive 24/7 care and support in finding appropriate rehab services once they complete their detox. In Wisconsin, most detox services are available in outpatient and hospital-based programs, although a few detox programs are available on a residential basis as well.

Short-Term Inpatient Rehab

Inpatient facilities allow patients to live at the center and receive round-the-clock treatment and support. When these facilities offer their services for 30 days or less, they are referred to as short-term inpatient rehab. In Wisconsin, 9.8 percent of facilities offer this type of rehab.

Long-Term Residential Rehab

Inpatient rehab that lasts longer than 30 days is referred to as long-term residential rehab. In Wisconsin, 12.7 percent of facilities provide this type of service, which, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, can be more effective than other treatment approaches.

Rehab Costs In Wisconsin

Several factors can influence the cost of addiction treatment in Wisconsin, which means that patients should consult with their preferred addiction treatment center to determine the exact costs of their rehab. Some of the factors that can influence rehab costs in the state include the following:

• Type of program
• Medication received
• Services used
• Length of treatment

Private Health Insurance for Addiction Rehab

Private health insurance is most commonly obtained through employers, although many residents of Wisconsin access health insurance through healthcare exchanges. Nearly all (91.7 percent of) rehab facilities in the state accept private insurance, making it a good payment choice for patients who have it. Because plans can vary in copays, deductibles, covered treatments, and other details, patients should consult with their insurance company to determine the details of their coverage.

Medicaid and Medicare for Addiction Rehab

Medicare and Medicaid are federal healthcare programs designed for individuals who may otherwise struggle to pay for healthcare coverage. Medicare provides coverage for individuals who are at least 65 years old, while Medicaid provides healthcare coverage for individuals who meet certain low-income thresholds. Both of these programs cover patients' drug and alcohol treatment costs in full, which can make treatment more affordable. In Wisconsin, 55.1 percent of facilities accept Medicare, while 84.4 percent of facilities accept Medicaid.

Uninsured Addiction Rehab

In 2019, 6 percent of individuals in Wisconsin were uninsured. Some of the drug rehab facilities in the state provide ways for these and other financially needy individuals to receive the addiction treatment they require:

Sliding Scale Payments

Sliding scale fees are charges that are based on a patient's ability to pay. The less a patient makes, the less they pay for their treatment. In Wisconsin, 43.8 percent of facilities provide this type of fee schedule in order to widen access to rehab for patients.

Free drug rehab

Only 1.4 percent of facilities in Wisconsin provide rehab to each of their patients. However, 32.6 percent of facilities provide treatment at no charge or a minimal charge specifically for patients who cannot otherwise pay for their addiction rehab.

Wisconsin's ability to offer a variety of payment options makes it possible for a wider variety of patients to access the treatment they need. Even patients who have limited financial resources should not hesitate to pursue addiction treatment in the state, thanks to the facilities that make treatment affordable for even financially needy individuals.

Wisconsin Drug Treatment Overview

Wisconsin has many advantages to offer patients who seek drug rehab in the state, but patients should also be aware of certain downsides to the state's treatment options.

Pros

Only 40.7 percent of Wisconsin's designated hospital beds are being used, which means that patients who require hospital rehab may be able to quickly get into a program that meets their needs.

55.1 percent of facilities in Washington accept Medicare. This is a very high percentage compared to other states, and can make treatment more accessible to patients who are 65 years of age or older.

Cons

Residential programs in Wisconsin appear to be overcrowded, as indicated by a residential designated bed utilization rate of 163.1 percent. As a result, patients may struggle to find a residential spot when they are ready to seek treatment for their substance abuse.

Only 1.4 percent of rehab facilities in Wisconsin offer residential detox services. As a result, patients who require the intense support available at these detox programs may have difficulty finding a place without a long wait list.

63 percent of facilities in Wisconsin offer 12-step facilitation. This is well below the national average, which could prevent patients from accessing this effective means nof rehab.

Wisconsin Drug Use Statistics

In 2020, Wisconsin was found to be the 11th most drug-affected state in the nation. Here is a look at the most important statistics regarding drug use in the state.

From the Wisconsin Department of Health Services:

• In 2020, 21.1 per 100,000 residents in Wisconsin died from an opioid drug overdose.
• Between January 1, 2021 and September 30, 2021, 943 people had died from opioid-related problems
• 4.7 percent of adults in Wisconsin had misused drugs in the past year..
• As of December 31, 2021, there had been 4,187 opioid-related inpatient and ER hospital visits in the year. In 2018, 702 opioid overdose deaths occurred in Wisconsin.

From the SAMHSA:

• 24,896 individuals over the age of 12 were admitted for substance abuse treatment in Wisconsin in 2019.
• 8.7 percent of these admissions were for amphetamines.
• 18.1 percent of these admissions were for heroin.
• 6.3 percent of these admissions were for other opiates.