Wyoming Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs

Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Programs in Wyoming

Wyoming, as the state with the smallest population, has one of the lowest numbers of drug rehab centers in the country. In total, the state has 57 substance abuse treatment facilities treating 2,499 patients, according to the SAMHSA. These treatment centers include

Wyoming's rehab centers also sometimes provide tailored treatment to specific demographics, including the following:

• Active duty military members
• Pregnant and postpartum women
• Patients with co-occurring disorders
• Adolescents
• Members of the LGBT community.
• Wyoming Drug Rehab Breakdown
• Demographic Breakdown (By percentage of drug rehab facilities):
• Patients with co-occurring mental health disorders: 57.9 percent
• Adult men: 45.6 percent
• Adult women: 43.9 percent
• Patients who have suffered domestic abuse: 35.1 percent
• Adolescents: 29.8 percent
• Seniors: 29.8 percent
• Veterans: 29.8 percent
• LGBT community members: 29.8 percent
• Pregnant or postpartum women: 28.1 percent
• Active duty military: 22.8 percent
• Payment Options Breakdown (By percentage of drug rehab facilities):
• Cash or self-payment: 100 percent
• Private insurance: 96.5 percent
• Sliding fee: 87.7 percent
• Medicaid: 86 percent
• Federal military insurance: 82.5 percent
• Minimal charge or no-charge treatment for patients in need: 77.2 percent
• Medicare: 68.4 percent
• State-financed plans: 61.4 percent
• ITU funds: 42.1 percent
• Free treatment: 0 percent

Wyoming accepts so many different payment options, and serves such a wide variety of patients, that most people who need treatment can receive it in the state.

Treatment Approaches in Wyoming

12 Step

Alcoholics Anonymous is the most famous 12-step program, but today there are several other similar approaches to addiction rehab. Based on 12 actions around which addicts can structure their recovery (e.g. Making amends, relying on a higher power), and the formation of a supportive community, these programs have a very high success rate. As a result, 74 percent of rehab programs nationwide use 12-step programs on at least an occasional basis. In Wyoming, 66.7 percent of facilities help to connect patients with these programs.

Dual Diagnosis/Co-Occurring

In 2020, 17 million Americans suffered from a dual diagnosis of both a mental illness and a substance use disorder (SUD). Often, the two go hand-in-hand because addictive substances are often used to provide at least temporary relief from the symptoms of a mental illness such as bipolar disorder, PTSD, or anxiety. In Wyoming, 57.9 percent of drug rehab centers in the state provided integrated treatment to help dual diagnosis patients manage both their mental illness and their SUD.

Detox

Withdrawal can be a difficult experience for addicts, and that discomfort can often discourage them from continuing with their addiction recovery. Medically-supervised detox can help by offering patients medical support during their withdrawal and by providing them with resources to help them pursue rehab after they complete detox. In Wyoming, the vast majority of detox services are available on a residential basis, although detox is also available in outpatient and hospital centers.

Short-Term Inpatient Rehab

Sometimes, patients benefit from the opportunity to live at the treatment facility while they receive intensive treatment. When these programs last 30 days or less, they are referred to as short-term inpatient rehab. In Wyoming, 21.1 percent of facilities offer short-term inpatient rehab.

Long-Term Residential Rehab

Long-term residential rehab refers to inpatient programs that last longer than 30 days. These programs are often more effective than short-term programs, because, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, treatment of at least 90 days gives patients the best chance of breaking their dependence on addictive substances. In Wyoming, 24.6 percent of facilities provide long-term residential rehab.

Rehab Costs In Wyoming

Addiction rehab costs vary widely in Wyoming, primarily due to the individual treatment needs of patients. Some of the factors that can influence the cost of rehab are as follows:

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

Private Health Insurance for Addiction Rehab

Private health insurance in Wyoming is very widespread and therefore widely accepted in the state's treatment facilities. In the state, 96.5 percent of facilities accept some form of private health insurance. Before using this form of payment, however, patients should find a facility that is covered by their insurance plan and determine from their insurance company what copays, deductibles, covered treatments, and other details affect their plan.

Medicaid and Medicare for Addiction Rehab

Individuals who cannot afford private insurance can often get healthcare coverage through the federal Medicare and Medicaid programs. Medicare is designed for individuals who are at least 65 years old, while Medicaid caters to individuals who meet certain low-income requirements. Both Medicare and Medicaid cover drug rehab in full. In Wyoming, 68.4 percent of facilities accept Medicare, while 86 percent accept Medicaid.

Uninsured Addiction Rehab

In 2018, 12.7 percent of people in Wyoming were uninsured. The rehab facilities in the state, however, provide payment options for these patients in the following two ways:

Sliding Scale Payments

In Wyoming, 87.7 percent of facilities lower their fees for patients who have lower incomes. This approach is called sliding scale fees and it can widen the number of people who have the financial ability to receive addiction treatment.

Free drug rehab

There are no facilities in Wyoming that offer free treatment for any patient. However, 77.2 percent of facilities provide free or minimal charge rehab specifically for patients who cannot otherwise pay for their recoveries.

Wyoming has some of the broadest payment options for financially needy patients. As a result, patients should consult with addiction counselors with the confidence that they can find affordable treatment that helps them on the path toward recovery from their addiction.

Wyoming Drug Treatment Overview

There are many advantages to drug rehab in Wyoming, as well as a few cons which patients should be aware of. Here is a look at some of the most important:

Pros

64.9 percent of rehab facilities in Wyoming are private, nonprofit organizations, which often allow for more treatment options for financially needy individuals.

Facilities in the state are not using all of their available beds. In hospital settings, only about half of beds are being used. As a result, patients are more likely to be able to quickly access the treatment they need.

24.6 percent of facilities in the state offer residential detox, which can make it easier for patients to confront, and move through, withdrawal successfully.

Payment options for low-income individuals are robust. Rates of acceptance of Medicare and Medicaid, as well as the percentage of facilities that offer free or minimal charge treatment are almost 100 percent, and are some of the highest in the nation.

Cons

Detox rates in both outpatient and hospital-based programs are relatively low: 5.3 percent and 8.8 percent respectively.

At 66.7 percent of facilities, the rate of 12-step facilitation in Wyoming is significantly below the national average.

Wyoming 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 National Institute on Drug Abuse:

• 40 opioid-related overdose deaths occurred in Wyoming in 2018.
• 28 of those deaths involved prescription opioids.

From the SAMHSA:

• 5,283 individuals over the age of 12 were admitted for substance abuse treatment in Wyoming in 2019.
• 26.2 percent of these admissions were for amphetamines.
• 4.6 percent of these admissions were for heroin.
• 7.7 percent of these admissions were for other opiates.