All insurance plans are different – some will only cover in-network providers and some will cover anywhere you choose. Finding a detox and rehab program that takes your insurance should not be overwhelming. The Solution Based Treatment admissions team helps set you up with a program that your insurance approves. There are four main types of insurance coverage: HMO, PPO, POS, and EPO.
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
Preferred provider or PPO insurance plans cover out of network treatment providers, but at a higher cost than within their established network. PPO plans are usually more expensive than other insurance policies because they offer flexibility, but it could save your life when it comes to being able to choose any detox and addiction treatment center in the country.
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)
A health maintenance organization or HMO plan covers healthcare services from the pre-approved network of providers. Out of network care is only covered if it’s an emergency room visit. HMOs also traditionally require that the covered person lives and/or works in the HMO’s service area to be covered.
Detox and rehab treatment centers outside your local community are less likely to accept HMO insurance plans. However, we suggest you check with your HMO provider to see if they can approve out-of-state treatment under the umbrella of emergency detox due to overdose or the risk of critical relapse.
Point of Service (POS)
Point of service (POS) plans combine different features of HMO and PPO insurance policies. You have the option to choose your primary care provider and establish a network of providers, but can also choose to get treatment out of that network without it being an emergency. This means if you prefer a provider out of network you can visit them without special circumstances or an emergency. In POS insurance plans, you usually have to receive a referral from your primary provider to an out of network clinician to get the costs covered by your insurance plan
Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO)
In exclusive provider organization policies or EPOs, you are only covered when you see in-network providers. However, you do not need to establish a primary care provider that you always see. Likewise, you do not typically need a referral to see a specialist like detox and rehab programs. This makes the approval process easier when entering treatment. For EPO insurance plans, emergency care outside of the network is always covered.
Understand Your Coverage
The admissions team at Solutions Based Treatment is available 24/7 to answer any questions you have when it comes to detox and addiction treatment and insurance plan coverage for treatment. Getting addiction help can be an overwhelming time for yourself and loved ones. We work directly with representatives from your insurance provider to ensure a clear line of communication. If you are looking for information on your insurance plan benefits, we answer all of the frequently asked questions here. As always, we are readily available to sit down and have a conversation with you over the phone as well.
About Solution Based Treatment
Solution Based Treatment is a national leader in detox and rehab programs. We offer inpatient medical detox, substance rehab, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization programs, faith-based recovery, and sober living options. We maintain a 2:1 client to staff ratio to offer the best support possible to our patients within upscale living environments. At Solution Based Treatment, we support better living for brighter futures, all starting with our detox and rehab services. For more information visit our website at solutionbasedtreatment.com or give us a call at (833) 999-1941.