Medicare - Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs - Newtown, CT.

Medicare is a federal health insurance program that helps pay for health care for people living in the Unites States who are either disabled or 65 and older. For individuals who do have Medicare and require drug or alcohol rehab in Newtown, this program may cover certain treatment programs and treatment services. Medicare comes in different "Parts", with Parts A-D covering different kinds of care.

Part A (Insurance for Hospital Stays) - Medicare Part A covers inpatient addiction rehabilitation, and up to 60 days in rehab without a co-pay but individuals will have to pay a deductible. Medicare only covers a total of 190 days of inpatient care, this applies to the person's lifetime.

Part B (Medical Insurance) ? Medicare Part B pays up to 80% of the costs associated with outpatient drug and alcohol rehab. This includes outpatient services, therapy, treatment for co-occurring disorders such as anxiety disorders or depression and drugs administered by clinics. It also covers professional interventions.

Part C (Medicare-approved Private Insurance) Medicare Part D is an option for individuals who want supplemental health insurance aside from what the other parts of Medicare have to offer. People who have Part C can have more insurance benefits available to them, but out-of-pocket costs and coverage is different and may be more expensive.

Part D (Prescription Insurance) Medicare Part D pays for substance abuse related medications. Including medications needed for withdrawal symptoms during detoxification and medications required for maintenance therapy such as buprenorphine or methadone.

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