Although many people think that Medicare and Medicaid are the same thing, they are in fact two different programs and only cover certain people and conditions. While Medicaid policies on drug rehabilitation coverage differ from state to state, the federally governed Medicare system does offer some financial assistance for those wanting to attend drug rehab.
Medicaid is a state-governed system specifically for low-income people in vulnerable categories, including pregnant women, children under 19 years of age, older people aged 65+, blind and disabled people, and people in need of nursing home care. Medicaid policies on financial assistance for this group of people differ from state to state, so it is best to consult your local office for more information if you fall into any of the above categories.
On the other hand, Medicare is a federal-wide health care assistance programme for:
People aged 65+
People with kidney failure or long term kidney disease
Disabled people who cannot work.
Medicare can be applied for through your local Social Security Service. The difference between the two services is clearly explained at the US Government’s official Medicare website.
In most cases, Medicare will cover the cost of hospitalization due to drug-related emergencies such as an overdose, for example, as well as contribute up to half of the costs of attending a substance abuse rehabilitation center or program.
However, there are certain conditions and limitations to treatment, which include choosing a Medicare-participating provider facility, getting a letter from your doctor confirming that the rehab is medically necessary and allowing your doctor to plan and oversee your treatment plan.
For more information, you can visit:
www.medicareinteractive.org/page2.php?topic=counselor&pa
Medicaid is a state-governed system specifically for low-income people in vulnerable categories, including pregnant women, children under 19 years of age, older people aged 65+, blind and disabled people, and people in need of nursing home care. Medicaid policies on financial assistance for this group of people differ from state to state, so it is best to consult your local office for more information if you fall into any of the above categories.
On the other hand, Medicare is a federal-wide health care assistance programme for:
People aged 65+
People with kidney failure or long term kidney disease
Disabled people who cannot work.
Medicare can be applied for through your local Social Security Service. The difference between the two services is clearly explained at the US Government’s official Medicare website.
In most cases, Medicare will cover the cost of hospitalization due to drug-related emergencies such as an overdose, for example, as well as contribute up to half of the costs of attending a substance abuse rehabilitation center or program.
However, there are certain conditions and limitations to treatment, which include choosing a Medicare-participating provider facility, getting a letter from your doctor confirming that the rehab is medically necessary and allowing your doctor to plan and oversee your treatment plan.
For more information, you can visit:
www.medicareinteractive.org/page2.php?topic=counselor&pa