Using Anthem Rehab Coverage at Changes
Get Anthem Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs in Phoenix
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Anthem rehab coverage is part of the Blue Cross Blue Shield family offers comprehensive insurance, and creates access to thousands of healthcare providers across Arizona. This comprehensive BCBS insurance allows members to utilize behavioral health programs, including inpatient and outpatient treatment.
Changes Healing Center works with many insurance companies, including Anthem BCBS. Our admissions team has helped hundreds of Anthem healthcare members reduce out-of-pocket expenses for detox services and substance use treatment at our JCAHO-accredited facility.
We encourage you to keep reading if you’re considering substance abuse rehab or mental health care for yourself or a loved one.
BCBS Anthem Covers Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment
Do you or a dependent on your health insurance have a drug or alcohol addiction? Most insurance companies, at least those now listed on the healthcare.gov website, have recognized substance use disorders and other mental health conditions as critical needs.
That change was the result of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010, which deemed addiction services and mental health treatment a necessity.
Before then, health insurance companies often denied substance abuse treatment by calling it a pre-existing condition, often blocking people from getting care to help them with depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions besides addiction treatment.
They’d also often refuse to acknowledge the medical necessity of professional mental health care, including treating substance use disorders. They viewed substance use as a “choice” instead of a disease, despite its inclusion as a mental health diagnosis in the DSM-5.
Thankfully, the ACA fixed these issues by mandating care for mental illnesses. Non-compliance means that insurance companies are prohibited from listing their services on the national Health Insurance Marketplace.
What Substance Abuse Treatment Services Are Covered by Anthem Blue Cross?
With the 2010 reforms to health insurance, providers of mental health care finally gained recognition for the important role they play in helping Americans get access to an affordable insurance plan.
Here are some of the services covered by the Anthem plan when a drug abuse treatment specialist deems it necessary for an effective care plan:
Outpatient Services or Inpatient Treatment Centers
Depending on how long the client has struggled with a drug or alcohol addiction and its severity, Anthem Insurance covers the appropriate level of care at participating alcohol and drug addiction treatment centers. Coverage applies to both residential treatment (inpatient care) and outpatient treatment, including partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs).
If you are unsure which level you need, call our admissions team to get help! We can do a phone assessment and help you decide between inpatient and outpatient rehab.
Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counseling and Therapies
Evidence-based drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers provide clients with supportive therapeutic services, including:
- Behavioral therapies
- Psychotherapy
- Medication management
- Medical detox services
- Peer support groups
- Dual diagnosis treatment (co-occurring disorders)
- Family counseling and therapy
- Integration with physical health services
- Aftercare services to learn to avoid relapse
You will receive a customized, whole-person treatment program when you entrust your drug and alcohol needs to our healthcare providers.
Anthem Insurance Covers Many Needs
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield is the first-choice insurance provider for approximately 1.6 million Arizonans.
- Group coverage, both HMO and PPO options to meet the needs of Arizona employers and working families. What’s the difference between the two? Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) have lower premiums and require members to select a primary care provider to coordinate all care. Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) offer more flexibility in choosing in-network and out-of-network providers with slightly higher monthly premiums.
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare supplements plan, and Medicare Advantage plans to help retirees gain additional benefits.
- Medicaid plans through BCBS are a top coverage offering for low-income people and family members enrolled in the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS).
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield dental coverage can also be added, covering preventive care (teeth cleanings and x-rays) and major procedures (crowns, root canals).
Each Anthem insurance plan gives members the confidence to deal with their physical and mental health concerns without fear or costs.
Shania Chose Changes for an Inpatient Rehab Program
‘Shania’ learned about Changes Healing Center while exploring treatment options. Her four-year spiral into meth addiction had left her feeling defeated and depressed. Her family and the elders of her community admonished her for the drug abuse, but their nagging was not helpful or motivating. She hated looking in the mirror, as her once beautiful skin was scabbed and once bright white teeth rotting.
She decided to contact Anthem Insurance to find a list of in-network providers and learned about Changes. This attempt at drug and alcohol rehab would not be her first one. Shania had tried an intensive outpatient program in her hometown in Northern Arizona once before but quit the addiction treatment center within a few days.
Using Anthem AHCCCS at Changes Healing Center
When she called Changes and discussed her AHCCCS/Anthem insurance coverage details with the insurance coordinator, Shania was relieved to learn this rehab center had successfully helped people with similar conditions to her meth use. Even better, the helpful person at Changes called Blue Cross Blue Shield, explaining how intensive outpatient treatment had previously been insufficient for Shania’s needs. With a few specific details Shania had provided, Changes convinced the insurance provider to cover inpatient substance abuse treatment.
The residential treatment program gave Shania a sense of structure and safety. The rooms were comfortable, and the counselors were patient and kind. Shania learned her meth use was a trauma response. She’d grown up in conditions of poverty where she had witnessed much violence – two of her friends were missing women who had seemingly been forgotten. Therapists helped her confront her trauma and helped her live with it while concurrently ending her reliance on methamphetamine.
Shania went home a changed woman. She’s completed her GED and is enrolled in a community college. She aspires to become an early childhood educator, where she can be a role model for young children in her community.
Insurance Coverage for Drug and Alcohol Rehab Treatment
The last thing most people seeking addiction treatment want to deal with is understanding the fine print of their Blue Cross Blue Shield Anthem insurance plans. The language reads almost like a confusing legal document, leaving people confused about rehab coverage. From understanding which mental health services and rehab services are in-network to what treatment programs are covered, the process can be very triggering.
We invite you to entrust unraveling the fine details of your Anthem insurance to our team. You can get the clarity you need with a 5-minute call to our friendly admissions team. All you need to do is provide us with your contact information and insurance plan details, including your Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield group and policy numbers.
We’ll direct the process from there. We will take the time to call to learn exactly what Anthem covers under your particular insurance plan and call you back with all the insurance coverage details. You’ll know if we are in-network and have your drug or alcohol rehab program pre-approved. You’ll be able to enter the addiction treatment/rehab center knowing what costs are covered.
What if Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Doesn’t Cover Drug Costs Completely?
We do some very heavy lifting to maximize your insurance coverage and ensure they’ll cover drug and alcohol addiction treatment. However, group health plans sometimes have some limitations and only cover a certain percentage of the treatment. In these cases, people find various ways to pay for any uncovered costs:
- Applying funds from Healthcare Savings Accounts or Flexible Spending Accounts
- Taking out loans with a reasonable repayment plan
- Borrowing funds from supportive family members
With some creative thinking and the correct information, most people can close any gaps in Anthem BCBS rehab coverage and attend their treatment program.
Finding Changes Healing Center
Changes is a conveniently located addiction treatment center in Phoenix. Drive times to our treatment facility are:
- 5 hours from Las Vegas (or a quick 1-hour flight)
- 3 hours from Winslow, AZ
- 3 hours from Tombstone, AZ
- 5 hours from Tucson
- 5 hours from Flagstaff
- 5 hours from Sedona
- Minutes from suburban Phoenix communities like Avondale, Chandler, Gilbert, Goodyear, and many others.
Our central AZ location makes us an accessible addiction treatment option for most Arizonans.
Anthem Can Cover Rehab at Changes: Get Help Today
Connect with Changes today if you are ready to get help with your substance abuse or other mental health issues. We’ll speak with you to learn more about your needs and make recommendations to help you find the right care.
For example, our staff can help you decide between partial hospitalization or inpatient treatment based on both the nature of your addiction and your insurance plan.
Your call to us is confidential – you’ll receive expert reassurance and accurate information to help you start your recovery journey with confidence.
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