Answer: BridgeSpan Health Company covers a wide range of evidence-based alcohol and drug abuse treatments.
These treatments include inpatient and outpatient programs, medication-assisted treatment, support groups, sober living, and more.
If you have any questions about what your insurance policy will and will not cover, you can contact your insurance agent or a representative for support at RehabNet.com.
Medical Detox
BridgeSpan Health will cover at least part of the cost of medical detoxification with most of its plans. Medical detox is an important first step in recovering from substance abuse.
Generally, upon entering an addiction treatment program, patients will undergo a medically supervised detoxification. During this time, doctors and other medical staff will closely monitor vitals such as heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
BridgeSpan Health plans will cover medication-assisted treatment (MAT) at least partially in order to assist in your recovery.
Medication-assisted treatment helps ease the side effects and the intensity of the feelings of withdrawal. It is one of the most successful methods of helping people free themselves from addiction.
Common MAT medications may be at least partially covered by BridgeSpan Health:
- Vivitrol (naltrexone)
- Methadone
- Suboxone (buprenorphine)
If you need to know if your insurance covers a specific MAT medication, you can find more covered medications in your insurance policy. Keep in mind that you may need prior authorization for coverage of MAT medications.
Inpatient Rehab
BridgeSpan Health will cover inpatient treatment for substance abuse, mental and behavioral health treatment, and treatment for dual diagnoses.
Inpatient rehab, also known as residential treatment, is essential for people who are in need of more intense and frequent care. Inpatient treatment is generally the next step after completing a medical detoxification process.
Inpatient treatment comes with both long-term and short-term options, both of which include frequent monitoring by a medical professional and therapy, both in a group and one-on-one.
For more information about your insurance coverage for inpatient treatment, reach out to one of our representatives.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
BridgeSpan Health covers dual diagnosis treatment as long as the provider is in-network. Most BridgeSpan Health insurance policies do not cover out-of-network providers.
Dual diagnosis treatment is an important part of the rehabilitation process. Many people are battling more than the substance abuse they seek treatment for, which was likely an attempt at self-medicating. Mental health problems can be the root cause of many types of addiction.
Dual diagnosis programs treat both mental health and substance use disorders at the same time. This can significantly increase the likelihood of successfully living a sober life.
Outpatient Treatment Programs
BridgeSpan Health will cover outpatient treatment services as long as the outpatient program provides a diagnosis and treats substance use disorders.
Outpatient programs are ideal for people who have successfully completed an inpatient or medical detox program.
Outpatient services are designed as a step-down method, which means each level comes with a decrease in treatment intensity.
Levels can include partial hospitalization programs (PHP), intensive outpatient programs, and general outpatient programs such as support groups. Payment for outpatient treatment is usually made through a copay each time you go for treatment.
BridgeSpan Health insurance copays for outpatient rehab programs are as follows:
- BridgeSpan Standard Bronze Plan has a $50 copay for outpatient substance abuse treatment.
- BridgeSpan Standard Silver Plan has a $40 copay for outpatient substance abuse treatment.
- BridgeSpan Standard Gold Plan has a $20 copay for outpatient substance abuse treatment.
Counseling & Behavioral Therapy
BridgeSpan Health plans cover counseling and behavioral therapy, including inpatient and outpatient treatment programs. The amount of coverage will vary depending on the plan you are signed up for.
Counseling and behavioral therapy can play important roles in getting to and maintaining sobriety. Recovery can be long-lasting when the underlying issues that led to addiction have been treated.
Some of the most commonly used forms of therapy include:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Family therapy
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
Continuing Care
BridgeSpan Health Insurance provides at least partial coverage for many continuing care programs, also known as aftercare programs.
Many people who have successfully completed detoxification, inpatient, and outpatient treatment programs may not feel strong enough to re-enter their old lives. Sober living is a program that supports those graduating from inpatient and outpatient treatment.
These programs help people adapt to their new lives without drugs and alcohol. Contact your insurance agent to find out which sober living programs BridgeSpan Health covers.