Group and Pensions Administrators Heroin Detox Coverage
Heroin is an illegal street drug that causes an intense rush followed by extended feelings of euphoria. It is highly addictive and prolonged use can cause users to be unable to experience natural feelings of happiness or any other emotions without heroin’s artificial high. Making the decision to stop using heroin is not easy. The right heroin detox treatment program can help. If you have Group and Pensions Administrators insurance, your plan may cover all or part of the cost for heroin detox treatment.
How Does Group and Pensions Administrators Heroin Detox Coverage Work?
If you or a loved one are ready to stop using heroin, the first step towards sobriety can be one of the most difficult. Heroin withdrawal symptoms can be painful and challenging to manage, especially if you try to quit “cold turkey”. Heroin withdrawal causes nausea, stomach cramps, loss of appetite, tremors, insomnia, confusion, diarrhea and vomiting. While there is no such thing as “painless detox”, medically supervised detox will make the process easier and safer for you or your loved one. Treatment programs that include medically supervised detox provide support during the early detox stage to manage painful and difficult withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal symptom management can make the detox process more successful, helping participants take an important first step toward sobriety. While many inpatient heroin detox programs are 28 days, longer programs lasting 60 days or 90 days are also available. This additional support, including coping mechanisms for heroin cravings and transition assistance, may be beneficial for laying a strong foundation for successful sobriety. Finally, you may also wish to consider whether dual diagnosis treatment is available through the program. Dual diagnosis will address both heroin addiction and other co-occurring mental health concerns, such as depression, which can interact with drug use.
Group and Pensions Administrators (GPA) offers health insurance coverage for Americans across the United States. This coverage includes substance abuse treatment programs for medically supervised heroin detox. Depending on the type of insurance coverage, a co-payment, coinsurance or deductible may be due in conjunction with the treatment. A medical referral may be necessary to receive your substance abuse treatment insurance benefits. Additionally, coverage amounts may vary depending on the length of the program.
If you or a loved one are seeking treatment for heroin abuse, it is natural to feel a bit overwhelmed by the different treatment programs, especially when comparing insurance benefits between programs. A trained advisor can answer questions you may have about the different programs and help you better understand your treatment options.
To learn more about Group and Pensions Administrators heroin detox coverage benefits, contact a trained program advisor today.