Substance Use
Addiction and substance use can be difficult to overcome, but you are not alone. CareFirst makes it easy to get the care and support you need for yourself or for someone you care about.
Our team of trained, licensed clinicians will help you find the appropriate level of substance use treatment (in-network) within 48 hours of your call. The team will also schedule the appointment and provide follow up for six months.
Help is here. Recovery is possible.
How we can help:
- We assist members ages 13 and up.
- Our licensed clinicians listen without judgement.
- The care you receive is 100% private.
- We share resources to help you overcome the hurdles keeping you from getting help.
- Language services are available.
- Getting treatment is swift—appointments are typically available within 48 hours.
- We follow you on your recovery journey.
- If you hit a rough patch, we support you through it.
Worried about affording treatment?
You may qualify for a cost-waiver.1 During your call, our team will check your eligibility status.2
Learn more about the Intensive Outpatient Programs that participate in our cost-share waiver program.
1Eligibility: You must be 13 years of age or older. You must be enrolled in a CareFirst Commercial Health Plan to support scheduling with in-network providers. Members with a health savings account (HSA) plan or a high deductible health plan (HDHP) are eligible for the cost-share waiver once they have met the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) minimum deductible for an HSA plan. Program eligibility may be based on benefits provided through a member’s employer. Members enrolled in the Individual <65 ACA Young Adult Catastrophic Plan are not eligible for the cost-share waiver.
2Note to Providers: Login to the Provider Portal at carefirst.com/providerlogin or contact Provider Services to check the patient’s eligibility status. Facilities requesting preauthorization for inpatient level of care can contact 1-866-PRE-AUTH.
