Dr. Lea McMahon LPC, EdD
113 Free Addiction Recovery Support Meetings in Chicago
Recovery support meetings are not required for treatment at Symetria, but help reduce feelings of isolation that are common in addiction and provide an outlet to get practical advice from people who understand the struggle. Researchers in 2020 looked at 27 studies on the effectiveness of support groups and found improved rates of sobriety, more <a href="https://www.symetriarecovery.com/resources/blog/free-support-meetings-in-chicago-for-substance-abuse/" class="more-link">...<span class="screen-reader-text"> 113 Free Addiction Recovery Support Meetings in Chicago</span></a>
United Healthcare Addiction Treatment Coverage
Around 17% of patients use United Healthcare insurance for their treatment here at Symetria. We are in-network with United Healthcare, work with them every day and know the insurance company well. In This Article Does United Healthcare Cover Substance Abuse Treatment? Yes, most United Healthcare plans provide coverage for drug and alcohol use treatment, including <a href="https://www.symetriarecovery.com/resources/blog/united-healthcare-addiction-treatment-coverage/" class="more-link">...<span class="screen-reader-text"> United Healthcare Addiction Treatment Coverage</span></a>
A Family Guidance Center Alternative That’s Covered By Insurance
Both Family Guidance Centers and Symetria Recovery offer outpatient opioid addiction medications with locations throughout Illinois, but with different costs and experiences.
IOP vs. PHP – what’s the difference?
IOP and PHP are both outpatient options for treating drug or alcohol addiction. While both IOP and PHP are less commitment than inpatient rehab, PHP is more intensive than IOP.
Drugs and Pregnancy: What Happens If Your Baby Tests Positive For Drugs or Alcohol?
Doctors test for drugs while pregnant and screen newborns for drugs and alcohol. Exposures are usually reported. What happens next depends on the mother and the state laws.
IOP vs. Rehab: Which is Best for You?
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) offer similar therapeutic services as inpatient rehab, but patients live at home instead of at the facility.
What is a Suboxone Clinic?
Suboxone clinics are outpatient, used only for opioids and usually covered by insurance.
IOP: What is an IOP Program?
Unlike going away to inpatient rehab, IOP patients live at home. They come to the clinic 3-4 days a week for group and individual therapies.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Substance Abuse – What’s Really Covered?
Yes, Blue Cross Blue Shield policies cover substance abuse treatment, including inpatient and outpatient rehab, as well as anti-craving medications like Suboxone or Vivitrol.
Harm Reduction Definition: What Is Harm Reduction?
Harm Reduction refers to policies, programs and practices that reduce adverse consequences of the misuse of legal and illegal drugs without necessarily reducing drug consumption.