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Best Rehabs In-Network or Accepting UnitedHealthcare
Boston, Massachusetts

To help minimize your out-of-pocket costs, we rank rehabs fully in-network with UnitedHealthcare at the top of this list, followed by secondary options that accept UHC out-of-network. Because coverage varies significantly across HMO, PPO, and Choice plans, you must verify your exact policy details directly with the treatment center. Note: UHC sometimes uses their partner company Optum to handle mental health and substance use benefits. If you see Optum on your member portal or insurance card, that is why.
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  • (290)
    $$$
    Trust Score: A
    Luxury addiction and mental health treatment in a nature-focused residential setting on a 70-acre retreat-like wooded campus. Adults with substance use and mental health conditions receive individualized care, which includes evidence-based therapies, wellness activities, 24/7 nursing support, and active family involvement. Treatment highlights community connections and alumni involvement. Clients can receive a full continuum of care connected under the same organization. This can involve detox coordination, residential treatment, a partial hospital program (PHP), an intensive outpatient program (IOP), standard outpatient services, aftercare planning, and support for ongoing recovery. This facility accepts private insurance and self pay options.
    • Available Services Luxury Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted Out of Network
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
    • Luxury
    • Accepting Clients
  • (267)
    Trust Score: A
    75 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493 855-585-1842
    Set in a quiet, wooded area about 15 miles west of Boston, Massachusetts, Charles River Recovery provides a full continuum of care for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. On-site detox is available and medications for addiction treatment (MAT) can be prescribed on-site when needed. The program features 12-step meetings, peer support, and aftercare planning. Specialized recovery tracks are offered for veterans and active duty military, as well as union workers.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Hospitalization Outpatient Telemedicine Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • (5)
    $
    Trust Score: A
    59 South Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 508-845-6176 x2052
    Set on a 22-acre wooded campus in Shrewsbury, Veterans Inc – Independence Hall offers day treatment, inpatient, and outpatient care for adults with substance use disorders, with specialized support for veterans. The center combines evidence-based therapy with medications for addiction treatment, primary care, relapse prevention, and practical skill-building. Its nature-based environment, featuring gardens, walking paths, and quiet outdoor spaces, helps create a grounded, focused setting for recovery.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    Trust Score: A
    386 Stanley Street, Fall River, MA 02720 508-324-7763
    SSTAR - Alcoholism/Drug Detox Program is located in Fall River, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Adult men, Adult women, Mental health disorders and Pregnant/postpartum. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Hospitalization Telemedicine Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • (184)
    $$$
    Trust Score: A
    Luxury substance use and co-occurring mental health treatment with dedicated recovery tracks for professionals, veterans, first responders, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The center offers a full continuum of care, including withdrawal management (detox), residential, and outpatient programs. Clients stay in private rooms and enjoy meals prepared by a private chef. Trauma-informed therapy is complemented by yoga, mindfulness, and amenities including an onsite salon and movie theater. Staff abide by an open-door policy, so clients can come and talk to their therapist or medical provider whenever they need. This facility accepts private insurance.
    • Available Services Luxury Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Seniors (Ages 65+) Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Outpatient Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted Out of Network
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Luxury
    • Accepting Clients
  • Trust Score: A
    83 Baldpate Road, Georgetown, MA 01833 978-352-2131 x139
    Baldpate - Acute Treatment Services is located in Georgetown, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Adult men, Adult women, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $$
    Trust Score: A
    83 Baldpate Road, Georgetown, MA 01833 978-352-2131 x139
    Baldpate - CSS is located in Georgetown, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Adult men, Court referrals, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Veterans, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • Trust Score: A
    58 Grove Avenue, Leominster, MA 01453 978-883-6333
    Set in a quiet home in suburban Leominster, Grove Recovery Center offers comprehensive addiction treatment with 24/7 clinical monitoring, trauma-informed therapy, and medications for addiction treatment (MAT). The setting is residential and community-oriented, with shared living spaces, outdoor areas, and coffee and tea available. Discharge planning, recovery coaching, and transportation and employment assistance help clients stay connected to care after treatment.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • (394)
    $$$
    Trust Score: A
    Residential substance use and mental health care with detox and dedicated programs for veterans, first responders, and union members. Specialized pathways are also offered for LGBTQIA+ clients, young adults, and couples. Bedrock Recovery Center provides separate residential tracks for substance use and mental health. Clients receive care from master’s-level clinicians and 24/7 medical and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Both 12-step and SMART Recovery groups are held so clients can find what works best for them. Along with daily groups and weekly one-on-one therapy, clients can go horseback riding once a week. This facility accepts private insurance and self-pay. A sliding fee scale, flexible payment plans, and financial assistance options are available.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Seniors (Ages 65+) Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted Out of Network
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
    • Accepting Clients
  • 386 Stanley Street, Fall River, MA 02720 508-324-7763
    SSTAR – Short Term Inpatient Rehabilitation offers 24-hour, medically monitored withdrawal management (detox) for substances, and short-term inpatient care for adults. The program provides a clear entry point into care through voluntary admission and rapid access, with onsite medical oversight and counseling. As part of the nonprofit SSTAR network, the facility focuses on safe stabilization and coordinated transitions into ongoing treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health needs.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Telemedicine Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • 58 Grove Avenue, Leominster, MA 01453 978-883-6432
    White Lotus Landing LLC - DBA Grove Recovery Center is located in Leominster, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Service members, Adult women, Court referrals, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    45 Dimock Street, Roxbury, MA 02119 617-442-8800 x1289
    Dimock Center - Outpatient Addiction and Recovery is located in Roxbury, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Pain management, Seniors and Young adults. They provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Telemedicine
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • (252)
    $$
    Trust Score: A
    Upscale residential detox (withdrawal management) and short-term treatment with 24/7 medical supervision, with co-occurring mental health care in a comfortable setting. Clients have access to a wide range of medications for addiction treatment (MAT), including options for opioid and alcohol use, with GeneSight testing to help guide medication choices. The program features an amenity-rich environment, including chef-prepared meals, fitness and recreation spaces, and specialized support for veterans and first responders. Transportation assistance is available across New England.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Seniors (Ages 65+) Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted Out of Network
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
    • Accepting Clients
  • 49 Robinwood Avenue, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 617-522-4400
    Arbour Hospital - Dual Diagnosis Treatment is located in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Mental health disorders. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Youth (Ages 12-17)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Hospitalization Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    1153 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 617-983-7474
    Brigham and Womens Faulkner Hospital is located in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Mental health disorders. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Hospitalization Outpatient Telemedicine Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • 300 South Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 617-676-3443
    Bournewood Health Systems/Co Occurring - MH and SU Partial Hosp Prog is located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Mental health disorders. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Hospitalization Outpatient
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • AdCare - Rhode Island

    North Kingstown, RI

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    $
    Trust Score: A
    Residential treatment with dedicated tracks for veterans, first responders, and LGBTQIA+ clients, plus a 90-day promise if you relapse after completing the program. Medical withdrawal management (detox) is offered as a first step. Clients participate in five to seven hours of group therapy each day, meet one-on-one with counselors, and are introduced to 12-Step recovery principles. Evidence-based approaches are combined with expressive art and music therapy. Staff can arrange transportation for clients who live within three hours of the facility so they don’t have to worry about how to get to treatment. AdCare Rhode Island accepts private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, state-funded insurance, and self-pay.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Seniors (Ages 65+) Adults (Ages 26-64)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Inpatient Outpatient Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
    • Accepting Clients
  • 736 Cambridge Street, Brighton, MA 02135 617-789-3000 x2574
    Boston Medical Center/Brighton - BMC BCAP is located in Brighton, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Service members, Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Pain management and Seniors. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Hospitalization Outpatient Telemedicine Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $$
    600 Cordwainer Drive, Unit 101, Norwell, MA 02061 239-290-7297
    New England Medical Group LLC is located in Norwell, Massachusetts. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They do not provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Telemedicine
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 2Accreditation(s)
  • 132 Turnpike Road, Suite 200, Southborough, MA 01772 888-311-0911
    Northstar Recovery Center is located in Southborough, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Adult women, Past trauma and Mental health disorders. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Telemedicine
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 2Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    585 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605 508-854-3320
    Spectrum Health Systems Inc - Outpatient Services is located in Worcester, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Service members, Adult men, Adult women, Court referrals, Military families, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, HIV/AIDS, Pregnant/postpartum, Veterans, Pain management and Seniors. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Detox For Opioids
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Telemedicine Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
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    1183 Main St, Worcester, MA 01603 888-891-9808
    Residential and outpatient substance use and mental health care with detox, substance-specific recovery, and gender-specific groups. During outpatient programs, optional sober living accommodations are provided in a historic building. Evidence-based therapy and 12-step work are paired with holistic and experiential methods like chiropractic care, yoga, massage therapy, painting, poetry, music, and outdoor group activities. Clients also participate in life skills education such as cooking classes and budgeting. Program graduates can become part of a lifelong alumni community. Washburn House accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
  • 386 Stanley Street, Fall River, MA 02720 508-679-5222
    SSTAR - Substance Use Disorder Outpatient is located in Fall River, Massachusetts. They offer special programs for Court referrals, Past domestic violence, Past sexual abuse, Past trauma, Mental health disorders, Pregnant/postpartum and Young adults. They do not provide payment assistance. They do not provide a sliding fee scale. They provide medication-based treatments.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder Mental health treatment
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Outpatient Telemedicine
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted In Network
    • 1Accreditation(s)
    • Medication
  • $
    Trust Score: A+
    115 Mill Street, Mail Stop 222, Belmont, MA 02478 617-855-2781
    If you’re looking for hospital-based detox with access to additional addiction medicine services, this hospital provides medical stabilization along with expanded treatment options. Services may include withdrawal management, addiction medicine consultation, and psychiatric support. Care is short-term at the hospital level, with pathways into residential or outpatient treatment for ongoing support. Acute inpatient treatment, 24/7 wraparound residential care, and outpatient services are all available within the broader hospital system, and clients can transition between levels of care as appropriate.
    • Available Services Transitional services Recovery support services Treats alcohol use disorder Treats opioid use disorder
    • Detox For Opioids Alcohol Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamines
    • Ages Adults (Ages 26-64) Young Adults (Ages 18-25)
    • Gender Female Male
    • Treatment Setting Hospitalization Outpatient Telemedicine Detox
    • UnitedHealthcare Plans Accepted Out of Network
    • 3Accreditation(s)
    • Medication

Counselors and therapists can help you identify factors that underly your substance use, to avoid triggers, to strengthen your motivation, and to navigate treatment options. They can also team with certified professionals to administer medication-assisted treatment. More on counseling.

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  • Connects individuals with treatment referrals, as well as prevention and harm reduction resources.
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  • Services include individual and group counseling, peer-to-peer recovery coaching and navigation, court diversion and pre-trial intervention support, as well as specialized treatment for gambling disorders.
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  • Bay Cove Treatment Center provides 7 days/week outpatient treatment for people with opioid use disorders.
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Support groups provide a space for getting social support, a sense of empowerment, and motivation from people who have faced — or are facing — similar challenges and circumstances. More on support groups.

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  • Provides a comprehensive list of local AA meetings in Boston and surrounding areas. Offers a searchable database of meetings by day, time, and location, as well as information on virtual meetings.
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  •  Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a Fellowship for anyone seeking to stop using drugs, including alcohol. The New England Region NA provides a comprehensive list of local NA meeting times and locations.
     
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  • Peer-run, community support group for trans and non-binary adults with weekly meetings organized locally.
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  • Independent local nonprofit running a community providing non-clinical, peer support for recovery.
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  • LifeRing Secular Recovery Boston is a sobriety support organization that believes individuals have the power to overcome addiction by embracing a philosophy of sobriety, secularity, and self-help. It offers in-person and online meetings, as well as one-on-one support and recovery communities.
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  • Get involved with local non-profits working to change perceptions, policies, and laws to improve the lives of those in the recovery community. Many of these organizations also provide peer recovery support services.
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  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a Fellowship for anyone seeking to stop using drugs, including alcohol. NA uses a twelve-step approach focused on spiritual and personal growth steps for lasting sobriety. 
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  • Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) is a Fellowship aimed at helping alcoholics achieve sobriety through the twelve-step approach to recovery. Shared experiences and a structured, spiritual approach are central to A.A. 
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  • SMART Recovery is a secular recovery community that uses mutual support and focuses on self-empowerment to help participants gain independence from triggering behaviors.  
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  • The Oxford House is a shared drug and alcohol-free residence for those in recovery from substance use disorder. 

How to Choose a Rehab in Boston If You Have UnitedHealthcare

Finding the right treatment can be overwhelming, but your UnitedHealthcare (UHC) insurance can make it easier to choose care. Most UHC plans cover life-saving addiction services.

Note: UHC sometimes uses their partner company Optum to handle mental health and substance use benefits. If you see Optum on your member portal or insurance card, that is why.

What does your specific UHC plan cover for addiction treatment?

Most UHC plans cover addiction treatment, but benefits vary widely. Knowing the type of plan you have will help you narrow your search for the right type of care. Coverage can come through an employer, the ACA marketplace, Medicare Advantage, or Medicaid and most UHC plans use one of the network types below. Network types determine which providers you can use and if you need a referral for specific services.

Plan Type Out-of-Network Coverage Is A Referral Required? What Does This Mean for How to Choose Care?
PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) Yes but generally at a higher cost No Offers a lot of flexibility to choose programs outside your area but out-of-network care usually costs more.
HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) No (except for emergencies) Yes You must choose an in-network provider and out-of-network is probably not covered at all.
EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) No (except for emergencies) No Treatment is only covered if it is in-network and you usually don’t need a referral.
POS (Point of Service) Yes but generally at a higher cost Yes Combines components of HMO and PPO plans. You might need a referral for out-of-network care.

What does UHC cover for rehab?

UHC will review your specific care needs and your plan to make insurance coverage decisions like they would for other medical needs, such as a heart condition or diabetes. Because of federal parity law, coverage for addiction treatment cannot be more restrictive than coverage for other medical needs. Coverage through UHC varies by the type of plan you have and the state you reside in. Two people with UHC may have very different benefits, even for the same treatment program.

The following aspects of coverage usually vary by plan: 

  • Deductibles, copays, and coinsurance
  • Prior authorization needs
  • How long treatment is approved for
  • Differences in coverage for levels of care
  • Out-of-pocket maximums that put a cap on how much you pay

It is also important to determine how your UHC plan would apply to the facilities you are interested in. If you reach out, a majority of rehabs will verify benefits for you for no cost and they can tell you whether the program is in network, what your potential costs could be, and if there are any limitations on length of stay for treatment.

Learn more about UnitedHealthcare coverage, costs, and best practices for choosing the right rehab while minimizing out of pocket costs.

 

Compare accredited rehab centers in Boston. Browse a wide range of drug and alcohol treatment options, including inpatient centers, outpatient centers, detox centers, methadone clinics, support groups, and counseling options.

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How we research treatment facilities

This page brings together facility research completed by the Start Your Recovery research team. Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

  • Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.
  • Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.
  • Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.
  • Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

How we rank our results

The most important factor in our ranking algorithm is the Trust Score. We also consider a facility’s proximity to you, availability status, and profile completeness when determining sort order. When certain filters are selected—or on pages specifically tailored to certain needs—we also heavily weigh a facility’s relevance to your stated needs. Some availability information comes from facilities with which we have a direct relationship, including paid relationships, but payment never affects a facility’s Trust Score. Learn more about how we rank our results.

Why trust Start Your Recovery

Since 2016, Start Your Recovery has worked closely with leading experts in treatment and public health to help more than 3 million people connect to care. We began as a pro-bono public health project and became an independent LLC in 2021. We are not owned or operated by any treatment facility and we have never raised outside capital. Learn more about us.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.

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