How to Find Detox in Utah

Drug addiction can take a tragic toll across the United States, and Utah is no exception. In a study from the Centers for Disease Control, Utah ranked 7th in the country for drug poisoning deaths between 2013 and 2015.[1]

If you’re seeking help, look no further than American Addiction Centers. We’re dedicated to providing quality, compassionate, and innovative care to adults struggling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders, in Utah and across the country.[2]

Whether you’re seeking treatment for yourself or a loved one in Utah, this page offers guidance regarding rehabilitation and addiction treatment. You’ll find convenient information about addiction treatment, detox treatment, and withdrawal treatment services in the state.

Types of Rehab Available in Utah

Addictions to alcohol or drugs may require people to undergo different types of treatment based on the nature and severity of their condition. Addressing the problem frequently begins with detox and withdrawal treatment, then continues with inpatient care, and often can involve outpatient care as well.

Detoxification treatment or “detox” is the process of facilitating the safe clearance of drugs or alcohol from a person’s body. This process commonly lasts anywhere from a few days to weeks and is often one of the first steps in the recovery process.

After a person has used addictive substances for an extended period of time, the period of withdrawal and detoxification (or “detox”) can lead to uncomfortable and even dangerous side effects. Common withdrawal symptoms include headaches, fatigue, nausea, muscle aches, and shaking. In more serious cases, people may experience delirium tremens (DTs), which can last from 2-3 days to a week and sometimes lead to stroke or heart attack.[3]

The more serious cases of withdrawal symptoms can lead to seizures and, in the most extreme cases, death if allowed to go untreated. Consequently, detox and withdrawal treatment prioritizes safe physical stabilization under medical supervision before encouraging patients to move onto a long-term addiction therapy program. When seeking treatment for the first time, you may want to consider beginning with detox as opposed to inpatient and outpatient treatment.

Inpatient and outpatient treatment offer two popular forms of therapy that can help guide an individual to recovery. Inpatient treatment is generally the first step after detox and can last between 1 and 3 months. Its goal is to provide 24-7 medical stabilization. As an intensive treatment, inpatient settings require the patient to live on-site and adhere to the programming of the service provider, which may include one-on-one therapy, group sessions and other therapies.

Outpatient treatment focuses on continuation of care, helping people maintain the healthier habits and coping mechanisms they have developed in higher levels of care, with the ultimate goal of reintegrating individuals back to their normal lives. Rather than living in a residential setting, the person returns to their normal routines while setting aside time for group and individual therapy sessions throughout the week. Outpatient treatment can be the best recourse for people who may not be able to temporarily suspend work obligations or family responsibilities.

As shown in the table below, Utah has more than 250 facilities that offer the different types of treatment.

Type of Care, by number and percent
	Facilities
	No.	%
Outpatient	212	78.81%
Regular	202	75.09%
Intensive	144	53.53%
Day Treatment/Partial Hospitalization	68	25.28%
Detoxification	29	10.78%
Methadone/buprenorphine maintenance or naltrexone treatment	72	26.77%
Residential (non-hospital)	82	30.48%
Short Term	58	21.56%
Long Term	78	29.00%
Detoxification	30	11.15%
Hospital Inpatient	9	3.35%
Treatment	7	2.60%
Detoxification	7	2.60%
Total	269	100.00%

Paying for Addiction Treatment in Utah

Addiction treatment spending in the United States is projected to reach $42 billion in 2020.[4] While that number is a mere fraction of the $600 billion annually that substance abuse typically costs the nation, it indicates how paying for treatment can be a challenge for some individuals in Utah and the rest of the country.[5]

Treatment costs, especially for detox and inpatient programs, can include care from medical professionals, room and board, staff supervision and medications.

Often the most immediate concern for people interested in attending rehab or detox is resolving how they will pay for their chosen treatment. Consider the following factors when choosing a provider to ensure that the facility will suit your needs. First, decide whether or not you will attend a state-funded facility or a privately owned one. Then determine how to pay for treatment.

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Private Rehab & State-Funded Rehab in Utah

Federal or state-funded and private addiction treatment facilities have several key differences.

Private programs are typically attended by individuals who have personal financial means or employer-based health insurance that will cover its costs. These programs generally have higher quality amenities, can have a higher ratio of staff to patients, and are less likely to have the limitations that government or state-funded programs might. They might also offer a greater variety of types of therapies.

Government and state-funded programs may be more accessible to those who do not have private insurance of personal funds to cover private treatment. However, they also tend to accept patients on an as-needed basis as they may not have the capacity for new patients at a given time. This means that those with the most severe addictions usually receive treatment first, while others may be placed on a waitlist.[6]

The following table breaks down the number of treatment facilities in Utah by whether they are private non-profit, private for-profit, locally-funded or federally-funded.

Facility Operation, by number and percent
	Facilities
	No.	%
Private Non-Profit	60	22.30%
Private for Profit	177	65.80%
Local, county, or community government	25	9.29%
State government	2	0.74%
Federal Government	3	1.12%
Tribal Government	2	0.74%
Total	269	100.00%

Ways to Pay for Rehab in Utah

The amount of money spent on drug rehabilitation via private insurance has remained mostly stable in recent years, although the share of total alcohol and other drug treatment expenditures in the country has declined since 1986. At that time, private insurance contributed nearly 30 percent to the treatment of alcohol and other drugs.[7] While the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has mandated that all plans cover substance use disorder treatment, not everyone is able to afford an ACA plan through the Marketplace.[8] In 2019 Utah expanded access to Medicaid, creating more opportunities for paying for treatment.[9]

Roughly 11.8 percent of the Utah population were uninsured as of 2018.[10] Seeking treatment without health insurance can be disheartening, but should not stop people from attempting to find the help they need.

The table below breaks down the typical payment methods used and shows how many facilities in Utah accept each payment type to help you know your options.

Facility Payment Options, by Number and percent
	No.	%
Cash or self-payment	259	96.28%
Private Health Insurance	233	86.62%
Medicare	90	33.46%
Medicaid	121	44.98%
State-financed Health insurance	106	39.41%
Federal military insurance	129	47.96%
No payment accepted (free treatment for all clients)	3	1.12%
IHS/Tribal/Union (ITU) funds	47	17.47%
Other payments	10	3.72%
Sliding fee scale	133	49.44%
Treatment at no charge or minimal payment for clients who can’t pay	72	26.77%
Total	269	100.00%

The table above shows that 233 of the 269 total treatment facilities in Utah accept private insurance, while 259 accept cash or self-payment as well. At least 106 of the 269 accept state-financed health insurance and 129 accept federal military insurance plans. A lack of a private insurance plan could limit your options, but don’t let that stop you from seeking the help you need, as there are multiple treatment facilities that offer assistance.

Treatment Center Accreditations in Utah

After determining the level of care you need and the provider that best fits for your payment method, you may want to study the accreditation of the treatment facilities under your consideration. Accreditation means that a facility has gone through a series of evaluations that reveal its standards of quality in client care, based on factors such as patient satisfaction, long-term effectiveness of treatment and more.

Accreditations are an important part of selecting the right treatment provider. The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) accredits operators worldwide at the request of health and human service providers. The Council on Accreditation (COA), the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP) and the Joint Commission Accreditation for Addiction Treatment Providers (often referred to simply as the Joint Commission) also provide accreditation to treatment centers and other service providers.[11]

The table below breaks down the typical accreditations along with the number of facilities who hold each type:

Facility Licensing, Certification, or Accreditation, by number and percent
	No.	%
Any listed agency/organization	253	94.05%
State substance abuse agency	203	75.46%
State mental health department	160	59.48%
State department of health	159	59.11%
Hospital licensing authority	7	2.60%
The Joint Commission	86	31.97%
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)	18	6.69%
National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)	3	1.12%
Council on Accreditation (COA)	2	0.74%
Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP)	2	0.74%
Other national organization or federal, state or local agency	16	5.95%
Total	269	100.00%

 

No matter the type of treatment you need or how you plan to pay for it, many reputable providers with accreditations serve the state of Utah.

Finding Detox or Rehab Near Me in Utah

A 2013 report from Trust For America’s Health found that only 1 in 10 people with a substance abuse disorder receive treatment in the United States.[12] Nevertheless, help is available if you seek it out. If you’re looking for withdrawal treatment in Utah, consider one of our treatment centers. American Addiction Centers is dedicated to providing detox and all forms of treatment across the country.

We operate on a research-based treatment model that treats not just the addiction but the whole person. That includes addressing any co-occurring mental disorders which may play a role in your addiction. We operate a free and confidential helpline, where our team members can help you get the information you need to start you on the road to recovery. We can be reached at If you need help, don’t delay.

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