50 verified providers across California · sourced from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov · refreshed monthly · Last reviewed: June 2026 · Data refreshed from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov
Looking for drug and alcohol rehab in California? Senova lists 50 verified SAMHSA-listed substance use treatment providers drawn directly from SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov national directory. Information is refreshed monthly.
About drug and alcohol rehab in California
Substance use treatment ranges from short-term outpatient counseling to long-term residential rehab and medication-assisted treatment. The right level of care depends on the substance, severity, mental-health co-occurrence, and home support.
Services typically offered
- Outpatient counseling
- Intensive outpatient programs (IOP)
- Partial hospitalization (PHP)
- Residential / inpatient rehab
- Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone)
- 12-step facilitation and group therapy
Insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid coverage
Most providers accept some combination of Medicaid, Medicare (limited), private insurance, sliding-scale self-pay, and state-funded coverage for those without insurance. Federal parity laws require most plans to cover addiction treatment at the same level as physical health care.
Medi-Cal covers drug and alcohol rehab through the Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) waiver program. To qualify, residents typically need to meet the financial threshold (about 138% FPL ($1,732/month for an individual in 2026)) and have a documented care need that would otherwise require nursing-facility-level care. Applications go through California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), which is also the licensing authority for these providers.
California Medicaid & eligibility deep dive
Eligibility for Medi-Cal
To qualify for drug and alcohol rehab under Medi-Cal, applicants generally need to meet two criteria: financial eligibility and a documented care need. Financial eligibility is based on income — typically 138% FPL ($1,732/month for an individual in 2026) — and on countable assets, usually capped around $2,000 for an individual (with separate rules for spouses). The care-need test typically requires a level-of-care assessment showing the applicant would need nursing-facility-level care without home- and community-based support.
The Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) waiver program
California's primary vehicle for drug and alcohol rehab coverage is the Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) waiver. Covered services typically include outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, residential treatment for qualifying conditions, medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorder, and crisis intervention. Some programs require pre-authorization through a managed-care organization.
How to apply
- Complete the Medicaid application through California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) (www.dhcs.ca.gov/), by phone, in person at a local office, or through healthcare.gov.
- Provide income documentation (pay stubs, tax returns, Social Security benefit letters), bank statements, and proof of citizenship or legal residency.
- Once enrolled in Medicaid, request a long-term services and supports (LTSS) assessment to determine eligibility for the Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) waiver.
- If approved, you can choose any participating drug and alcohol rehab provider — the ones listed below all accept Medicaid where they have contracts.
Application timelines vary: Medicaid itself can be approved in 30–45 days for most applicants, while waiver enrollment may take 60–180 days due to assessments and waitlists. Some California regions have shorter waitlists than others — typically urban metros move faster than rural counties.
California drug and alcohol rehab by the numbers
- 50 verified SAMHSA-listed substance use treatment providers across California.
- Sourced from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov (the federal substance use & mental health directory), refreshed monthly.
- Medi-Cal is California's primary public payer for drug and alcohol rehab.
- Average wait time to start care varies — urban metros generally start within 7–14 days; rural counties may take 30+ days.
How much does drug and alcohol rehab cost in California?
| Payer | Coverage | Out-of-pocket |
|---|
| Medicare | Limited — outpatient mental health visits covered with copay; substance-use treatment partially covered | 20% coinsurance after Part B deductible |
| Medi-Cal | Yes — through Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) waiver for qualifying low-income residents | $0 for most enrollees; small copays in some states |
| Private insurance | Most plans cover drug and alcohol rehab subject to network rules and prior auth | Deductible + 10–30% coinsurance typical |
| Private pay | Outpatient: $50–$200/session. IOP: $3,000–$10,000. Residential: $5,000–$30,000+ for 30 days | Full cost |
| Long-term care insurance | Generally not — designed for chronic-care services | Per policy |
Costs are 2026 estimates. Verify with the specific provider before scheduling.
How to choose a drug and alcohol rehab provider
When you compare drug and alcohol rehab providers, focus on five things: (1) certification status (Medicare- or Medicaid-certified for clinical care; SAMHSA-listed for behavioral health), (2) services offered relative to the specific need, (3) which insurance plans and Medicaid waivers they accept, (4) how quickly they can start, (5) patient and family reviews where available. Reputable providers explain coverage, costs, and care plans up front; high-pressure sales tactics are a red flag.
Before signing a care agreement, ask for the answers to these questions in writing: which services are billed to Medicare/Medicaid versus billed to you out of pocket; who is the primary care coordinator; how the agency handles after-hours calls and emergencies; the typical response time for new requests; and two or three references from current patients or families. Providers who refuse to share references are a yellow flag — keep looking.
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What you'll find on this page
This page covers every drug and alcohol rehab provider with a verified address in California. For a tighter view, check the city pages for specific California cities below. Click any provider's name below to view their full profile — address, phone, services, ownership, certification details, and how to contact them. Senova never charges patients or families for these listings, and providers cannot pay to appear higher on this page.
About this data
Senova is a free, independent directory of care providers. We do not run any of the agencies listed below — we surface them from authoritative federal data so you can find them faster. Our data source is SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov. If you spot outdated or incorrect information, the source dataset is publicly auditable and refreshed by the federal government on a monthly basis. To request a correction directly, contact SAMHSA at 1-877-SAMHSA-7 or the provider directly.
- 12 South Recovery
23712 Birtcher Drive, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
888-830-8374
- 449 Recovery
26010 Acero Suite 100, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
855-449-4490
- 6390 Meadows Court Llc
6428 Meadows Court, Malibu, CA, 90265
310-589-2880
- A Wildwood Recovery
Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360
805-493-5741
- Aaa Treatment Solutions Llc
11811 Darlene Lane, Moorpark, CA, 93021
805-744-9991
- Abc Recovery Center Inc
44359 Palm Street, Indio, CA, 92201
760-342-6616
- Able To Change Recovery Inc
31501 Rancho Viejo Road Suite 101, San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675
949-493-6800
- Absolute Control Transitional
3111 Winona Avenue Suite 201, Burbank, CA, 91504
626-792-8797
- Action Consultants Therapy
1670 Santa Ana Avenue Suites E and F, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
949-645-7484
- Action Family Counseling
22722 Soledad Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA, 91350
800-367-8336
- Action Family Counseling
3801 Buck Owens Boulevard Suite 105, Bakersfield, CA, 93308
800-367-8336
- Addiction Research And Treatment Inc
15229 Amar Road, La Puente, CA, 91744
626-855-5090
- Addiction Research And Treatment Inc
1926 West Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90057
213-353-1140
- Addiction Research And Treatment Inc
433 Turk Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
415-928-7800 x2150
- Addiction Research And Treatment Inc
89 East Mill Avenue, Porterville, CA, 93257
559-853-6222
- Addiction Research And Treatment Inc
1313 Cutting Boulevard, Richmond, CA, 94804
510-232-0874
- Addiction Research And Treatment Inc
1124 International Boulevard, Oakland, CA, 94606
510-533-0800
- Addiction Therapeutic Services
69730 Highway 111 Suite 109, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270
760-322-1777
- Adolescent Counseling Services
1779 Woodside Road Suite 200, Redwood City, CA, 94061
650-424-0852 x104
- Aegis Treatment Center
125 West F Street Suite 101, Ontario, CA, 91762
909-563-7076
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1889 West Redlands Boulevard Building 9, Redlands, CA, 92373
909-501-5167
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1343 West Main Street Suites A and B, Merced, CA, 95340
209-725-1060
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
109 Margaret Lane, Grass Valley, CA, 95945
530-863-8798
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1947 North California Street Suites B and C, Stockton, CA, 95204
209-463-0870
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1111 West Inyokern Road Suite B, Ridgecrest, CA, 93555
760-301-6945
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
955 West Center Street Suites 12-A, B, 14, and 1, Manteca, CA, 95337
209-239-9600
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1450 North Lake Avenue Suite 150, Pasadena, CA, 91104
626-794-1161
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
8626 Lower Sacramento Road Suite 41, Stockton, CA, 95210
209-478-2487
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1235 McHenry Avenue Suites A and B, Modesto, CA, 95350
209-527-4597
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1050 North Garey Avenue, Pomona, CA, 91767
909-623-6391
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
2781 West Ramsey Street Suites 3 and 4, Banning, CA, 92220
951-417-6612
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1018 21st Street, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
661-861-9967
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
541 South Ham Lane Suites A and B, Lodi, CA, 95242
209-224-8940
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
2107 1st Street, Eureka, CA, 95501
786-597-0070
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1147 Hartnell Avenue, Redding, CA, 96002
530-222-7213
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1768 Mitchell Road Suite 301, Ceres, CA, 95307
209-353-4838
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
6390 Runnymeade Drive Suite B, Placerville, CA, 95667
530-291-0712
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
6500 Morro Road Suites C and D, Atascadero, CA, 93422
805-461-5212
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1019 Jefferson Street, Delano, CA, 93215
661-721-0463
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
11041 East Valley Boulevard, El Monte, CA, 91731
626-471-8459
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
501 West Columbus Street, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
661-328-0245
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
3707 East Shields Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93726
559-229-9040
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1839 South El Dorado Street, Stockton, CA, 95206
209-463-0872
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
201 D Street Suite G, Marysville, CA, 95901
530-742-7747
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
582, 584, 586, 588 and 590 Rio Lindo Avenue, Chico, CA, 95926
530-345-3491
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
614 West Manchester Boulevard Suite 104, Inglewood, CA, 90301
310-412-0261
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
1133 Coloma Way Suites B and C, Roseville, CA, 95661
916-774-6647
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
2055 Saviers Road Suites 9-12, Oxnard, CA, 93033
805-483-2253
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
6001 Truxtun Avenue Suites 100 and 110, Bakersfield, CA, 93309
661-218-2108
- Aegis Treatment Centers Llc
11776 Mariposa Road Suites 102, 103 and 104, Hesperia, CA, 92345
760-956-2462
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does drug and alcohol rehab cost in California?
Cost varies dramatically based on level of care. Outpatient counseling can be $50–$200 per session with insurance; intensive outpatient runs $3,000–$10,000 for a typical course; residential treatment ranges from $5,000 to $30,000+ for 30 days. Medi-Cal covers drug and alcohol rehab for qualifying residents, and most providers below accept sliding-scale or state-funded coverage for the uninsured.
Does Medicaid cover drug and alcohol rehab in California?
Yes. Medi-Cal covers drug and alcohol rehab through Home and Community-Based Alternatives (HCBA) waiver. Eligibility is based on financial need (typically 138% FPL ($1,732/month for an individual in 2026)) and a documented care need that would otherwise require nursing-facility-level care. Apply through California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) or use the federal portal at healthcare.gov.
How do I choose the right drug and alcohol rehab provider?
Compare providers on five things: (1) certification status — Medicare/Medicaid certified or, for behavioral health, SAMHSA-listed; (2) services offered relative to your specific needs; (3) which insurance plans and Medicaid waivers they accept; (4) how quickly they can start care; (5) patient and family reviews where available. Reputable agencies provide written care plans, clear cost breakdowns, and answer questions without high-pressure sales tactics.
What's the difference between inpatient and outpatient rehab?
Inpatient (residential) rehab: the patient lives at the facility for 28–90+ days, with 24-hour clinical supervision. Best for severe addiction, multiple relapses, unsafe home environment, or co-occurring mental health needs. Outpatient: the patient lives at home and attends treatment 1–5 days per week. Levels include standard outpatient (1–2 hrs/week), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP, 9–20 hrs/week), and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP, 20+ hrs/week). The right level depends on substance, severity, and home support.
Are these providers verified?
Yes. Every facility on this page is listed in the federal SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov national directory and refreshed monthly. SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) is the U.S. government agency responsible for behavioral health services. Inclusion in their directory means the facility has reported its services and contact info to the federal government.
Does Senova charge for using this directory?
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What's the difference between Medicare and Medicaid for drug and alcohol rehab?
Medicare is the federal health insurance for people 65+ and certain younger adults with disabilities — it covers drug and alcohol rehab when criteria are met (homebound status, physician order, skilled need). Medicaid is the joint federal-state program for low-income Americans — it covers drug and alcohol rehab more broadly through state HCBS waivers. Many people qualify for both ("dual-eligible") and use them together to maximize coverage.
What if I'm in a mental-health or substance-use crisis right now?
Don't wait for a directory listing — call or text 988 immediately for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, confidential, 24/7), or call SAMHSA's helpline at 1-800-662-4357 for substance use treatment referrals. If there's immediate danger to yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. The providers below are for ongoing treatment after the immediate crisis is stabilized.
How often is the data on this page updated?
Senova refreshes the underlying federal datasets on the 1st of every month. SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov publishes updates approximately quarterly, and we sync within 24 hours of their release. Provider information that changes more often (phone numbers, addresses, accepted insurance) is only as current as the federal source — call the provider directly to confirm critical details before scheduling care.