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.
- Mcalister Institute For Trt And Educ
751 Rancheros Drive Suite 5, San Marcos, CA, 92069
760-761-0515
- Mcalister Institute For Trt And Educ
550 Fesler Street Suite G-1, El Cajon, CA, 92020
619-588-5361
- Mcalister Institute For Trt And Educ
7454 Pine Boulevard, Pine Valley, CA, 91962
619-588-5361
- Mcalister Institute For Trt And Educ
3355 Mission Avenue Suites 234, 235, 236, 237 and 239, Oceanside, CA, 92058
760-462-5581
- Meadows Outpatient Center
1309 South Mary Avenue Suite 100, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087
866-356-9801
- Medmark Treatment Centers
11900 South Avalon Boulevard Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA, 90061
323-242-0500 x4774
- Medmark Treatment Centers
1310 M Street, Fresno, CA, 93721
559-264-2700
- Medmark Treatment Centers
1143 Missouri Street, Fairfield, CA, 94533
707-435-9911
- Medmark Treatment Centers
1628 Broadway Street, Vallejo, CA, 94590
707-649-8300
- Medmark Treatment Centers
1105-1111 North El Dorado Street, Stockton, CA, 95202
209-938-0228
- Medmark Treatment Centers
795 Fletcher Lane, Hayward, CA, 94544
214-379-3300
- Medmark Treatment Centers Sacramento
7240 East Southgate Drive Suite G, Sacramento, CA, 95823
916-391-4293 x2294
- Mela Counseling Services Center Inc
5723 Whittier Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90022
323-721-6855
- Mending Bridges Llc
25466 Gloriosa Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
747-274-3437
- Mendocino County
1120 South Dora Street, Ukiah, CA, 95482
707-472-2637
- Mendocino County
790 South Franklin Street Suite B, Fort Bragg, CA, 95437
707-961-2665
- Mens Recovery
P.O. Box 1020, Stockton, CA, 95201
209-468-6857
- Mental Health Systems Inc
4660 Viewridge Avenue Suite 100-A, San Diego, CA, 92123
760-227-1354
- Mental Health Systems Inc
1954 Komet Way, San Diego, CA, 92111
858-573-2600
- Mental Health Systems Inc
2550 West Clinton Avenue Unit 311, Fresno, CA, 93705
559-264-7521 x2
- Mental Health Systems Inc
1100 Sportfisher Drive, Oceanside, CA, 92054
760-439-6702
- Mental Health Systems Inc
10201 Mission Gorge Road Suite O, Santee, CA, 92071
619-383-6868
- Mental Health Systems Inc
2400 South Stage Coach Lane, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
760-744-3672
- Mental Health Systems Inc
Escondido, CA, 92027
760-744-3672
- Mental Health Systems Inc
1401 Hanson Lane, Ramona, CA, 92065
760-744-3672
- Mental Health Systems Inc
13010 Paseo Lucido, San Diego, CA, 92128
760-744-3672
- Mental Health Systems Inc
221 West Crest Street Suite 100, Escondido, CA, 92026
760-744-3672
- Merito House Addiction Treatment Ctr
911 Church Street, Redlands, CA, 92374
909-920-5102
- Mfi Recovery Center
San Jacinto, CA, 92583
951-925-8450 x1699
- Mfi Recovery Center
Banning, CA, 92220
951-922-1725
- Mfi Recovery Center
Murrieta, CA, 92563
951-683-6596 x1399
- Mfi Recovery Center
Riverside, CA, 92508
951-683-6596 x1199
- Mfi Recovery Center
Riverside, CA, 92501
951-683-6596 x1899
- Mfi Recovery Center
Riverside, CA, 92504
951-683-6596
- Mfi Recovery Center
Hemet, CA, 92543
951-654-2026 x1499
- Michaels House
515 North Palm Canyon Drive Building H, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
760-450-9001
- Michaels House
1910 Camino Real, Palm Springs, CA, 92264
760-450-9001
- Midvalley Recovery Facilities Inc
2 9th Street, Marysville, CA, 95901
530-674-4530
- Milestones Ranch Malibu
200 Vera Canyon Road, Malibu, CA, 90265
818-879-9110
- Miracles In Action
9241 Reseda Boulevard Suite 200, Northridge, CA, 91324
818-299-3925
- Mission City Community Network
15206 Parthenia Street, North Hills, CA, 91343
818-895-3100 x399
- Mission Council Family Day Treatment
154 A Capp Street, San Francisco, CA, 94110
415-864-0554
- Mission Council On Alcohol Abuse For
154 A Capp Street, San Francisco, CA, 94110
415-826-6767
- Mission Harbor Behavioral Health
403 East Montecito Street 3rd Floor, Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
310-490-9809
- Momentum For Health
1922 The Alameda Suite 440, San Jose, CA, 95126
408-281-6570
- Monarch Recovery Centers
2020 Hurley Way Suite 145-B, Sacramento, CA, 95825
707-205-5254
- Monterey Bay Recovery And Rehab
9057 Soquel Drive Building A, Suite G, Aptos, CA, 95003
831-661-8853
- Mountain Vista Farm
3020 Warm Springs Road, Glen Ellen, CA, 95442
707-996-6716
- Mpi Treatment Services
3012 Summit Street 5th Floor, Oakland, CA, 94609
510-869-8860
- Muir Wood Adolescent And Family Servs
1733 Skillman Lane, Petaluma, CA, 94952
855-684-7966
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?
No. Senova is free for patients and families. We never charge to view providers, request a callback, or save vendors to your account. We don't sell your contact information. Providers can also list their agency for free; we offer optional paid plans only for premium features like priority placement on relevant searches.
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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.