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.
- Akua Behavioral Health
Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
949-777-2283
- Akua Behavioral Health
326 and 328 University Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
949-777-2283
- Akua Behavioral Health Inc
20271 SE Birch Street Suite 200, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
949-777-2283
- Akua Behavioral Health Inc
20271 SW Birch Street Suite 200, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
949-777-2283
- Akua Behavioral Health Inc
Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
949-777-2283
- Alcohol/Drug Care Services Inc
2413 2nd Street, Eureka, CA, 95501
707-269-9590
- Alcoholism Center For Women
1147 South Alvarado Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90006
213-381-8500
- Alexian Health Clinic (ahc)
- - -, San Jose, CA, 95116
408-272-6577
- Alhambra Valley Retreat Llc
Martinez, CA, 94553
209-222-8339
- Align Recovery Centers
Sonoma, CA, 95476
707-343-4357
- All In Solutions California
3010 East Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA, 93065
805-316-7050
- All In Solutions Detox
1856 Deodora Street, Simi Valley, CA, 93065
855-762-3796
- Alpha Recovery Center
7316 West Avenue Suite D-8, Lancaster, CA, 93536
661-934-2190
- Alpine County
40 Diamond Valley Road, Markleeville, CA, 96120
530-694-1816
- Alpine Recovery Center
375 East Line Street, Bishop, CA, 93514
760-873-4357
- Alt Recovery Group 2 Llc
20946 Devonshire Street Suite 100, Chatsworth, CA, 91311
818-626-8053
- Alta Centers Inc
6100 Rodgerton Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90068
888-202-2583
- Alta Mira Recovery Center Llc
125 Bulkley Avenue, Sausalito, CA, 94965
877-798-2377
- Altadena Recovery Center
3025 Lincoln Avenue, Altadena, CA, 91001
626-765-6905
- Altus Rehab
18084 Rancho Street, Encino, CA, 91316
888-959-8894
- Alvarado Parkway Institute
7050 Parkway Drive, La Mesa, CA, 91942
619-465-4411
- Am/Pm Culver City Budget Dui School
3961 Sepulveda Boulevard Suite 207, Culver City, CA, 90230
310-837-1818
- Am/Pm Vannuys Driver Safety Dui School
6315 Van Nuys Boulevard Suite A-3, Van Nuys, CA, 91401
818-787-7878
- Am/Pm West La Convenient Driver Safety
12304 Santa Monica Boulevard Suite 104, Los Angeles, CA, 90025
310-479-8353
- Amaad Institute
10221 Compton Avenue Suite 105, Los Angeles, CA, 90002
323-569-1610
- Amata Llc
222 West 6th Street, Corona, CA, 92882
888-682-6282
- American Addiction Treatment Servs
1496-1498 North Beale Road, Marysville, CA, 95901
530-749-8640
- American Health Services Llc
717 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice, CA, 90291
310-399-9883 x2201
- American Health Services Llc
6265 Sepulveda Boulevard Suite 9, Van Nuys, CA, 91411
818-779-0555 x2301
- Amity Foundation
3745 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90007
877-301-0785
- Anaheim Lighthouse
1320 West Pearl Street, Anaheim, CA, 92801
888-453-5651
- Another Choice Another Chance
7000 Franklin Boulevard Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95823
916-388-9418
- Archway Recovery Services Inc
Fairfield, CA, 94533
707-435-9807
- Asana Recovery
1730 Pomona Avenue Suite 3, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
949-438-4504
- Asian American Drug Abuse Program
5318 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90043
323-293-6291
- Asian American Drug Abuse Program
13931 Van Ness Avenue, Gardena, CA, 90249
323-298-4932
- Asian American Drug Abuse Program
520 North La Brea Avenue, Inglewood, CA, 90302
323-294-4932
- Aspire Counseling Services Llc
9830 Brimhall Road Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA, 93312
888-585-7373
- Aspire Counseling Services Llc
7498 North Remington Avenue Suite 102, Fresno, CA, 93711
888-585-7373
- Aspire Counseling Services Llc
12571 Hesperia Road, Victorville, CA, 92395
888-585-7373
- Associated Rehab Program For Women Inc
8400 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Carmichael, CA, 95608
916-944-3920
- Associated Rehab Program For Women Inc
6350 Appian Way, Carmichael, CA, 95608
916-966-5102
- Aton Center
Encinitas, CA, 92024
858-759-5017
- Aurora Charter Oak Hospital
1161 East Covina Boulevard, Covina, CA, 91724
626-966-1632
- Aurora Las Encinas Hospital
2900 East Del Mar Boulevard, Pasadena, CA, 91107
626-795-9901
- Awareness Program
45926 Oasis Street, Indio, CA, 92201
760-342-1233
- Baart Behavioral Health Services Inc
539 North Van Ness Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93728
559-266-9581
- Baart Behavioral Health Services Inc
3103 East Cartwright Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93725
559-498-7100 x2552
- Baart Behavioral Health Services Inc
310 Harris Avenue Suite A, Sacramento, CA, 95838
916-649-6793
- Baart Programs
1235 E Street, Fresno, CA, 93706
214-379-3300
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.