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Best Rehabs Accepting Medicare

Yes, Medicare covers treatment for addiction and mental health. Our independent research team compiled information on treatment centers across Long Island that accept Medicare. Find the best rehab aligned with your needs by filtering by location, services, and approach.

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Professional addiction treatment for insurance verification and healthcare consultation - compassionate care and evidence-based recovery programs in New York
Published: November 25, 2025
Last Edited: February 17, 2026
10 min read
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Written by

Benjamin Zohar, NCACIP

Nationally Certified Advanced Addiction Intervention Professional

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Edited by

Ezra Zohar, M.S. Ed.

Editorial Director

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Medically Reviewed by

Brandon McNally, RN

Medical Reviewer, ICU Critical Care Nurse

Published: November 25, 2025
Last edited: February 17, 2026
10 min read

Verify Your Benefits

Call Medicare directly to verify your addiction treatment benefits:

1-800-633-4227

Or call us for free verification assistance

Call 631-SOBERME

Insurance Resources

Visit the official Medicare website for plan details and member resources:

Visit Medicare Website

Covered Treatment Services

Medicare (Parts A & B) typically covers the following addiction treatment services at Long Island facilities:

Part A: Inpatient Hospital Detoxification
Part A: Inpatient Residential Rehabilitation
Part B: Outpatient Treatment Programs (IOP/PHP)
Part B: Physician Visits & Psychiatric Evaluations
Part B: Individual & Group Therapy
Part B: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Part D: MAT Prescription Coverage (Suboxone, Brixadi, Vivitrol)
Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP) — bundled Part B benefit
Family Counseling (when medically necessary)
Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
Dual Diagnosis / Co-Occurring Mental Health Treatment
Annual Wellness Visit — Substance Use Screening

Coverage varies by specific plan. Always verify your benefits before starting treatment. Our team can help with free insurance verification.

Where Medicare is Accepted

Medicare (Parts A & B) is accepted at treatment facilities in:

Nassau County
Suffolk County
Medicare-Certified Facilities
Hospital-Based Programs
Licensed Outpatient Clinics

How Medicare Covers Addiction Treatment

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and New York State insurance regulations, Medicare (Parts A & B) is required to cover substance use disorder treatment at the same level as other medical conditions. This means your Medicare plan cannot impose stricter limitations on addiction treatment than on physical health services.

Coverage typically begins with a pre-authorization or utilization review process. When you call our helpline at 631-762-3763, we handle this process for you at no cost — verifying your specific plan benefits, confirming in-network providers, and determining your out-of-pocket costs before you commit to treatment.

What to Expect During Verification

  1. We collect your Medicare member ID and group number
  2. Our team contacts Medicare directly to verify active coverage
  3. We confirm which levels of care are covered (detox, inpatient, IOP, outpatient)
  4. We identify your deductible, copay, and out-of-pocket maximum
  5. We match you with in-network Long Island treatment providers

Levels of Care Typically Covered

Most Medicare plans cover the full continuum of addiction treatment care, though specific benefits vary by plan type (HMO, PPO, EPO). Medical necessity determines the appropriate level of care, starting with the least restrictive setting that can safely address your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Need Help Understanding Your Medicare Benefits?

Our certified peer advocates provide free insurance verification and can help you find Medicare in-network facilities.

Recovery Support Network

Long Island Rehab Helpline & Crisis Intervention connects families with trusted clinical resources across New York.

Our network includes: Intervention NY, Every1 Center, HVATC, and Long Island Addiction Treatment Resources