FOX 5 Investigates: Teen Prescription Drug AbuseWASHINGTON - It's an epidemic that's getting kids hooked and the consequences could be lethal. The number of teens using and abusing prescription drugs has exploded. They are passing out pills at parties and sharing with friends. Experts say the cocktail of drugs and alcohol is a deadly game. Two-thirds of teens who abuse prescription drugs get … [Read more...]
How Insurance Pays For Addiction
May 2, 2015 By 35 Comments
As part of the Affordable Care Act drug rehab will be required beginning in 2014 as part of essential benefits. This should help increase benefits for those who don’t have coverage and for those who are “under-covered.”Even when you have coverage, you still need to pay close attention to what that coverage is and how the insurer will manage your case. Whether you have Blue Cross and Blue … [Read more...]
