The admissions process for most addiction treatment centers is very easy. Much of the process can take place over the phone, but you need to be prepared to answer questions about your medical treatment so far, the doctors you have seen, and how entering and exiting a treatment center work.

In this Rehabilitation Guide we will discuss what process you need to go through to be admitted to an addiction treatment center.

Call the Addiction Treatment Center of your Choice

If you don’t know of a good center, your doctor will be able to advise you. If you want to learn more about an addiction center before seeking admission, contact them with your questions. Once you have selected the center you would like to enter, call them and ask for admissions.

Work with an Intake Counselor

All addiction recovery centers have intake counselors to help with the process. They will ask you about your reasons for wanting to enter the program. As part of the interview, they will also take your health insurance information.

An intake counselor will check with your health insurance provider to determine what level of coverage you have. Once that has been established, the addiction counselor will let you know how much of the cost of addiction treatment you will be responsible for, if any. Payment options will be discussed as well.

The intake counselor can even help you arrange travel to the center if you plan to fly. Many will meet you at the airport and accompany you to the center. The counselor will answer any questions you have about the amount of clothing you should bring, what other items you’ll need, and so forth.

Arriving and Entering an Addiction Treatment Center

Upon arrival, you will meet with the intake counselor and be introduced to other staff. A physical evaluation might be conducted and you may be asked a series of questions designed to help the staff customize a treatment program that will help you achieve the recovery you desire. It is usually during this part of the process that you really understand that recovery is a real possibility. Skilled, compassionate professionals are available to help you get started in your recovery.

Regardless of the type of treatment you need; alcohol addiction treatment, drug addiction treatment – whether illegal or prescription drugs, the key is to be committed to your treatment and get yourself healthy for the rest of your life.