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Who oversees treatment
The Department of Behavioral Health is the District's single state agency for substance use disorder services and sets the certification standards for treatment, prevention and recovery support providers. It inspects, monitors and certifies substance use treatment providers in the District.
Prescription monitoring
The District of Columbia Prescription Drug Monitoring Program is run by DC Health. It is a database that tracks controlled prescription drugs to help identify and reduce diversion while keeping legitimate medical use available.
Public coverage for treatment
DC Medicaid, run by the Department of Health Care Finance, covers substance use disorder services including withdrawal management, counseling and medication-assisted treatment, with rehabilitative services delivered through providers certified by the Department of Behavioral Health.
How the state treats gabapentin
The District of Columbia treats gabapentin as a covered substance for its prescription drug monitoring program, so dispensers must report every gabapentin dispensation to the DC PDMP.
Sources
Featured stimulant treatment programs in District of Columbia
Clean and Sober Streets
Inpatient / residentialStimulant programDual diagnosisSamaritan Inns Inc – Clark Inn
Inpatient / residentialStimulant programDual diagnosisSamaritan Inns – Intensive Treatment Program
Inpatient / residentialStimulant programDual diagnosisSamaritan Inns – Mens Transitional/Treatment
Inpatient / residentialStimulant programDual diagnosisSamaritan Inns Inc – Huff House
Inpatient / residentialStimulant programDual diagnosisVeterans Affairs Medical Center – Substance Abuse Recovery Program
Inpatient / residentialStimulant programDual diagnosisMedical detoxRAP Residential SUD Treatment
Inpatient / residentialStimulant programCircles of Hope Psychotherapy and – Addictions Services
Stimulant programHillcrest Children and Family Center
Stimulant programLife Enhancement Services
Stimulant programDual diagnosisWhat to know about prescription stimulants
Prescription stimulants include amphetamines such as Adderall, Vyvanse and Dexedrine, and methylphenidate products such as Ritalin and Concerta. They are Schedule II controlled substances. Taken as prescribed they help many people with ADHD; misused, they can lead to dependence, sleep problems, anxiety and heart strain.
Treatment for stimulant addiction centers on behavioral approaches, with contingency management having some of the strongest evidence. Learn how stimulant addiction is treated.
Therapies that work for stimulant addiction
Contingency management gives small rewards for drug-free urine tests and has strong evidence for stimulant use disorder. The Matrix Model combines individual and group therapy, family education and relapse prevention in a structured outpatient schedule. Community reinforcement helps rebuild work, relationships and activities that compete with drug use.
The programs on this page report one or more of these approaches. Confirm the details with each program near District of Columbia.
Stimulant Rehab by city in District of Columbia
Paying for treatment
Most private health insurance plans cover addiction treatment, including detox, residential care and outpatient programs, though what is covered depends on your plan and whether the program is in network. Many programs also offer sliding-scale fees or take self-pay. Ask about prior authorization before you go, and see our insurance guides.
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