Frequently asked questions
Rehab in Tennessee: common questions
How long does rehab usually last?
Plan on 3 to 7 days for detox.
More on how long rehab lasts
A residential stay is often 28 to 30 days. For complex needs, some stays last 60 to 90 days. Outpatient care and IOP (intensive outpatient) take 8 to 12 weeks or longer.
Inpatient rehab: who qualifies?
It is for people whose withdrawal is risky, or who have serious medical or mental health conditions. It also fits people who keep relapsing in outpatient care, or whose home is unsafe. Programs decide this using the ASAM criteria.
How can you cover your bills during rehab?
In Tennessee you may qualify for FMLA job protection (unpaid), short-term disability through an employer plan, SNAP and Families First cash assistance through the Tennessee Department of Human Services, and TennCare if you are in an eligible group. Most programs have a case manager. Ask yours for help.
No insurance: can you still go to rehab?
Yes.
More on rehab without insurance
State-funded providers also treat uninsured Tennesseans who cannot pay. In Tennessee, 149 facilities set their fees by income.
How is detox different from rehab?
Detox gets you through withdrawal safely, over a few days. Rehab comes next. It treats the addiction itself with therapy, medication and support.
Does medication-assisted treatment (MAT) just swap one drug for another?
No. Buprenorphine, methadone and naltrexone are given at steady, prescribed doses. They lower overdose deaths. For opioid use disorder, they are the standard of care.
Where to begin?
Still choosing a program? Contact any listed program yourself, or call the referral line below.
This paid referral line is answered by a partner, not a listed program.