Find Treatment Centers in Massachusetts
423 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 1,990 annual opioid deaths.
Quick Answer: Rehab in Massachusetts
Yes — Massachusetts has 423 SAMHSA-verified treatment centers offering detox, inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted programs. Most major insurance plans cover treatment under the Mental Health Parity Act. Medicaid covers treatment in all Massachusetts facilities that accept it.
Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification and same-day placement assistance.
Key Treatment Concepts
The American Society of Addiction Medicine's six-dimension assessment framework used to determine appropriate level of care placement for each patient.
Income-based payment adjustment offered by many Massachusetts facilities. Patients pay based on ability, making treatment accessible regardless of financial situation.
Treatment approaches validated by peer-reviewed research, including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, contingency management, and medication-assisted treatment.
Progressive treatment model starting with the most intensive services (detox, residential) and stepping down through PHP, IOP, outpatient, and aftercare as recovery strengthens.
Quick answer: Massachusetts has 423 verified treatment centers. Medicaid is expanded — many programs are free or low-cost for eligible residents. The overdose rate is 34.6/100k (#21 nationally, above the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Swansea, Cambridge, Worcester. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in Massachusetts
423 facilities found
Insight Recovery
Winchester, MA
Located near Asheville, North Carolina, Insight Recovery provides comprehensive outpatient programs for those struggling with alcohol, opiates, and co-occurring...
New View Wellness
Greenfield, MA
New View Wellness, located in Atlanta, Georgia, provides mental health care serving adults and adolescents ages 12-17. They provide outpatient care through part...
Canyon Ranch Lenox
Lenox, MA
Canyon Ranch in Lenox, Massachusetts, is more than just a wellness resort; it's a comprehensive sanctuary for the mind, body, and spirit. Nestled in the picture...
Burns - Fortes Consulting
New Bedford, MA
In New Bedford, Massachusetts, Burnes - Fortes Consulting offers individual and group counseling sessions for clients with substance use disorders and mental he...
Spectrum Health Systems Westborough
Millbury, MA
Founded in 1969, Spectrum Health Systems is a nonprofit organization providing addiction treatment services to adults in Westborough, Massachusetts. On their 25...
New Haven Residential Treatment
Swansea, MA
Tucked among the nature-filled beauties of Utah, New Haven is a boarding school and a series residential treatment homes for adolescent girls. The institution e...
Gosnold Behavioral Health
Centerville, MA
Gosnold Behavioral Health’s Clinical Stabilization Services (CSS) program provides residential treatment for those suffering from substance use disorders. The p...
Gosnold Treatment Center
Falmouth, MA
Gosnold Treatment Center is a 50-bed detox facility offering medically monitored withdrawal treatment for substance use disorders. Patient stays are typically 4...
New Horizons Medical
Framingham, MA
New Horizons medical offers comprehensive outpatient programs with mental health counseling and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). New Horizons specializes in...
Austen Riggs Center
Stockbridge, MA
Since its founding in 1919, the Austen Riggs Center in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts has been dedicated to helping adults (18+) who are struggling wit...
Monte Nido Miami Residential Treatment
Swansea, MA
Monte Nido's residential treatment center in Miami (formerly known as Oliver-Pyatt Centers) provides individualized care for women struggling with eating disord...
Walden Dedham
Dedham, MA
Walden Center for Recovery is a well-established treatment center that has helped over 25,000 individuals and their families. Their brand-new, cutting-edge faci...
Addiction Treatment in Massachusetts: What You Need to Know
Massachusetts has 423 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 7,001,000. That's approximately 6 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 34.6 per 100,000 is above the national average of 33.1 — ranking #21 nationally. With 1,990 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has expanded Medicaid under the ACA, significantly broadening access to addiction treatment for low-income adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (~$20,783/year for an individual). Covered services typically include medical detox, inpatient/residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). In addition to Medicaid, most private insurance plans — including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana — are required by the Mental Health Parity Act to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with medical care.
The Overdose Crisis in Massachusetts
Massachusetts reports 1,990 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 34.6/100k (above the 33.1 national average by 5%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 8.7% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). Massachusetts has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via standing order in Massachusetts, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Medicaid covers most programs for eligible residents. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in Massachusetts
Treatment facilities in Massachusetts are concentrated in urban areas, with Swansea leading with 36 centers, followed by Cambridge (24) and Worcester (20). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full Massachusetts directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
Check Your Insurance Coverage in Massachusetts
Medicaid expanded — most plans cover treatment. Verify your benefits — free and confidential.
Understanding Treatment Options in Massachusetts
Effective addiction treatment requires at least 90 days in a structured program, according to NIDA research. In Massachusetts, treatment centers offer multiple levels of care along a continuum — from medically supervised detoxification (3-10 days) through residential inpatient programs (30-90 days), partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and standard outpatient counseling.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone reduces opioid overdose deaths by 50% (CDC data). Many Massachusetts facilities now integrate MAT with behavioral therapies including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing for comprehensive dual-diagnosis care.
Treatment centers that match program intensity to individual patient needs achieve the strongest long-term recovery outcomes, according to NIH research. Most insurance plans cover substance abuse treatment under federal parity law. under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial plans and Medicaid must cover substance abuse treatment at parity with medical care.
Sources: NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.), CDC MMWR Vol. 72, NIH National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
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