Medicare covers inpatient rehabilitation if medically necessary, including therapy, a semiprivate room, meals, breastfeeding and medications, if your doctor certifies the need. Medicare covers certain screening tests, services and programs that help treat and recover from mental health and substance use disorders. Medicare covers the treatment of alcoholism and substance use disorder in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including opioid treatment programs. Learn about eligibility, covered services and how costs vary depending on the type of care you receive.
No, Medicare doesn't cover residential treatment programs for substance use disorders. Treatment for mental health and substance abuse disorders can be inpatient, outpatient, or residential, depending on the patient's circumstances and needs, 7.
