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Medicare Coverage for Addiction Treatment in NJ

Medicare covers medically necessary detox and a growing set of addiction treatment services. Coverage expanded significantly under the 2020 rule adding Opioid Treatment Programs as a covered benefit.

Updated February 2026 · Member services: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)

Coverage overview

Part A covers inpatient detox and rehab in a hospital setting. Part B covers outpatient services, PHP, IOP, and Opioid Treatment Programs. Medicare Advantage plans must offer at least equivalent benefits.

Plans covered on this page

  • Medicare Part A
  • Medicare Part B
  • Medicare Advantage

This page is educational. Benefits and prior-authorization rules change; always verify with your plan’s member services line above.

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