Based on statistics from the 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), the prohibitive cost of rehab is the main reason drug dependents do not receive treatment. This includes those addicted to codeine, which is an opiate drug with effects similar to morphine and heroin.

If you happen to be struggling with a codeine addiction, but you think you can’t afford rehab, this guide is for you. Read on to get an idea how much you need to spend for codeine rehab, as well as reasons for the costs.

How much does codeine rehab cost?

Generally, these are what you can expect for the cost for any kind of drug rehab:

• Outpatient treatment: $3,000 – $10,000 for 90 days
• Inpatient (residential) treatment: $5,000 – $20,000 for 30 days
• Luxury rehab centers: $30,000 – $100,000 for 30 days

Why is rehab expensive?

The cost of codeine rehab is best described as a range. They can have a total price between $3,000 to $100,000. The actual cost depends on your specific needs and whether or not you have health insurance. Generally, if you have a health insurance policy, you will not have to shell out a lot of money for treatment.

When you’re in inpatient treatment, you can focus all your time and effort on recovery. But with it comes a higher price. Inpatient rehab generally costs twice (or more) the price of outpatient treatment.

Outpatient treatment, on the other hand, lets you live at home and continue working. You only need to go to the rehab center during scheduled therapy sessions. Outpatient treatment usually is less expensive, but the treatment takes longer. Also, you will not be isolated from your drug triggers.

Generally, outpatient rehab is adequate if you have a mild case of addiction. It costs less, but it still contributes a lot to your recovery. But if your case is more severe, you will need inpatient rehab.

How long does codeine rehab last?

Inpatient programs generally start with 30 days, but it can run up to 60, 90, even 180 days depending on how severe your addiction is. For 30-day programs, which are known as short-term rehab, therapies are more intensive as there is less time to complete everything.

If you enroll in outpatient rehab, each step may be performed in different facilities. The first step is medically-assisted detox, which often takes 1-2 weeks. The goal of detox is to eliminate all codeine from your body and help you manage any symptoms of withdrawal.

Once rehab is done, behavioral therapies can begin. After 30 to 180 days, the formal treatment program is over, but many recovering addicts prefer to continue attending therapy for several years.

Longer stays in a rehab program will jack up the cost. However, longer programs often produce better results later on.

What factors influence the cost of rehab?

Staff

Centers that employ licensed doctors and nurses tend to cost more than those who employ counselors only. Facilities with personnel qualified to treat co-occurring mental health conditions are also more expensive.

Medications

You may need medications to ease withdrawal symptoms during detox. Here are some common medications used in codeine rehab and their costs:

• Methadone helps with detox by reducing the intensity of withdrawal from codeine. It also helps you crave codeine less, and it’s often used as a maintenance medication after formal rehab is over. Methadone treatment can cost $2,600 to $5,200 annually.
• Buprenorphine is also helpful in treating withdrawal symptoms during detox, and it’s also prescribed as a maintenance medication. You can expect to spend $4,000 to $5,000 per year if you have to take it daily.

Amenities

You can usually find extra amenities in inpatient rehab centers. Some even offer luxury amenities that further drive the cost up. Between luxury and basic rehabs, the price difference is worlds apart. Basic ones cost about $5,000 a month, but luxury facilities can be up to $100,000 a month.

Here are a few examples of such amenities:

• Gym
• Gourmet Dining
• Spa
• Massage therapy
• Private rooms
• Recreational facilities
• Meditation and yoga classes

Location

Rehab centers in cities with high costs of living are often more expensive. Facilities in smaller towns or rural areas cost much less.

Will it cost more if I don’t go through rehab?

Say you decide to not get treatment. You may not have to shell out thousands of dollars, but the hidden costs of addiction are a lot higher. According to some estimates, drug addiction costs the US government $600 billion each year.

Here are the costs of addiction that will easily rack up even if you don’t notice them.

The cost of obtaining codeine

Codeine is usually taken in the form of cough syrup. Typically, one bottle is $14. So if you take, for example, two bottles per week, that’s $28 per week. Each year, that’s $1,456 just for the substance alone.

The cost of overdose

When you keep abusing codeine, you may not be able to control yourself. Eventually, you could suffer an overdose, which will necessitate an ER visit.

According to a study in 2010 by the Stanford University School of Medicine, the average combined cost of ER confinement and subsequent inpatient rehab following an opiate overdose was $17,000. This number has already gotten higher at present.

Thus, even a single overdose can cost you more than going to rehab.

Legal costs

Codeine addiction may land you in trouble with the law. For example, if you are caught driving under the influence of drugs, you’ll have to pay around $9,000. Other legal fees may include:

• Fines for possession of illegal drugs
• Court fees
• Attorney’s fees
• Costs of damage to property

Career cost

Codeine addiction may cost you your job. You will lose your source of income, so you will continue racking up expenses related to drug addiction even while you’re not earning anything. Soon enough, you may find yourself in a lot of debt.

Health cost

Abusing codeine and other addictive substances have drastic effects on your physical health. For instance, addiction to opiates like codeine can cause respiratory malfunction. This condition will require hospitalization and special medical care, and your hospital bills can easily add up.

Relationship cost

Drug addiction often leads to family problems like divorce, estrangement, and domestic violence. You may also lose your closest friendships, especially if your behavior threatens them physically. The worst part is these relationships may become soured for life.

If you are living with an addiction to codeine, it is never too late to get help. Approach your primary care doctor or a mental health specialist to find out what treatment is right for you.