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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
Baptist Health Center for Addiction Recovery	4371 Narrow Lane Rd Montgomery, AL 36116	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Freedom Center MO	1714 Platt Pl Montgomery, AL 36117	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Montgomery Metro Treatment Center	6001 East Shirley Lane Montgomery, AL 36117	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care OutpatientPHP
Chilton County Treatment Center	2100 Holiday Inn Drive Clanton, AL 35046	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care OutpatientPHP
Shelby County Treatment Center	750 Highway 31 South Alabaster, AL 35007	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Birmingham Recovery Center	2501 International Park Dr Birmingham, AL 35243	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Teen Challenge Southeast	15 West 10th Street Columbus, GA 31901	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Agape Center Columbus	214 8th St Columbus, GA 31901	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Valley Rescue Mission Columbus	2903 2nd Ave Columbus, GA 31904	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Bradford Health Services Drug and Alcohol Rehab Center in Birmingham Shelby County	300 Century Park South Birmingham, AL 35226	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care Outpatient
Columbus Metro Treatment Center	1135 13th Street Columbus, GA 31901	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
The Bradley Center	2000 16th Avenue Columbus, GA 31901	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis+2
Renew Clinic – Bessemer	727 Memorial Dr Bessemer, AL 35022	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Midtown Recovery New Horizon	1727 Boxwood Pl Columbus, GA 31906	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Impact Recovery Center Birmingham	300 Office Park Drive Alabama, AL 35223	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Montgomery, AL

Montgomery sits within the Central Alabama region and is served by a treatment system regulated and funded primarily by the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH). ADMH certifies and contracts with community-based providers across the state to deliver withdrawal management (detoxification), residential, intensive outpatient and outpatient services.

Detox facilities operating in Montgomery must meet ADMH program standards and, for those providing medical or nursing care within their programs, must also comply with requirements set by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH).

Together, these two agencies form the core of Alabama’s licensing and oversight structure for addiction treatment.

One key difference between Montgomery’s treatment system and those in states with larger public-sector footprints is that Alabama has not expanded its Medicaid program. This means a portion of working-age, low-income adults who would qualify for Medicaid in other states remain uninsured here. This makes the ADMH sliding-fee-scale network particularly important locally.

All state-contracted ADMH providers are required to offer services on a sliding scale based on income, resulting in low or no-cost care for people who qualify. Pregnant women also have priority admission to all certified providers and face no admission fees.

When choosing a detox center in Montgomery, confirming whether a facility is ADMH-certified is a good first step toward understanding your payment options.

To combat the problem, the City of Montgomery launched a Comprehensive Opioid Abatement Program using opioid settlement funds to address local overdose trends. The program targets prevention, treatment access and naloxone distribution.

Statewide, Alabama’s Opioid Overdose and Addiction Council, established by Governor Ivey in 2017, continues to coordinate funding and strategy across eight standing committees. Through Act 2023-384, the state directed $8.5 million in settlement funds to ADMH for prevention, treatment and recovery grants, adding eight new certified service providers to the Alabama treatment system between 2023 and 2024.

Conversely, Alabama law does not currently permit syringe services programs, which limits some harm reduction options available elsewhere. However, Fentanyl test strips are legal and being actively distributed in the Montgomery area.

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Paying for Detox in Montgomery

The cost of detox in Montgomery varies by level of care, but there are several financial pathways available, including insurance coverage, ADMH-funded sliding-scale programs and alternate funding sources.

Therefore, understanding how much detox costs before you call a facility helps you ask the right questions upfront.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Montgomery?

Costs in Montgomery track closely with Alabama statewide averages, since most facilities are community-based rather than hospital-based. The total cost depends on the level of medical supervision required, the length of stay and whether medications for withdrawal management are prescribed.

Facilities that accept Alabama Medicaid or ADMH contracts typically reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket costs for eligible patients, while private-pay patients at non-contracted facilities will often pay full rates.

$6,000-$20,000

Medical Detox

$14,000-$35,000

Inpatient Rehab

$3,000-$10,000

Outpatient Rehab

$200-$600 per month

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Montgomery?

Private insurance plans are required under the Affordable Care Act to cover mental health and substance use disorder treatment at parity with other medical benefits. The Alabama Department of Insurance oversees insurer compliance for plans sold or regulated in the state.

Coverage specifics, including copays, deductibles, prior authorization requirements and in-network facility lists, vary by plan, so verifying benefits directly with your insurer before beginning treatment is essential.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama commands over 90 percent of the state’s commercial insurance market, making it by far the most common payer at Montgomery treatment facilities.

Other private insurers active in the Montgomery market include:

Medicare and Medicaid in Montgomery

Medicare

Medicare covers medically supervised detox, inpatient and outpatient treatment and opioid treatment program (OTP) services in Montgomery. Part A covers inpatient hospital stays for detox. Part B covers outpatient treatment and OTP services, including methadone and buprenorphine. Copays and deductibles vary by plan and setting.

Medicaid

Alabama Medicaid, administered by the Alabama Medicaid Agency, covers detox and substance use disorder treatment for enrolled individuals. Because Alabama has not expanded Medicaid under the ACA, eligibility is more limited than in expansion states.

ADMH-contracted providers bill Alabama Medicaid directly, and eligible patients typically have no out-of-pocket cost at those facilities.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Do not let cost be a barrier to accessing detox in Montgomery. Several financial alternatives are available for people without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the full cost of care:

Sliding Scale Payment Systems:

All ADMH-certified community providers in Montgomery are required to offer sliding-scale fees based on income. People at or near the federal poverty level often qualify for free or near-free services at these state-contracted facilities.

Opioid Settlement Funds:

Alabama directed $8.5 million in opioid settlement funds to ADMH under Act 2023-384 for prevention, treatment and recovery grants. Some of these funds expanded services and access at Montgomery-area providers, including adding new certified programs to the system.

Veterans Programs:

Montgomery is home to a significant military and veteran population, given Maxwell Air Force Base. Veterans enrolled with the VA may access substance use disorder treatment, including detox, through the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System.

ADMH Block Grant Funding:

ADMH administers federal Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment (SAPT) block grant funds, which subsidize treatment costs at ADMH-contracted providers for people who are uninsured or underinsured and meet eligibility criteria.

Montgomery, Alabama Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH)

ADMH is the primary state agency responsible for licensing, certifying and contracting with substance use disorder treatment providers throughout Alabama, including those in Montgomery.

All programs offering withdrawal management (detox), residential treatment, intensive outpatient, outpatient and medication-assisted treatment must operate in compliance with ADMH program standards under the Alabama Administrative Code.

ADMH’s Office of Certification conducts compliance reviews of community providers and is the key regulatory relationship for any treatment-seeking person trying to verify a facility’s legitimacy.

Website: mh.alabama.gov

Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)

ADPH has regulatory oversight over medical and nursing services provided within SUD treatment facilities in Alabama. Detox programs that include physician supervision, nursing care or medication administration must comply with ADPH health and safety standards in addition to ADMH certification requirements.

ADPH also plays a central role in naloxone distribution and overdose surveillance across the state.

Website: alabamapublichealth.gov

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Diversion Control Division

At the federal level, the DEA regulates the prescribing of controlled substances used in medication-assisted treatment, including buprenorphine, methadone and naltrexone.

Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) dispensing methadone in Montgomery must be SAMHSA-certified and DEA-registered. Any clinician prescribing buprenorphine for opioid use disorder must hold a current DEA registration with Schedule III authority.

Website: deadiversion.usdoj.gov

The Joint Commission and CARF International

While not government regulators, accreditation from The Joint Commission or CARF International signals that a facility meets independently verified standards for clinical quality and patient safety. Both organizations conduct on-site surveys of treatment facilities.

Many Alabama detox providers hold one or both accreditations, which can be a useful quality signal when comparing local options.

Website: jointcommission.org

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Montgomery

Medication-assisted treatment in Alabama is governed by both federal and state rules. ADMH requires licensed treatment providers to offer or coordinate MAT as part of a comprehensive approach to opioid use disorder, and providers are expected to follow SAMHSA guidelines under 42 CFR Part 8 for OTP services.

Buprenorphine:

Available through licensed prescribers in Montgomery, including outpatient clinics, primary care offices and telehealth providers. Since January 2023, the federal X-waiver requirement has been eliminated, meaning any DEA-registered clinician can prescribe buprenorphine for opioid use disorder. This has expanded access significantly and makes buprenorphine the most accessible MAT option in the Montgomery market.

Methadone:

Dispensed only through SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs). Patients must receive their initial doses at the clinic, with take-home doses available after meeting stability milestones. Alabama Medicaid covers methadone treatment at certified OTPs for eligible enrollees.

Naltrexone:

Available without the restrictions that apply to opioid-based MAT medications. Any licensed prescriber can prescribe oral naltrexone or the injectable formulation (Vivitrol). Because it carries no abuse potential, it is a common option in outpatient and court-ordered treatment settings in Montgomery. Alabama Medicaid covers Vivitrol for qualifying patients.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Montgomery

Montgomery has seen sustained investment in naloxone distribution and overdose prevention education in recent years, driven by state settlement funds and a city-level opioid response program. The primary tools available locally center on naloxone access, overdose education and fentanyl test strip distribution.

People seeking information about fentanyl and overdose risk in this area will find the Montgomery treatment community increasingly engaged in outreach.

However, one significant limitation exists: Alabama law does not permit syringe services programs, which are legal and operational in many other states.

Montgomery County Health Department (Naloxone Kiosk Program)

alabamapublichealth.gov

Free naloxone kits (no ID or prescription required) Self-serve kiosk access Overdose prevention information

Through a partnership between ADPH and ADMH, funded by the CDC’s Overdose Data to Action in States program, the Montgomery County Health Department installed a naloxone kiosk available to the public at no charge.

No identification or prescription is required to obtain a kit. This walk-in access is designed to reduce barriers for people who may not seek care through traditional channels.

City of Montgomery Comprehensive Opioid Abatement Program

montgomeryal.gov

Naloxone distribution and training Overdose prevention education Recovery support services coordination Community outreach

Funded by the city’s share of opioid settlement proceeds, this municipal program targets prevention, overdose reversal and linkage to recovery services.

The program coordinates with local health and social service agencies to connect people with treatment resources after an overdose or during an active crisis.

ADMH Community Provider Network (Naloxone Distribution)

mh.alabama.gov

Naloxone distribution through certified treatment providers Fentanyl test strip distribution Overdose education and training for clients and families

ADMH-contracted treatment providers in Montgomery distribute naloxone and fentanyl test strips to clients and, in some cases, to the public.

The state distributed 1,397 boxes of naloxone in Montgomery County between November 2024 and October 2025 through this network, according to the 2025 Alabama Opioid Overdose and Addiction Council Annual Report.

Alabama Opioid Overdose and Addiction Council (Statewide Resource)

mh.alabama.gov

Statewide naloxone and fentanyl test strip distribution coordination Overdose data collection and public reporting Training and education for first responders and community members Recovery support specialist deployment

Established by Governor Ivey in 2017, the Council and its eight standing committees coordinate overdose prevention strategy across Alabama. For Montgomery residents, the Council’s work translates directly into expanded naloxone availability and new treatment capacity funded through settlement grants.

The ADMH website provides information on how to access the Connect Alabama Application, which links individuals to local treatment and recovery resources.

Detox Statistics in Montgomery, Alabama

Alabama’s overdose trends are moving in a positive direction, though fentanyl remains the dominant driver of deaths, and Montgomery County continues to receive targeted resources.

Here is a snapshot of the most recent data available for the state and the Montgomery area.

1,380 Statewide Overdose Deaths (2024):

Alabama recorded 1,380 documented overdose deaths in 2024, down from 1,592 in 2023, according to the 2024 Alabama Opioid Overdose and Addiction Council Annual Report.

1,397 Naloxone Boxes Distributed in Montgomery County:

Between November 2024 and October 2025, ADMH distributed 1,397 boxes of naloxone specifically in Montgomery County, reflecting the concentrated local response to overdose risk.

30% Decline in Overdose Deaths:

Alabama saw a 30 percent decrease in substance-related overdose deaths from April 2024 to April 2025, the first sustained decline since the Council’s founding in 2017.

FAQs About Detox in Montgomery, AL

Does Alabama Medicaid cover detox in Montgomery?

Yes, Alabama Medicaid covers detox and substance use disorder treatment at ADMH-certified providers in Montgomery. Eligible individuals generally pay little or nothing out of pocket at contracted facilities.

However, Alabama has not expanded Medicaid, so adults without dependent children or qualifying disabilities may not meet eligibility criteria, even at low incomes.

Are syringe exchange programs available in Montgomery?

No. Alabama law does not permit syringe service programs. This is a meaningful gap compared to states with legal syringe access.

For people who inject drugs, the primary harm reduction tools available locally are naloxone kits (free at the Montgomery County Health Department with no ID required) and fentanyl test strips distributed through ADMH-contracted providers.

What is the ADMH sliding fee scale and how do I qualify?

All ADMH-certified treatment providers in Alabama, including those in Montgomery, must offer services on a sliding fee scale based on gross income. Additionally, there are no admission fees for pregnant women or women with dependent children.

To determine your fee level, providers conduct an intake screening that assesses income and household size. No private insurance is required to access this system.

How do I find an inpatient detox bed in Montgomery?

Contacting ADMH-certified providers directly is the most direct path. Because Alabama does not have a centralized bed registry, calling several facilities to check availability is typically necessary.

The ADMH website’s provider directory, searchable by county and service type, lists certified detox and withdrawal management programs in the Montgomery area.

Does Alabama's Good Samaritan law protect someone who calls 911 for an overdose?

Alabama’s Good Samaritan law provides limited immunity from a misdemeanor controlled substance offense for a person who administers naloxone in good faith, provided they give their full name when reporting the incident and remain with the person until help arrives.

The law does not grant immunity from drug possession charges, probation violations or parole violations, which is an important limitation compared to broader Good Samaritan statutes in other states.

What happens to MAT after I leave a Montgomery detox program?

Detox is the beginning of treatment, not the end. Many people who stabilize on buprenorphine or naltrexone during detox transition to outpatient providers or telehealth services to continue medication-assisted treatment.

ADMH-certified outpatient programs in Montgomery can continue prescribing and monitoring MAT. Your detox team should help coordinate a warm handoff to an ongoing care provider before you are discharged.

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