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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
Reading Hospital Drug and Alcohol Center	401 Buttonwood Street Reading, PA 19611	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPAftercare+1
Berks Counseling Center	645 Penn Street Reading, PA 19601	Detox Service Setting MATOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientInterventionIntensive Outpatient+1
Berks TASC	640 Walnut Street Reading, PA 19601	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
New Directions Treatment Services	2442 Brodhead Road Reading, PA 18020	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis
Project Transition	2913 Windmill Road Reading, PA 19608	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP+2
Caron Treatment Centers	243 North Galen Hall Road Wernersville, PA 19565	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+3
Caron Treatment Centers	243 North Galen Hall Road Wernersville, PA 19565	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+2
Pennsylvania Adult and Teen Challenge	33 Teen Challenge Road Rehrersburg, PA 19550	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
Retreat Behavioral Health \| Lancaster County	1170 South State Street Ephrata, PA 17522	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+3
Lebanon VA Medical Center	1700 South Lincoln Avenue Lebanon, PA 17042	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+3
Coatesville Comprehensive Treatment Center	1825 Lincoln Highway Coatesville, PA 19320	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Rehab After Work Exton	491 John Young Way Exton, PA 19341	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
Crossroads Allentown	3050 Hamilton Blvd Allentown, PA 18103	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Allentown VA Clinic	3110 Hamilton Boulevard Allentown, PA 18103	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+1
Firetree – Conewago	202 South Centre Street Pottsville, PA 17901	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP+1

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Reading, PA

Drug and alcohol detox programs in Reading are licensed and overseen by the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), the primary state regulatory authority.

Every freestanding treatment facility operating in Pennsylvania must hold a DDAP license, and recovery houses that accept public funding or referrals are subject to separate DDAP licensure standards established in 2022.

At the county level, the Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA) serves as the Single County Authority (SCA) for Berks County. Designated by the Berks County Commissioners, COCA coordinates and manages all publicly funded drug and alcohol services in the region, including prevention education, treatment referrals and harm reduction programs.

COCA operates a 24/7 drug and alcohol hotline at (610) 376-8669, and its office is located at 50 N. 5th Street, 5th Floor, Reading. People without insurance or on Medical Assistance should start here, as COCA can assess treatment need and facilitate placement with contracted providers at no cost.

A significant access development took effect in December 2024, when DDAP launched a telehealth-only provider license. Telehealth-authorized providers can now deliver outpatient services and initial evaluations entirely online, removing transportation and scheduling barriers that previously blocked many Berks County residents from getting help.

Berks County also receives annual opioid settlement funds, distributed locally by COCA. Recent allocations have included funding for a medication-assisted treatment expansion at the Berks County Jail, a Narcan media awareness campaign and programs supporting people in early recovery.

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Paying for Detox in Reading

Understanding your payment options before choosing a program makes the process faster and less stressful. Reading and Berks County residents have access to private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare and several alternate payment pathways.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Reading?

Costs vary based on the level of care, the substance being treated and whether medical complexity extends the length of stay.

Reading sits within a mid-market region of Pennsylvania, where hospital-based detox is considerably more expensive than outpatient or MAT-based care.

$150,000+

Medical Detox

$51,000 (per month)

Inpatient Rehab

$11,000 (per year)

Outpatient Rehab

$5,200 (per year)

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Reading?

Under the Affordable Care Act, all individual and small-group plans sold in Pennsylvania must cover substance use disorder treatment at the same level as other medical benefits. The Pennsylvania Insurance Department oversees insurer compliance with these requirements.

You can verify your coverage and check network status through Pennsylvania’s health insurance marketplace at pennie.com.

The most common private insurers in Berks County include:

Medicare and Medicaid in Reading

Medicare

Medicare covers inpatient and outpatient detox in Reading. Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) services, including methadone and buprenorphine, are covered under Medicare Part B.

Individuals with Medicare should keep in mind that copays and deductibles depend on the treatment setting, specific services, and their plan type.

Medicaid

Pennsylvania’s Medicaid program is called Medical Assistance (MA). MA covers detox, inpatient residential care, outpatient programs, partial hospitalization and medication-assisted treatment for eligible adults.

Behavioral health services are typically delivered through a Behavioral Health Managed Care Organization (BH-MCO).

Residents can apply for MA through the Pennsylvania COMPASS portal or by calling 1-800-692-7462.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Cost does not have to be a barrier to starting detox in Reading. Several alternate pathways are available:

Single County Authority (SCA) Funding

COCA, the Berks County SCA, maintains a treatment funding pool for uninsured and underinsured residents. Call their 24/7 hotline at (610) 376-8669 to start the assessment process and access publicly funded placement.

Sliding Scale Payment Systems

Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and community health centers in Berks County use income-based sliding fee schedules, reducing out-of-pocket costs for lower-income patients.

Opioid Settlement Funds

Berks County distributes Pennsylvania’s annual opioid settlement allocation through COCA. Programs funded include direct treatment services, MAT expansion at the county jail and peer support programs for people in recovery.

Veterans Programs

Eligible veterans in the Reading area can access addiction treatment through the Lebanon VA Medical Center and its community-based outpatient clinics. VA-funded care covers detox, inpatient rehab and MAT at no cost to qualifying veterans.

Reading, Pennsylvania Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP)

The primary state licensing and regulatory authority for all drug and alcohol treatment facilities in Pennsylvania. DDAP licenses every freestanding treatment provider, including detox programs, and enforces compliance with staffing, safety, clinical and reporting standards under 28 Pa. Code Part V. Annual license renewals and on-site inspections are required.

DDAP also licenses recovery houses that receive public referrals or funding under Chapter 717 regulations, effective June 2022.

Website: pa.gov

Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA) -- Berks County SCA

Designated by the Berks County Commissioners as the Single County Authority, COCA is the county-level coordinating body for all publicly funded substance use programming.

COCA contracts with licensed treatment providers, manages state and federal treatment funding, administers opioid settlement funds and operates prevention and harm reduction programs for Berks County residents.

Website: cocaberks.org

Pennsylvania Insurance Department

Oversees health insurer compliance with the ACA’s mental health and substance use disorder parity requirements. Residents with coverage disputes can file complaints directly with the department, and the Consumer Assistance Program (1-877-888-4877) provides free help navigating coverage problems related to addiction treatment.

Website: pa.gov

Berks County District Attorney's Office -- Naloxone Program

While not a treatment regulator, the DA’s Office administers the county’s law enforcement Naloxone Program under Pennsylvania’s Act 139 (“David’s Law”), ensuring all 41 Berks County municipal police departments carry naloxone and are authorized to administer it during overdose responses.

Website: berkspa.gov

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Reading

Medication-assisted treatment in Reading is regulated at both the federal and state levels. DDAP licenses and oversees MAT providers and requires that counseling and behavioral support be components of care. Federal rules under 42 CFR Part 8 and DEA-controlled-substance regulations apply to opioid treatment programs.

Buprenorphine:

Widely accessible in the Reading area, including through the new telehealth-only providers licensed in Pennsylvania as of December 2024. DDAP suspended its in-person evaluation requirement during the pandemic. Furthermore, the 2024 telehealth license makes remote initiation permanent, substantially increasing access for Berks County residents who cannot easily travel to a clinic.

Methadone:

Restricted to federally certified Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) and cannot be prescribed for opioid use disorder through standard pharmacies. Patients typically begin with daily supervised dosing at an OTP. Pennsylvania Medicaid covers methadone treatment at licensed OTPs.

Naltrexone:

Requires no special prescribing license and has no abuse potential. The injectable formulation (Vivitrol) is widely used in Reading-area outpatient and dual-diagnosis programs and is covered under Pennsylvania Medical Assistance for eligible patients.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Reading

Reading has several active harm reduction programs focused on keeping people alive and connected to care while they move toward treatment. Because of Fentanyl’s ongoing presence in the local drug supply, naloxone access is especially important.

Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA)

cocaberks.org

Free Narcan (naloxone) kit distribution, 24/7 drug and alcohol crisis hotline: (610) 376-8669 Blue Cares initiative (treatment referral following overdose) Warm Hand-off Program at hospitals for people presenting with substance use disorders Opioid antidote distribution Training for residents and businesses

COCA is the backbone of Berks County harm reduction. Free Narcan kits are available by request at cocaberks.org/narcan and can be picked up at the COCA office (50 N. 5th St.), the RISE Center or the Hispanic Center of Reading.

COCA also coordinates county-wide Narcan media campaigns using opioid settlement funds.

SOS Berks Opioid Coalition / Penn State Health "Health To Go" Vending Machine

pennstatehealthnews.org

Free naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray Fentanyl test strips Wound care and hygiene supplies Interactive screen with local service referrals

Located in the lobby of the YMCA of Reading and Berks County and accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, this smart vending machine is the first of its kind in Pennsylvania. Launched in partnership with Penn State College of Medicine and SOS Berks, the machine dispensed more than 11,000 items in its first year of operation.

It is funded by grants from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Penn State College of Medicine and Berks County opioid settlement funds.

Berks County District Attorney's Naloxone Program

berkspa.gov

Naloxone training and supply for all 41 Berks County municipal police departments Naloxone administration authority for law enforcement under Pennsylvania's Act 139 Ensures Good Samaritan protections for bystanders who call 911 during an overdose

Every municipal police department in Berks County participates in this program, meaning a first responder arriving at an overdose scene countywide carries naloxone and is authorized to administer it.

Pennsylvania’s Good Samaritan law offers civil and criminal protections for people who call 911 to report an overdose.

NEXT Distro (PA Mail Naloxone Program)

nextdistro.org

Free naloxone delivered discreetly by mail to any Pennsylvania address Fentanyl test strips by mail Harm reduction information Overdose response education

For people in Reading who cannot access in-person distribution due to mobility, transportation, or stigma concerns, NEXT Distro ships naloxone kits free of charge anywhere in Pennsylvania. No identification or insurance is required.

Detox Statistics in Reading, Pennsylvania

Berks County has seen meaningful declines in overdose deaths in recent years, though fentanyl remains present in the local drug supply.

These figures provide context for understanding the scale of the crisis and the progress being made in the Reading community.

23% Drop in Drug-Related Accidental Deaths

Berks County saw a 23% reduction in drug-related accidental deaths from 2023 to 2024, continuing a downward trend following years of rising totals.

24% Decline in Fentanyl-Related Deaths in Berks County

Fentanyl-related deaths in Berks County decreased 24% in 2024 compared to 2023, representing a further decline after five consecutive years of increases.

4,719 Overdose Deaths Statewide in 2023

Pennsylvania recorded 4,719 overdose deaths in 2023, a nearly 9% decrease from 2022. Of those deaths, 83% were opioid-related and 77% involved fentanyl.

FAQs About Detox in Reading, PA

How do I access publicly funded detox in Reading if I don't have insurance?

Contact COCA, the Berks County Single County Authority, at their 24/7 hotline: (610) 376-8669. COCA staff can assess your treatment needs and connect you with contracted providers at little or no cost.

Funding is available for county residents who are uninsured, underinsured or on Medical Assistance and COCA manages local opioid settlement funds to expand that access.

What is Pennsylvania's Good Samaritan Law and does it apply in Reading?

Pennsylvania’s Act 139 includes a Good Samaritan provision that offers civil and criminal protections for individuals who call 911 in good faith to report an overdose. The law applies statewide, including in Berks County.

It does not grant immunity for all offenses, so people with open warrants or other pending charges should still consult an attorney, but the law is specifically designed to remove fear as a barrier to calling for help.

Can I start detox in Reading through a telehealth provider?

Yes. As of December 2024, Pennsylvania became one of the first states to establish a formal telehealth-only treatment provider license through DDAP. Licensed telehealth providers can conduct intake evaluations, prescribe buprenorphine and deliver outpatient services entirely remotely.

This is especially useful for Berks County residents in outlying areas without easy access to a physical clinic.

What is the difference between inpatient and outpatient detox in Reading?

Inpatient detox involves 24/7 medical supervision in a residential or hospital setting, which is typically recommended for alcohol withdrawal, benzodiazepine dependence or any situation where seizure risk is elevated. Conversely, outpatient detox allows a person to live at home while attending scheduled clinical visits for monitoring and medication management.

A provider assessment determines which level of care is appropriate for the substances involved and the severity of dependence.

Does Medicaid (Medical Assistance) cover detox in Reading?

Yes. Pennsylvania’s Medical Assistance program covers detox, inpatient care, outpatient programs, partial hospitalization and medication-assisted treatment for eligible adults. Behavioral health services are typically routed through a Behavioral Health Managed Care Organization.

To apply, visit the PA COMPASS portal at compass.state.pa.us or call 1-800-692-7462. COCA can also help facilitate placement with MA-accepting providers.

Is free naloxone available in Reading without an appointment?

Yes. Free naloxone is available at multiple locations in Reading without an appointment or insurance.

COCA distributes Narcan kits at its office (50 N. 5th St.), the Hispanic Center, and the RISE Center; kits can also be requested online at cocaberks.org/narcan.

The “Health To Go” vending machine at the YMCA of Reading (7th and Washington) dispenses Narcan 24 hours a day at no cost.

NEXT Distro also ships naloxone free by mail to any Pennsylvania address.

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