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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
Overton Brooks VA Medical Center	510 East Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center Shreveport	820 Jordan Street Shreveport, LA 71101	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+2
Uprising Addiction Center	7020 Klug Pines Rd Shreveport, LA 71129	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Willis Knighton South Hospital	2510 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Shreveport, LA 71118	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis
Brentwood Hospital of Shreveport	1006 Highland Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox+1	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis+2
Forever Wellness and Recovery	910 Pierremont Rd Shreveport, LA 71106	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Willis/Knighton South Hospital Behavioral Medicine Institute Inpt	1111 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Lincoln Nova Vital Recovery	4396 U.S. 80 Ruston, LA 71270	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+3
East Texas Medical Center Behavioral Health Center	4101 University Boulevard Tyler, TX 75701	Detox Service Setting MATHospital DetoxInpatient Detox+1	Levels Of Care OutpatientInpatientIntensive Outpatient+1
New Day Recovery	1416 Natchitoches Street West Monroe, LA 71291	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+1
Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center Monroe	1822 Tower Drive Monroe, LA 71201	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+2
Longleaf Hospital	44 Versailles Boulevard Alexandria, LA 71303	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+1
Palmetto Addiction Recovery Center	3636 Government Street Alexandria, LA 71302	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientAftercare
Sundown Ranch	3120 County Road 2318 Canton, TX 75103	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+1
Cypress Lakes Lodge Houston Rehab Center for Drug and Alcohol Addiction	1129 Highway 287 North Woodville, TX 75979	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+3

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Shreveport, LA

If you’re comparing addiction treatment programs in Shreveport, understanding what each facility accepts and what level of supervision it provides is a critical first step for those who are struggling with alcohol or substance use disorder.

A 2021 Louisiana law now requires all licensed residential SUD facilities that treat opioid use disorder to maintain onsite access to at least one FDA-approved opioid agonist treatment and one opioid antagonist treatment.

That means any residential detox program in Shreveport treating opioid dependence should be able to offer or immediately connect patients to medication-assisted treatment during their stay, reducing barriers to life-saving pharmacological support.

Drug and alcohol detox facilities in Shreveport operate under licensure from the Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Behavioral Health (LDH-OBH), which sets standards for staffing, patient care and facility operations across all levels of SUD treatment, including medical detox, residential and outpatient programs.

To support the community, Caddo Parish received $3.6 million in opioid settlement funds as of October 2024, part of Louisiana’s roughly $600 million total allocation from multi-company settlements running through 2038. How that money is distributed locally matters for residents, as the settlement guidance prioritizes treatment access, harm reduction and criminal justice diversion.

For individuals without insurance coverage, the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse of Northwest Louisiana (CADA) is a longstanding nonprofit in Shreveport offering residential treatment, outpatient programs and adolescent services. CADA accepts Medicaid and works with patients regardless of ability to pay, making it a key safety-net option for residents without private coverage.

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Paying for Detox in Shreveport

Treatment costs in Shreveport vary depending on the level of care, length of stay and whether a facility is publicly or privately funded. Multiple insurance and non-insurance pathways can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs, and free or low-cost options may be available for residents who qualify.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Shreveport?

Costs follow Louisiana state averages closely because no Shreveport-specific pricing data is publicly available.

The type of care and the clinical complexity of withdrawal are the biggest cost drivers. Shorter outpatient programs and MAT-focused treatment sit at the lower end of the range, while hospital-based medical detox is by far the most expensive option.

Around $140,000

Medical Detox

Around $50,000

Inpatient Rehab

Around $8,300

Outpatient Rehab

Around $7,400

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Shreveport?

Under the Affordable Care Act, private insurers must cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with other medical benefits. The Louisiana Department of Insurance oversees compliance for plans issued in the state.

Prior authorization is commonly required for inpatient and residential levels of care, so confirming network status and benefit limits before admission is important.

The most common commercial insurers at Shreveport-area detox facilities include:

Medicare and Medicaid in Shreveport

Medicare

Medicare covers medically necessary detox services, including inpatient hospital detox under Part A and opioid treatment program (OTP) services, including methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone under Part B.

For those with Medicare, copays, deductibles and coverage limits depend on the specific plan and treatment setting.

Medicaid

Louisiana’s Medicaid program, Healthy Louisiana, covers detox, inpatient rehab, outpatient treatment, and MAT, including buprenorphine (Suboxone) and naltrexone (Vivitrol), subject to prior authorization.

Healthy Louisiana does not cover methadone for opioid use disorder treatment.

The program covers adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level following Louisiana’s 2016 Medicaid expansion.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Cost should not prevent someone from getting help. Residents of Shreveport have several alternatives to private insurance:

Sliding Scale Programs

The Northwest Louisiana Human Services District operates the Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic and offers outpatient assessments and treatment on a sliding fee scale; services may be free for qualifying residents. CADA also adjusts fees based on the ability to pay.

Nonprofits and Charities

CADA (Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse of Northwest Louisiana) has operated as a nonprofit safety net in Shreveport since 1958 and can assist with applying for Medicaid or state funding.

State-Funded Treatment

LDH-OBH maintains a network of state-funded SUD treatment beds. Calling 211 Louisiana connects residents to real-time information on publicly funded openings in Caddo and surrounding parishes.

Veterans Programs

Overton Brooks VA Medical Center at 510 East Stoner Avenue provides a dedicated Substance Use Disorder program for eligible veterans, including medically managed detox, outpatient therapy and primary care mental health integration.

Shreveport, Louisiana Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Behavioral Health (LDH-OBH)

LDH-OBH licenses all detox facilities, residential SUD programs, outpatient treatment providers, and behavioral health service providers in Louisiana. Facilities must meet state standards for staffing ratios, patient care, physical safety and program structure, and are subject to inspections and compliance reviews.

Substance use programs are also required to maintain oversight by a Board Certified Addictionologist.

Website: ldh.la.gov

Northwest Louisiana Human Services District

The Northwest Louisiana Human Services District is the regional governmental authority responsible for public behavioral health services across Caddo, Bossier, Claiborne, Bienville, Webster and Red River parishes.

It contracts with and monitors community-based treatment providers, funds state-allocated treatment slots, and operates direct-care clinics, including the Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic.

Website: nlhsd.org

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) — Opioid Treatment Program Registration

Facilities operating as Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) that dispense methadone for opioid use disorder must hold both a SAMHSA certification and a DEA Schedule II registration.

This federal layer of oversight applies to any Shreveport clinic dispensing methadone as part of opioid use disorder treatment, in addition to the LDH-OBH state license.

Website: dea.gov

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Shreveport

Medication-assisted treatment is an evidence-based approach that combines FDA-approved medications with counseling to manage withdrawal and support recovery.

Louisiana’s 2021 residential treatment law strengthened MAT access by requiring licensed residential opioid treatment facilities to provide onsite access to both agonist and antagonist medications. The three primary MAT medications available in Shreveport are:

Buprenorphine (Suboxone):

Covered by Healthy Louisiana with prior authorization; available at licensed office-based opioid treatment providers and some residential programs throughout Shreveport.

Methadone:

Dispensed only at DEA-registered OTPs; not covered by Healthy Louisiana Medicaid but available through self-pay or Medicare Part B at OTP clinics.

Naltrexone (Vivitrol):

Covered by Healthy Louisiana with prior authorization; available in injectable form and used in both inpatient and outpatient settings to block opioid and alcohol effects.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Shreveport

Shreveport has a small but active harm reduction network working to prevent overdose deaths and connect people who use drugs to care.

Fentanyl has driven Louisiana’s overdose crisis in recent years, and these local resources play a direct role in keeping people alive long enough to reach treatment.

The Philadelphia Center

philadelphiacenter.org

Syringe Service Program (sterile syringes, safe disposal, safer use supplies) Naloxone (Narcan) distribution HIV, Hepatitis C, and syphilis testing and linkage to care MAT navigation and case management Wound care kits and personal hygiene supplies

The Philadelphia Center at 2020 Centenary Boulevard is Shreveport’s only syringe service program and the designated Region 7 SSP under Louisiana’s LaSOR-funded Overdose Prevention and Response Hub.

The SSP operates daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; anyone unable to make those hours can call or text (318) 510-9074 to arrange an alternative pickup. All services are free and confidential.

Louisiana Statewide Overdose Prevention and Response Hub (LaSOR OPRH)

louisianahealthhub.org

Free naloxone (Narcan nasal spray, 4mg) through approved distribution sites Fentanyl test strips Overdose education and response training and sharps containers Wound care kits

Louisiana’s Overdose Prevention and Response Hub is funded through the federal State Opioid Response (LaSOR) grant and distributes harm reduction supplies through a statewide network of approved sites, including the Philadelphia Center in Shreveport.

As of its most recent reporting, the Hub has distributed more than 235,000 naloxone kits and 209,000 fentanyl test strips across participating sites statewide.

Northwest Louisiana Human Services District (Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic)

nlhsd.org

Outpatient SUD assessment and treatment Referrals to residential and inpatient levels of care Mental health crisis services MAT linkage and follow-up support Sliding-scale fees for qualifying residents

The Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic provides a low-barrier access point to the public treatment system.

For people not yet ready for residential care, the clinic can initiate assessments, connect patients to MAT providers and coordinate with higher levels of care when medically necessary.

Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse of Northwest Louisiana (CADA)

cadanwla.org

Residential treatment (28-day and 90-day step-down options) Intensive outpatient and standard outpatient programs Adolescent treatment Overdose education and naloxone access referrals Services for pregnant women and women with dependent children

CADA has been part of Shreveport’s treatment response since 1958 and accepts Medicaid alongside sliding-scale self-pay.

While CADA does not operate a standalone syringe service program, the organization provides education on overdose reversal and connects clients and community members to naloxone resources in the area.

Detox Statistics in Shreveport, Louisiana

Louisiana’s overdose numbers have shifted sharply over the past two years, though Caddo Parish continues to carry a measurable share of the state’s burden.

The data below reflects the most recent available figures for Louisiana and Caddo Parish.

50.8% Fentanyl Positivity Rate in 2024

In 2024, 50.8% of deceased individuals tested in Louisiana tested positive for fentanyl, down from 58.4% in 2023, reflecting both reduced supply concentration and expanded harm reduction interventions.

9% Rise in Buprenorphine Prescriptions

Louisiana’s buprenorphine prescriptions increased 9% between 2022 and 2024. During that same period, opioid-involved deaths in the state fell 45%, a correlation that state health officials point to alongside expanded Medicaid coverage and naloxone distribution.

70 Opioid Deaths in Caddo Parish (2019-2023)

Caddo Parish recorded 70 opioid-involved deaths across the five years from 2019 through 2023, placing it among the higher-volume urban parishes in Louisiana.

FAQs About Detox in Shreveport, LA

Does Healthy Louisiana (Medicaid) cover detox in Shreveport?

Yes. Healthy Louisiana covers medical detox, inpatient and residential SUD treatment, outpatient programs and MAT, including buprenorphine (Suboxone) and naltrexone (Vivitrol), subject to prior authorization.

It does not cover methadone for opioid use disorder. Not every Shreveport facility accepts Medicaid, so confirming coverage before intake is important.

Are there free or sliding-scale detox options in Shreveport for people without insurance?

Several options exist. The Northwest Louisiana Human Services District operates the Shreveport Behavioral Health Clinic on a sliding fee scale, with services that may be free for qualifying residents.

CADA accepts patients regardless of ability to pay and can assist with Medicaid enrollment.

Calling 211 Louisiana connects residents to real-time information on available publicly funded treatment slots.

Where can I get free naloxone (Narcan) in Shreveport?

The Philadelphia Center at 2020 Centenary Boulevard distributes free naloxone through its syringe service program, which operates daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment at (318) 510-9074.

Naloxone is also available at many Louisiana pharmacies without a prescription, and Healthy Louisiana covers it at the pharmacy counter for enrolled members.

Does Louisiana require detox facilities to offer medication-assisted treatment?

Yes, with an important scope: a 2021 Louisiana law requires all licensed residential SUD facilities that treat opioid use disorder to maintain onsite access to at least one FDA-approved opioid agonist treatment and one opioid antagonist treatment.

This requirement applies to residential programs treating opioid dependence, not to all outpatient programs.

How do I decide between inpatient and outpatient detox in Shreveport?

The decision depends on the substance involved, medical history, prior withdrawal episodes and home environment stability.

Alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal carry seizure risk and typically require closer medical monitoring. Opioid withdrawal, while extremely uncomfortable, is rarely life-threatening in otherwise healthy adults, though complications are possible.

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