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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
New Paths Inc	765 East Hamilton Avenue Flint, MI 48505	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+3
Oakland Psychological Clinic Flint	2222 South Linden Road Flint, MI 48532	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
Recovery Unlimited Treatment	3169 Pierson Road Flint, MI 48504	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care Outpatient
Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center Flint Outpatient Recovery & Wellness Services	2091 Professional Drive Flint, MI 48532	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP+1
Alano House of Flint	2608 Maplewood Ave Flint, MI 48506	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Insight Wellness Center	4800 Saginaw St Flint, MI 48507	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center	2200 Dort Hwy Flint, MI 48506	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Oakland Psychological Clinic in Grand Blanc	10785 South Saginaw Street Grand Blanc, MI 48439	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
List Psychological Services	624 West Nepessing Street Lapeer, MI 48446	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Oakland Psychological Clinic Milford	1800 North Milford Road Milford, MI 48381	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
Saginaw Odyssey House Residential	127 North Weadock Avenue Saginaw, MI 48607	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis+1
Saginaw VA Medical Center	1500 Weiss Street Saginaw, MI 48602	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+2
Saginaw Psychological Services	2100 Hemmeter Road Saginaw, MI 48603	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Ascension Brighton Center for Recovery	12851 Grand River Avenue Brighton, MI 48116	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+5
HealthSource Saginaw	3340 Hospital Road Saginaw, MI 48603	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Flint, MI

Drug and alcohol detox programs in Flint are licensed by Michigan’s Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), specifically through its Bureau of Community and Health Systems (BCHS).

The BCHS issues annual licenses to all residential withdrawal management programs, inpatient detox units, and outpatient SUD providers statewide and conducts compliance inspections under Michigan Administrative Code (R 325.1301-R 325.1399). The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), through its Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration (BHDDA), sets statewide SUD policy and directs opioid settlement funding to local programs.

At the county level, the Region 10 Prepaid Inpatient Health Plan (PIHP), administered in partnership with Genesee Health System, manages Medicaid-funded SUD services for residents of Genesee, Lapeer, Sanilac, and St. Clair counties.

Genesee County carries one of the highest drug overdose death rates in Michigan. Fentanyl is involved in the majority of local overdose deaths, and carfentanil, a synthetic opioid far more potent than fentanyl, was detected in Genesee County in early 2025. Understanding how to choose a detox center that offers medically supervised withdrawal management is especially important given the severity and unpredictability of the local drug supply.

Michigan opioid settlement funds are actively supporting programs in Flint. New Paths, Inc., a CARF-accredited provider, is the primary publicly funded SUD treatment organization in Genesee County, accepting patients through Medicaid or state block grant funding. The Genesee County Quick Response Team, staffed by New Paths peer recovery coaches, connects overdose survivors to treatment within 60 minutes of a non-fatal overdose.

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Paying for Detox in Flint

Getting a clear picture of detox costs in Flint is a necessary first step before committing to a program. Costs vary based on the level of medical supervision, the substances involved, the length of stay, and whether care is provided in a hospital, residential setting, or outpatient clinic. Understanding how much detox costs and what financial support is available can make treatment far more accessible than it may first appear.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Flint?

Detox costs in Flint track closely with Michigan averages, since most facilities in Genesee County are community-based rather than luxury private centers. Hospital-based medical detox involves intensive monitoring and carries a higher price tag than residential or outpatient programs. Medication requirements, medical complexity, and length of stay are the primary drivers of total cost.

$14,000 to $25,000 per stay

Medical Detox

~$56,500 average per program

Inpatient Rehab

~$1,700 average per program

Outpatient Rehab

~$4, 200 to $5,400 per year

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Flint?

Private insurers in Michigan are required under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to cover substance use disorder treatment at the same level as other medical benefits, a principle known as mental health and substance use disorder parity.

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) oversees compliance for plans sold in the state. Coverage scope, cost-sharing, and network availability vary by plan, so verifying benefits before admission is recommended. The most common commercial insurers in the Flint area include:

Medicare and Medicaid in Flint

Medicare

Medicare covers medically necessary inpatient and outpatient detox in Flint, including hospital-based withdrawal management. Under Part B, Medicare also covers Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) services, including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. Copays and deductibles vary based on treatment setting and plan type.

Medicaid

Michigan’s Healthy Michigan Plan covers adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (approximately $2,199 per month for a single adult in 2025). Qualifying residents typically pay little to nothing out of pocket for medical detox, inpatient residential treatment, outpatient programs, and MAT, including methadone and buprenorphine.

In Genesee County, access and service authorization are managed through Region 10 PIHP and Genesee Health System. To start the process, call the Genesee Entry to Care line at (810) 257-3705.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Cost is a meaningful barrier in Flint, where household incomes are well below state averages. Several options are available for people without private insurance or those facing high out-of-pocket costs:

Region 10 Public Block Grant Funding:

Uninsured and underinsured Genesee County residents may qualify for state-funded SUD treatment through Region 10 PIHP’s block grant allocation. New Paths, Inc., the county’s primary publicly funded provider, accepts patients through this pathway at no upfront cost.

Sliding Scale Programs:

Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and Genesee Counties offers SUD counseling and related services with a sliding fee scale tied to income. Hamilton Community Health Network, a federally qualified health center, uses the same model for primary care and substance use services.

Nonprofit Organizations:

Catholic Charities and Family and Children’s Services in Genesee County both provide addiction and recovery services with financial assistance for qualifying individuals.

Veterans Programs:

Veterans in Flint may access SUD treatment, including detox and MAT, through the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System. TRICARE also covers SUD treatment for active-duty service members and eligible dependents.

SAMHSA National Helpline:

The SAMHSA National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) is a free, confidential service available 24 hours a day that can connect Flint residents with low-cost or no-cost treatment options in Genesee County.

Flint, Michigan Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

LARA Bureau of Community and Health Systems (BCHS):

Issues and annually renews licenses for all SUD facilities in Michigan, including medically monitored and clinically managed withdrawal management programs. Licensed facilities must meet staffing ratios, programming standards, and documentation requirements under the Michigan Administrative Code.

MDHHS Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration (BHDDA):

Sets statewide SUD policy, oversees PIHP contracting, and administers opioid settlement funds directed to local programs. BHDDA ensures that Medicaid-funded SUD services in Flint meet federal quality standards.

Region 10 Prepaid Inpatient Health Plan (PIHP) / Genesee Health System:

The regional Medicaid managed care authority for SUD benefits in Genesee County. All providers seeking Medicaid reimbursement must be enrolled with Region 10 PIHP, which also authorizes services for Healthy Michigan Plan enrollees.

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Flint

For those seeking medication-assisted treatment during or after detox, licensed providers in Flint offer all three FDA-approved medications. Michigan’s LARA proposed rule changes in 2025 aim to expand access to methadone services and reduce duplicative licensing burdens for outpatient SUD programs:

Buprenorphine:

Available through licensed outpatient SUD programs in Flint, including New Paths, Inc. Buprenorphine-based treatment reduces opioid cravings and manages withdrawal symptoms, and can be prescribed by registered physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

Methadone:

Dispensed only through federally certified Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs). Michigan’s proposed 2025 rule changes are designed to improve access to methadone by streamlining licensing for OTP providers.

Naltrexone:

Available from licensed SUD programs and many primary care practices in Genesee County. Naltrexone blocks opioid effects and is also prescribed for alcohol use disorder.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Flint

Harm reduction services in Flint have expanded in recent years through opioid settlement funding and community partnerships. Given that fentanyl is present in the majority of local overdose deaths and carfentanil was detected in Genesee County in 2025, access to naloxone, drug checking supplies, and low-barrier services is especially critical. The following organizations provide direct harm reduction services to people who use drugs in the Genesee County area.

Wellness Services Inc. (STEP Program)

wellnessaids.org

Free sterile syringes and clean works kits (syringe service program) Naloxone/Narcan distribution and overdose education Fentanyl test strips HIV and hepatitis C testing Medical case management Assistance accessing insurance and medical care

Wellness Services Inc. runs the Syringe Treatment Exchange Program (STEP) from its downtown Flint location on East Court Street. The program provides card-carrying members with syringe exchange services, overdose reversal supplies, and connections to medical and recovery care, all in a low-barrier, judgment-free setting. A 20-minute intake process grants access to the full range of STEP services.

Genesee County Quick Response Team (QRT)

knowmoregenesee.org

Post-overdose peer follow-up within 60 minutes Peer recovery coaching with 90-day engagement Naloxone kit distribution at the scene Referrals to SUD treatment and recovery services

The QRT, operated by New Paths, Inc. and coordinated by the Greater Flint Health Coalition, deploys certified peer recovery coaches after non-fatal opioid overdoses throughout Genesee County. Coaches have personal lived experience with addiction. They connect overdose survivors to treatment options and continue providing support for 90 days following first contact. The program also distributes naloxone boxes to community sites including hospitals, hotels, and highway rest areas.

Genesee County Prevention Coalition (GCPC)

thegcpc.org

Community naloxone distribution at police departments, campuses, and events Drug take-back events Fentanyl test strip access Community overdose prevention education

The GCPC coordinates naloxone placement and safe medication disposal programs across Genesee County in partnership with law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community organizations. Their drug take-back events, held at multiple Flint-area law enforcement sites, collected over 1,000 lbs of medications in October 2024. Free naloxone and fentanyl test strips are distributed at these and other community events year-round.

Hamilton Community Health Network

hamiltonhealth.org

Fentanyl test strips Harm reduction education and referrals Primary care and SUD-related services Sliding scale fees based on income

Hamilton Community Health Network is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) with a Center for Hope location at 812 Root St in Flint. As an FQHC, Hamilton offers sliding scale fees tied to income, making services accessible for uninsured and low-income residents. The network distributes fentanyl test strips and provides harm reduction education alongside primary care, serving as a practical entry point for people who are not yet ready for formal SUD treatment.

Detox Statistics in Flint, Michigan

Genesee County carries one of the most severe overdose burdens in Michigan, driven by a heavily contaminated fentanyl supply and persistent socioeconomic challenges. Recent statewide declines are meaningful, but local conditions continue to demand active response.

255 Overdose Deaths in 2022

Genesee County recorded 255 drug overdose deaths in 2022, giving the county the highest drug overdose death rate in Michigan at 63.4 per 100,000 residents, with 71% of those deaths involving fentanyl.

33 Xylazine-Positive Overdose Deaths

Genesee County recorded 33 confirmed xylazine-positive overdose deaths between October 2019 and September 2022, ranking among Michigan’s five most affected counties for this veterinary sedative that is increasingly mixed with fentanyl in the illicit supply.

25,000 Free Naloxone Kits Distributed in Flint

Nearly 25,000 free naloxone kits were distributed in Flint in fiscal year 2023 through opioid settlement-funded programs, helping reverse overdoses in one of Michigan’s hardest-hit communities.

FAQs About Detox in Flint, MI

How do I access publicly funded detox in Flint without insurance?

Uninsured Genesee County residents can access publicly funded SUD treatment through Region 10 PIHP. The entry point is calling Genesee Health System at (810) 257-3705 or the 24-hour crisis line at (877) 346-3648. Eligibility is based on county residency and income, and qualifying individuals may receive treatment through state block grant funding at no cost.

What is the difference between medically monitored and clinically managed detox in Michigan?

Michigan licenses two types of residential withdrawal management. Medically monitored programs include nursing care and may administer medications like buprenorphine to manage withdrawal. Clinically managed programs provide peer and social support only, without controlled substances. People detoxing from opioids or alcohol typically require medically monitored care due to the risk of serious withdrawal complications.

Does the Healthy Michigan Plan limit which detox facilities I can use?

Healthy Michigan Plan members must use providers enrolled with Region 10 PIHP to receive covered services. Not all Flint-area facilities are in-network with every Medicaid managed care plan. Before admission, contact your plan directly or call Region 10 at (810) 257-3705 to confirm which providers accept your coverage.

What happens after detox in Flint?

Detox addresses physical withdrawal but is not a complete course of treatment for substance use disorder. After completing detox, most people benefit from stepping down to residential treatment, an intensive outpatient program, or ongoing MAT. Aftercare programs and continuing care resources, including peer recovery coaching through New Paths and services through Genesee Health System, are available in Flint to help people maintain stability after detox ends.

Is it safe to detox at home in Flint?

Attempting to detox from opioids or alcohol at home carries serious medical risks, including seizures, respiratory failure, and severe dehydration. Given that Genesee County’s illicit drug supply is heavily contaminated with fentanyl and carfentanil was detected locally in 2025, medically supervised withdrawal management in a licensed facility is strongly recommended for anyone stopping opioid use.

Can I access MAT at a primary care clinic in Flint?

Yes. Michigan allows licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who complete required DEA registration to prescribe buprenorphine for opioid use disorder in outpatient primary care settings. Hamilton Community Health Network and other federally qualified health centers in Genesee County offer MAT alongside primary care, making this a widely accessible option for people who are not ready for a residential program.

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