Find Treatment Centers in Alaska
88 SAMHSA-verified facilities. 125 annual opioid deaths. Help is available — and it works.
Quick answer: Alaska has 88 verified treatment centers. Medicaid is expanded — many programs are free or low-cost for eligible residents. The overdose rate is 24.1/100k (#38 nationally, below the national average of 33.1). Top cities: Anchorage, Wasilla, Fairbanks. Need help? Call (833) 546-3513.
Treatment Centers in Alaska
88 facilities found
Railbelt Mental Health and Addictions
Nenana, AK
A private non-profit mental health center for all ages with therapy, medication management, substance use treatment, and community support.
Renew Your Mind
Anchorage, AK
A non-profit outpatient center providing comprehensive substance use treatment for adults with individual and group counseling in English and Spanish.
Resilience Reach 907
Wasilla, AK
A private non-profit outpatient center offering comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment for all ages with various therapies.
Wisdom Traditions Counseling Services DBA Alaska Wisdom Recovery
Anchorage, AK
An outpatient center providing comprehensive mental health services, medication-assisted treatment, trauma counseling, and support for co-occurring disorders.
Addiction Treatment in Alaska: What You Need to Know
Alaska has 88 SAMHSA-verified treatment facilities serving a population of 733,000. That's approximately 12 facilities per 100,000 residents. The state's drug overdose death rate of 24.1 per 100,000 is below the national average of 33.1 — ranking #38 nationally. With 125 opioid-related deaths reported annually, access to evidence-based treatment programs remains critical.
Insurance & Medicaid Coverage in Alaska
Alaska has expanded Medicaid under the ACA, significantly broadening access to addiction treatment for low-income adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level (~$20,783/year for an individual). Covered services typically include medical detox, inpatient/residential rehab, outpatient counseling, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT). In addition to Medicaid, most private insurance plans — including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana — are required by the Mental Health Parity Act to cover substance use disorder treatment at parity with medical care.
The Overdose Crisis in Alaska
Alaska reports 125 opioid-related deaths annually with an overdose rate of 24.1/100k (below the 33.1 national average by 27%). Substance use disorder affects approximately 9.2% of adults in the state (national average: 7.2%). Alaska has enacted a Good Samaritan law that protects individuals who call 911 during an overdose emergency from certain criminal charges — encouraging bystanders to seek help. Naloxone (Narcan), the opioid overdose reversal medication, is available via pharmacist prescribing in Alaska, making it accessible without an individual prescription.
Types of Treatment Available
| Program | Duration | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Detox | 5–10 days | $1,000–$5,000 | Alcohol, opioid, benzo withdrawal |
| Inpatient Rehab | 28–90 days | $6,000–$30,000 | Severe addiction, co-occurring disorders |
| PHP (Partial Hospitalization) | 2–4 weeks | $3,000–$10,000 | Step-down from inpatient, intensive support |
| IOP (Intensive Outpatient) | 2–4 months | $3,000–$10,000 | Work/school compatibility, 9-20 hrs/week |
| Outpatient | 3–12 months | $1,400–$10,000 | Mild-moderate, stable housing |
| MAT | 6–24+ months | $5,000–$15,000/yr | Opioid use disorder, relapse prevention |
Medicaid covers most programs for eligible residents. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.
Where to Find Help in Alaska
Treatment facilities in Alaska are concentrated in urban areas, with Anchorage leading with 33 centers, followed by Wasilla (9) and Fairbanks (6). For residents in rural areas, telehealth addiction counseling and out-of-area programs provide alternatives. Browse our full Alaska directory to filter by city, treatment type, and insurance accepted.
Last updated: March 2026 · Written by the RehabHive Editorial Team · Sources: SAMHSA, CDC WONDER, KFF
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