Does Blue Cross Blue Shield Cover Addiction Treatment in Texas?
Blue Cross Blue Shield does cover addiction treatment in Texas. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires all long-term health plans to cover 10 essential health benefits, which include mental health and substance use treatment.2
This means that BCBS insurance may cover some or all of the cost of medically necessary addiction treatment in the state of Texas. However, it’s important to reach out to your BCBS provider before committing to treatment to determine the extent of your coverage.