Addiction in Missouri
Missouri faces significant opioid, fentanyl, and methamphetamine challenges. St. Louis and Kansas City are overdose hotspots. Medicaid expansion was approved by voters in 2020.
Treatment Options in Missouri
Missouri offers treatment through the Department of Mental Health. MO HealthNet covers substance use treatment. The state has expanded MAT and crisis services.
Missouri Resources
- Medicaid: MO HealthNet (Missouri Medicaid)
- State Helpline: 1-800-811-4760 (Missouri Crisis Line)
- National Helpline: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | SAMHSA 1-800-662-4357
Major Cities in Missouri
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Missouri Medicaid cover rehab?
Yes, MO HealthNet covers substance use treatment including detox, residential, outpatient, and MAT.
How do I find treatment in Missouri?
Call the Missouri crisis line at 1-800-811-4760 or contact the Department of Mental Health.
What is the overdose situation in Missouri?
Missouri has among the highest overdose death rates in the country, driven primarily by fentanyl. Both St. Louis and Kansas City are heavily affected.
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