If someone must receive treatment for drug addiction and is fortunate enough to be covered through health insurance, most drug treatment programs in South Shore accept payment in the form of health insurance and will work with potential clients to find out what is and is not insured. Most private health insurance companies cover outpatient and residential drug and alcohol treatment, but the time in rehab which is considered covered can fluctuate. Private health insurance most often covers the first month of alcohol and drug treatment, but there are people whose coverage is more extensive and can cover a more long-term time in a drug rehabilitation program. It is best to speak with their insurance company as soon as possible with the help of their rehabilitation facility to figure out which services may be covered by their private health insurance.