Rehab that Accepts HSE
Several rehabs accept coverage from HSE as payment for addiction treatment services. They offer several health schemes and medical cards to cover some or all costs related to medical care. Check your unique plan and speak with HSE representatives to learn more about your options and what they may cover.
About HSE
HSE is Ireland’s public health service and social care provider, offering various types of medical care, mental health care, medical cards, and other coverage schemes. Coverage schemes and medical cards help patients access private care, prescription drugs, and care abroad. Depending on eligibility, some services may come at no cost.
HSE Insurance Plan Options
HSE offers health insurance in Ireland. Each plan varies and may include different benefits. Their options include:
- Medical cards: free medical services, hospital care, and prescription medications
- European Health Insurance Card (EHIC): coverage for healthcare when travelling Europe
- GP (general practitioner) visit cards: cover primary care visits
- Northern Ireland Planned Healthcare Scheme: apply to have private healthcare in Northern Ireland refunded
- Long-Term Illness Scheme: free appliances and medicines for those with disabilities or long-term illnesses
- Medical Cannabis Products Reimbursement Scheme: can fund cannabis-based products when prescribed
- See the rest of their schemes and plans here .
You can login to your HSE account to learn more about your coverage options or apply for a medical card. HSE qualifies someone for medical card coverage based on income, expenses, marital status, and dependants. Others automatically qualify based on factors found here .
Addiction Treatment Options
HSE may cover inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment, including diagnostics, medical testing, and therapeutic treatments. The potential coverage and amount covered depends on your plan and reimbursement options.
HSE for Medical Detox
HSE medical cards may cover inpatient hospital treatment at hospitals approved for coverage, including medical detox services. Doctoral and nursing care, specialists fees, and accommodation may all fall under hospital care.
HSE and Addiction Counselling
HSE’s medical cards and coverage schemes may fund virtual and in-person counselling for mental health conditions and addiction.
Inpatient Rehab
Inpatient rehabs provide 24/7 supervision and support. You’ll participate in daily therapies and activities to build coping skills, heal underlying trauma, and connect with peers. Inpatient care lasts from 7-28+ days, depending on your unique needs.
HSE Funded Rehabs
Several rehabs may accept reimbursement from HSE medical cards to cover costs of treatment, including room and board, treatment services, and medications. Check with the rehab and HSE to see what’s covered and what you can expect to pay.