Research
Access to Recovery Services Help Contain Medical Costs for Chemically Dependent Clients
The report analyzes the Washington State Access to Recovery (ATR) program's ability to improve access to addiction treatment and recovery services. The initiative began in 2004 and was renewed in 2007 to continue through 2010.
Key points from the study include:
- Clients who received ATR services had lower ($66) average monthly medical costs compared to clients who did not receive ATR services.
- ATR was associated with a $10 reduction in Emergency Department costs per member per month.
