Alaska · Listings Checked October 2026
Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Alaska
Where Can You Get Addiction Treatment in Alaska?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 69 substance use treatment facilities in Alaska, in 27 cities. Of these, 59 accept Medicaid, 5 offer detox, 17 offer residential treatment, 6 are certified methadone clinics and 27 prescribe buprenorphine. The state agency for substance use treatment is the Division of Behavioral Health, Alaska Department of Health.
- 69Treatment facilities
- 59Accept Medicaid
- 5Offer detox
- 17Residential treatment
- 32Intensive outpatient
- 6Methadone clinics (OTP)
- 27Prescribe buprenorphine
- 38Sliding fee scale
- 39Programs for teens
- 20Programs for veterans
Treatment Facilities by City in Alaska
The Alaska cities with the most SAMHSA-listed substance use treatment facilities. All 27 cities are listed below the table. Each city page lists its facilities with services, payment and phone numbers.
| City | Facilities | Medicaid | Detox | Residential | Methadone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rehab in Anchorage | 15 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 2 |
| Rehab in Wasilla | 14 | 13 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| Rehab in Fairbanks | 6 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Rehab in Juneau | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Ketchikan | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Rehab in Barrow | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Homer | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Kenai | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Sitka | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Rehab in Soldotna | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Rehab in Wrangell | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Anderson | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Bethel | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Cordova | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Delta Junction | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Eagle River | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Girdwood | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Haines | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Klawock | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Rehab in Kodiak | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
All 27 Cities in Alaska With Treatment Facilities
State Treatment Agency
Division of Behavioral Health, Alaska Department of Health oversees substance use treatment in Alaska.
Treatment if You Don't Have Insurance
Many Alaska programs offer sliding-scale fees or state-funded options, and the state says no one should be turned away for not being able to pay.
Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Treatment in Alaska
Alaska has expanded Medicaid, so adults with low incomes can qualify based on income alone. Its Section 1115 waiver (Alaska 1115 Behavioral Health Medicaid Waiver) expands substance use treatment coverage. Covered services listed by the state include: Outpatient services (ASAM 1.0); Intensive outpatient (ASAM 2.1); Partial hospitalization; Ambulatory withdrawal management; Residential and inpatient withdrawal management; SUD residential treatment (ASAM 3.1, 3.3, 3.5); Medically monitored and managed inpatient services (ASAM 3.7, 4.0); Intensive case management.
Naloxone (Narcan)
Project HOPE gives Alaskans naloxone through a medical standing order under AS 17.20.085, with free kits available through Project HOPE partners and some public health centers. Naloxone nasal spray is also sold over the counter nationwide.
Good Samaritan Overdose Law
A person who in good faith seeks medical or law enforcement help for someone they believe is overdosing, stays until help arrives and cooperates, or who seeks help for their own overdose, cannot be prosecuted for certain drug possession offenses found because help was sought. (AS 11.71.311)
Involuntary Treatment and Protective Custody
AS 47.37.190 involuntary commitment: A spouse, guardian, relative, certifying physician or treatment facility administrator can petition a court for a 30-day involuntary commitment of a person who is incapacitated by alcohol or drugs or likely to physically harm others.
Guides for Your Next Step
Learn what detox, inpatient rehab and outpatient rehab involve, how medication for opioid use disorder works, and how to find rehab that takes Medicaid or free and low-cost rehab. Before you commit, read how to choose a rehab you can trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Rehab Centers Are in Alaska?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 69 substance use treatment facilities in Alaska (checked October 2026), the most in Anchorage (15).
How Many Rehabs in Alaska Accept Medicaid?
59 of the 69 listed facilities accept Medicaid. Confirm your specific plan when you call.
Where Are Methadone Clinics in Alaska?
6 federally certified opioid treatment programs (methadone clinics) are listed in Alaska. Use the methadone filter on any city page to find them.
Can You Get Free Rehab in Alaska?
Many Alaska programs offer sliding-scale fees or state-funded options, and the state says no one should be turned away for not being able to pay. 38 listed facilities offer a sliding fee scale, and 2 provide treatment at no charge.
Does Alaska Have a Good Samaritan Overdose Law?
A person who in good faith seeks medical or law enforcement help for someone they believe is overdosing, stays until help arrives and cooperates, or who seeks help for their own overdose, cannot be prosecuted for certain drug possession offenses found because help was sought.
Sources
- SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov listing data, checked October 2026
- Division of Behavioral Health, Alaska Department of Health website
- Get treatment help from the Alaska agency
- Alaska state-funded treatment
- Alaska Medicaid substance use coverage
- Section 1115 waiver details (Medicaid.gov)
- Alaska Medicaid eligibility
- Alaska naloxone information
- Alaska Good Samaritan law
- AS 47.37.190 involuntary commitment