Iowa · Listings Checked October 2026
Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Iowa
Where Can You Get Addiction Treatment in Iowa?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 203 substance use treatment facilities in Iowa, in 100 cities. Of these, 194 accept Medicaid, 13 offer detox, 38 offer residential treatment, 7 are certified methadone clinics and 74 prescribe buprenorphine. The state agency for substance use treatment is the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS). Your Life Iowa answers at 855-581-8111 (text 855-895-8398) (24/7).
- 203Treatment facilities
- 194Accept Medicaid
- 13Offer detox
- 38Residential treatment
- 81Intensive outpatient
- 7Methadone clinics (OTP)
- 74Prescribe buprenorphine
- 142Sliding fee scale
- 156Programs for teens
- 58Programs for veterans
Treatment Facilities by City in Iowa
The Iowa cities with the most SAMHSA-listed substance use treatment facilities. All 100 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 Des Moines | 15 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Rehab in Cedar Rapids | 13 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Rehab in Sioux City | 12 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Rehab in Fort Dodge | 6 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Rehab in Iowa City | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Rehab in Davenport | 5 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Rehab in Ottumwa | 5 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Rehab in Council Bluffs | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Rehab in Newton | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Rehab in Waterloo | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Rehab in Ames | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Rehab in Carroll | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Clinton | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Rehab in Mason City | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Rehab in Oskaloosa | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Sac City | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Spencer | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in Spirit Lake | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rehab in West Des Moines | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Rehab in Ankeny | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
All 100 Cities in Iowa With Treatment Facilities
- Rehab in Adair 1
- Rehab in Adel 1
- Rehab in Albia 1
- Rehab in Algona 1
- Rehab in Allison 1
- Rehab in Anamosa 1
- Rehab in Atlantic 2
- Rehab in Audubon 1
- Rehab in Bayard 1
- Rehab in Belmond 1
- Rehab in Bettendorf 1
- Rehab in Bloomfield 1
- Rehab in Burlington 2
- Rehab in Centerville 2
- Rehab in Chariton 2
- Rehab in Charles City 1
- Rehab in Cherokee 2
- Rehab in Clarinda 2
- Rehab in Clarion 2
- Rehab in Clarksville 1
- Rehab in Clive 1
- Rehab in Conroy 1
- Rehab in Coralville 1
- Rehab in Corydon 2
- Rehab in Creston 2
- Rehab in Decorah 1
- Rehab in Denison 1
- Rehab in Dubuque 2
- Rehab in Eldora 1
- Rehab in Emmetsburg 1
- Rehab in Estherville 1
- Rehab in Fairfield 2
- Rehab in Forest City 1
- Rehab in Fredericksburg 1
- Rehab in Garner 1
- Rehab in Greenfield 1
- Rehab in Grinnell 1
- Rehab in Guthrie Center 1
- Rehab in Hampton 1
- Rehab in Humboldt 1
- Rehab in Ida Grove 1
- Rehab in Independence 1
- Rehab in Indianola 2
- Rehab in Jefferson 2
- Rehab in Keokuk 2
- Rehab in Keosauqua 1
- Rehab in Knoxville 1
- Rehab in Lamoni 1
- Rehab in Le Mars 2
- Rehab in Leon 1
- Rehab in Lisbon 1
- Rehab in Manchester 1
- Rehab in Manning 1
- Rehab in Maquoketa 1
- Rehab in Marshalltown 2
- Rehab in Mount Pleasant 1
- Rehab in Muscatine 1
- Rehab in Oelwein 1
- Rehab in Osceola 2
- Rehab in Pella 1
- Rehab in Perry 2
- Rehab in Pleasant Hill 1
- Rehab in Prairie City 1
- Rehab in Red Oak 1
- Rehab in Rockwell City 1
- Rehab in Seymour 1
- Rehab in Sheldon 1
- Rehab in Shenandoah 1
- Rehab in Sigourney 1
- Rehab in Sioux Center 1
- Rehab in Storm Lake 2
- Rehab in Tama 1
- Rehab in Urbandale 2
- Rehab in Vinton 1
- Rehab in Wapello 1
- Rehab in Washington 1
- Rehab in Waukon 1
- Rehab in Waverly 1
- Rehab in Webster City 1
- Rehab in West Burlington 1
State Treatment Agency
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS) oversees substance use treatment in Iowa.
Iowa Treatment Helpline
Your Life Iowa: 855-581-8111 (text 855-895-8398), 24/7.
Treatment if You Don't Have Insurance
Iowa says there is no wrong door to mental health and substance use services: Safety Net providers, such as certified community behavioral health clinics and community mental health centers, help people with low income or no insurance.
Medicaid Coverage for Addiction Treatment in Iowa
Iowa's Medicaid program is Iowa Medicaid (IA Health Link; Iowa Health and Wellness Plan for expansion adults). Iowa has expanded Medicaid, so adults with low incomes can qualify based on income alone.
Check a Program's License
Before you choose a program, confirm it is licensed using the Iowa HHS SUD Licensure Provider List (PDF).
Sober Living Homes in Iowa
Iowa's recovery residence program: Iowa recovery residence certification based on NARR standards (Iowa HHS, created 2022).
Naloxone (Narcan)
Iowa HHS provides free naloxone nasal spray through organizations and community distribution sites, which are listed on its Naloxone Distribution Sites page. Naloxone nasal spray is also sold over the counter nationwide.
Good Samaritan Overdose Law
Information gathered because a person in good faith sought medical help for a drug overdose can't be used as evidence against the overdose patient or the first person who called for help (if they stay and cooperate) for drug possession or sharing without profit, and can't be used to revoke probation or parole; the protection applies only once per person. (Iowa Code 124.418)
Involuntary Treatment and Protective Custody
Iowa Code chapter 125 involuntary commitment for substance use disorder: Any interested person can file a verified application with the district court clerk to start involuntary commitment or treatment of someone whose substance use disorder makes them a danger to themselves or others and leaves them unable to make sound decisions about treatment.
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 Iowa?
SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov lists 203 substance use treatment facilities in Iowa (checked October 2026), the most in Des Moines (15).
How Many Rehabs in Iowa Accept Medicaid?
194 of the 203 listed facilities accept Medicaid. Confirm your specific plan when you call.
Where Are Methadone Clinics in Iowa?
7 federally certified opioid treatment programs (methadone clinics) are listed in Iowa. Use the methadone filter on any city page to find them.
Can You Get Free Rehab in Iowa?
Iowa says there is no wrong door to mental health and substance use services: Safety Net providers, such as certified community behavioral health clinics and community mental health centers, help people with low income or no insurance. 142 listed facilities offer a sliding fee scale, and 0 provide treatment at no charge.
Does Iowa Have a Good Samaritan Overdose Law?
Information gathered because a person in good faith sought medical help for a drug overdose can't be used as evidence against the overdose patient or the first person who called for help (if they stay and cooperate) for drug possession or sharing without profit, and can't be used to revoke probation or parole; the protection applies only once per person.
Sources
- SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov listing data, checked October 2026
- Iowa Department of Health and Human Services website
- Get treatment help from the Iowa agency
- About Your Life Iowa
- Iowa Medicaid eligibility
- Iowa HHS SUD Licensure Provider List (PDF)
- Iowa recovery residence program
- Iowa naloxone information
- Iowa Good Samaritan law
- Iowa Code chapter 125 involuntary commitment for substance use disorder