Through the use of Medicare, senior adults in Hidalgo who are struggling with drug or alcohol addiction can take advantage of numerous alcohol and drug rehab facilities which are available through their insurance. Quite a few outpatient programs around the Hidalgo area are covered through Medicare, but seniors may find that Medicare provides coverage for hospital stays necessary during alcohol and drug rehabilitation such as an inpatient or residential center. Medicare covers a full spectrum of treatment for alcohol and drug rehabilitation in Hidalgo including therapy, education, aftercare plans, and other services as recommended by doctors in the course of treatment. A type of treatment which Medicare plans do not cover is methadone maintenance programs for treatment of opiate dependence, so seniors will be required to take part in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program covered through Medicare that addresses opiate dependence through other methods. Seniors with Medicare can consult with their doctor or Medicare directly to determine what types of drug treatment programs are approved.