Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover rehab in Chicago, IL?

Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield covers substance abuse treatment in Chicago under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. Coverage includes medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, standard outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment.

Verifying your Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits

Call the behavioral health number on your Blue Cross Blue Shield card. Ask about substance abuse benefits, deductible, copay, prior authorization, and in-network facilities in Chicago. Most treatment facilities verify your insurance for free.

Finding in-network facilities

Search our directory for facilities in Chicago accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield. Call facilities directly to verify current network status. Out-of-network benefits may also apply.

If denied

Request peer-to-peer review. File internal appeal. Request independent external review. See our appeal guide.