First Health Network Insurance – An In-depth Guide

Content Reviewed By:

Andrew McKenna - JD

SUD treatment executive, national news contributor & keynote speaker.

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• Overview
• What Types of Addiction Treatment Services Does First Health Network Cover?
• How Do I Know A Treatment Center Will Accept First Health?
• Find Rehabs That Take First Health Network Plans

Overview

First Health Network is a subsidiary of Aetna that partners with over one million care providers across the country to provide a wide array of primary care services and clinical treatments for those struggling with substance use disorder. They are a Preferred Partner Organization (PPO) that covers a nationwide network of behavioral health treatment centers to make treatment as accessible as possible. 

Factors determining coverage include, but are not limited to plan type, insurance provider, clinical needs, and state of residence. If you or your loved one are struggling with alcohol or drug use disorder, you may be able you use your insurance coverage to access care at a First Health Network treatment provider. 

What Types of Addiction Treatment Services Does First Health Network Cover?

Member benefits may vary depending on their tier of coverage and plan type, but some of the more common types of treatment covered by First Health Network may include, but are not limited to: 

• Medical detox and withdrawal management 
• Inpatient/residential rehab
• Intensive outpatient rehab programs (IOP)
• Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder 
• Partial hospitalization programs
• Online therapy with certified mental health professionals

First Health Network plans may also cover treatment for co-occurring mental health issues that often accompany alcohol or drug use disorder. 

How Do I Know A Treatment Center Will Accept First Health?

The fastest ways to identify what your plan covers and where you can find treatment is by contacting your First Health Network insurance representative and getting a full explanation of your benefits. Your representative can also help you locate a treatment provider in your area that can adequately meet your clinical and lifestyle needs. You can also contact the treatment center you’re considering to find out directly if they accept First Health Network plans and what is covered at their facility. 

Find Rehabs That Take First Health Network Plans

Use our directory of rehab centers that accept First Health Network Plans