84: The Rising Cost of Rehab with German Lopez84: The Rising Cost of Rehab with German Lopez
The Addicted Mind Podcast
Today, our guest is German Lopez. German a writer and he is currently doing a project called The Rehab Racket, which involves looking into addiction treatment, exploring some of the issues associated with it, and bringing them to light. This...
38:00•23 Jan 2020
German Lopez on the Hidden Costs and Challenges of Addiction Treatment
“I think what has really stuck to me is that even the people who I eventually found something that really worked well for them got them into recovery and has helped them massively.”
Ever wondered why addiction treatment can be so hard to access and afford? In this episode of 'The Addicted Mind Podcast', host Duane Osterlind chats with German Lopez, a senior correspondent at Vox.com, who has been digging deep into these very issues. German's project, The Rehab Racket, aims to expose the financial and quality barriers within the addiction treatment industry in the US.
With over 1,100 submissions from patients and families, German sheds light on their struggles to find effective and affordable care. He discusses how insurance hurdles and high costs often leave people without the help they need. You'll hear real stories from those who have navigated this challenging landscape and learn why evidence-based treatments are still scarce in this young field. German also highlights the importance of treating people with respect and dignity, which can significantly impact recovery outcomes.
If you're curious about what needs to change in addiction treatment, or if you or someone you know is facing these challenges, this episode offers eye-opening insights and hopeful solutions.
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