Understanding available resources for substance misuse and addiction

Aug. 2025Important Notices

Information available on the internet can be overwhelming when searching on the topic of substance misuse and addiction. UPMC Health Plan has a dedicated webpage containing information and links to treatment service options, harm reduction services, and other supports. The webpage includes local, state, and national resources to help streamline the search process for members and their families who may be experiencing challenges related to substance misuse and addiction, and for providers who may be looking for information on how to best support their patients.  

The webpage provides links to:

  • Resources on identifying signs of overdose and how to respond to an overdose event.
  • Substance use treatment services and supports, including medication treatment options for alcohol, opioids, and tobacco; inpatient withdrawal management and residential treatment services; outpatient; crisis support; and peer recovery services.
  • State-funded resources for substance misuse and addiction and other social determinants of health for Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New York.
  • Harm reduction services.
  • Crisis information.
  • Support group information for individuals and for families.

Visit upmchealthplan.com/members/condition-support/substance-misuse-and-addiction for more information.

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