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Birmingham, Alabama · 13 licensed programs

10 Best Rehab Centers in Birmingham, AL (2026)

Birmingham, AL has 13 licensed drug and alcohol treatment facilities listed in SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data: 3 offer detox, 4 provide residential (inpatient) care, 11 offer medication-assisted treatment, and 6 accept Alabama Medicaid. Compare levels of care, insurance accepted and accreditation below.

  • 13Treatment facilities
  • 3Offer detox
  • 4Inpatient / residential
  • 6Accept Medicaid

2026 rankings

Top 10 rehab centers in Birmingham, AL

Ranked by the StartDrugRehab Score: accreditation, levels of care, patient ratings and payment options. Featured or claimed status never affects rank. How we rank

  1. Pathway Healthcare

    Birmingham, AL

    8.1ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.1 out of 10
    4.6Google93 reviews

    Best for: Supervised detoxJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  2. Birmingham VA Healthcare System – Birmingham East VA East Clinic

    Birmingham, AL

    7.9Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
    3.4Google8 reviews

    Best for: Veterans (VA care)Joint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers residential care, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  3. Tri County Treatment Center – Metro Treatment of Alabama LP

    Birmingham, AL

    7.8Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.8 out of 10
    4.0Google45 reviews

    Best for: Supervised detoxCARF

    Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, outpatient care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  4. Birmingham Metro Treatment Center – Metro Treatment of Alabama LP

    Birmingham, AL

    7.2Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.2 out of 10
    4.2Google45 reviews

    Best for: Methadone treatmentCARF

    Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers outpatient care and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  5. Bradford Health Services – Birmingham Regional Office/Jefferson

    Birmingham, AL

    7.1Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.1 out of 10
    3.2Google22 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance and self-pay.

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  6. University of Alabama at Birmingham – Addiction Recovery Program

    Birmingham, AL

    7.0Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.0 out of 10

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

    Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers IOP and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicare, and TRICARE.

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  7. AppleGate Recovery Birmingham

    Birmingham, AL

    6.4GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.4 out of 10
    4.6Google96 reviews

    Best for: Supervised detox

    Why it made our list: Offers detox, outpatient care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts self-pay.

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  8. Fellowship House Inc

    Birmingham, AL

    6.3GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.3 out of 10
    4.4Google233 reviews

    Best for: Residential treatment

    Why it made our list: Offers residential care, outpatient care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts self-pay and sliding-scale fees.

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  9. AIDS Alabama Inc

    Birmingham, AL

    6.2GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.2 out of 10

    Best for: Intensive outpatient care

    Why it made our list: Offers IOP, outpatient care, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.

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  10. Aletheia House – Mothers Hope Residential

    Birmingham, AL

    5.5FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.5 out of 10
    5.0Google2 reviews

    Best for: Residential treatment

    Why it made our list: Offers residential care and MAT.

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7.9Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
3.4Google8 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Public
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +4 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

7.8Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.8 out of 10
4.0Google45 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +3 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Pathway Healthcare

Birmingham, AL 35235

8.1ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.1 out of 10
4.6Google93 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

7.2Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.2 out of 10
4.2Google45 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Methadone Clinic
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

7.1Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.1 out of 10
3.2Google22 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Private insurance · Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

AppleGate Recovery Birmingham

Birmingham, AL 35209

6.4GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.4 out of 10
4.6Google96 reviews
Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Detox
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Self-pay

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Fellowship House Inc

Birmingham, AL 35205

6.3GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.3 out of 10
4.4Google233 reviews
Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Self-pay · Sliding scale · State-funded

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

5.5FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.5 out of 10
5.0Google2 reviews
Setting
Inpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment

Payment accepted

State-funded

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

AIDS Alabama Inc

Birmingham, AL 35218

6.2GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.2 out of 10
Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Dual Diagnosis

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

5.9FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.9 out of 10
Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Public
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Self-pay · Sliding scale +1 more

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

5.1FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.1 out of 10
3.4Google52 reviews
Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient

Payment accepted

State-funded

“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.

Levels of care available in Birmingham

Level of careFacilities in BirminghamStatewide
Detox3 in Birmingham22 in AL
Inpatient / Residential4 in Birmingham28 in AL
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)18 in AL
Intensive Outpatient (IOP)7 in Birmingham37 in AL
Outpatient10 in Birmingham82 in AL
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)11 in Birmingham64 in AL
Methadone Clinic (OTP)217 in AL
Dual Diagnosis5 in Birmingham68 in AL
Sober Living / Transitional Housing4 in Birmingham101 in AL
Telehealth9 in Birmingham82 in AL
Mental Health Treatment4 in Birmingham23 in AL
Eating Disorder Treatment24 in AL

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Frequently asked questions

How many drug and alcohol rehab centers are in Birmingham, AL?

Our directory lists 13 licensed substance use treatment facilities in Birmingham, AL, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026). Listings include outpatient, residential, detox and medication-assisted treatment programs.

Are there detox centers in Birmingham, AL?

Yes. 3 programs in Birmingham, AL offer detoxification (medically supervised withdrawal) services. Alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal can be dangerous, so medical supervision is strongly recommended.

Which rehabs in Birmingham, AL accept Alabama Medicaid?

6 facilities in Birmingham, AL report accepting Medicaid (Alabama Medicaid). Coverage depends on your plan and the program's network, so confirm before admission.

Do rehabs in Birmingham, AL take private insurance?

7 facilities in Birmingham, AL accept private health insurance. Benefits vary by plan (deductibles, prior authorization, in- vs. out-of-network). Call (833) 589-6933 for a free insurance check.

Is there inpatient rehab in Birmingham, AL?

4 facilities in Birmingham, AL offer residential (inpatient) treatment, where you live on site 24/7 while in care. Learn more about inpatient rehab.

Can I get medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in Birmingham, AL?

Yes. 11 programs in Birmingham, AL use FDA-approved medications such as buprenorphine, naltrexone or methadone. See our guide to MAT.

Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Listings are not endorsements.