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Des Moines, Iowa · 15 licensed programs

10 Best Rehab Centers in Des Moines, IA (2026)

Des Moines, IA has 15 licensed drug and alcohol treatment facilities listed in SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data: 5 provide residential (inpatient) care, 9 offer medication-assisted treatment, and 15 accept Iowa Medicaid. Compare levels of care, insurance accepted and accreditation below.

  • 15Treatment facilities
  • 0Offer detox
  • 5Inpatient / residential
  • 15Accept Medicaid

2026 rankings

Top 10 rehab centers in Des Moines, IA

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. MercyOne House Mercy – Des Moines

    Des Moines, IA

    8.0ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.0 out of 10
    3.7Google12 reviews

    Best for: Residential treatmentCARF

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

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  2. Orchard Place – Pace

    Des Moines, IA

    7.6Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.6 out of 10
    4.6Google27 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

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

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  3. Covert Action LLC – Des Moines

    Des Moines, IA

    7.6Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.6 out of 10
    4.3Google42 reviews

    Best for: Methadone treatmentCARF

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

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  4. Youth and Shelter Services – Rooftop Gardens OP

    Des Moines, IA

    7.4Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10
    5.0Google1 review

    Best for: Outpatient care with MATCARF

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

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  5. Youth and Shelter Services (YSS) – Ihyc

    Des Moines, IA

    7.4Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10

    Best for: Outpatient care with MATCARF

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

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  6. Community and Family Resources – Des Moines/Bernie Lorenz Recovery

    Des Moines, IA

    7.2Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.2 out of 10
    3.6Google11 reviews

    Best for: Residential treatmentCARF

    Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.

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  7. Bridges of Iowa Inc

    Des Moines, IA

    7.1Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.1 out of 10
    3.1Google8 reviews

    Best for: Residential treatmentCARF

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

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  8. BHG Des Moines Treatment Center

    Des Moines, IA

    7.0Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.0 out of 10
    3.7Google30 reviews

    Best for: Outpatient care with MATJoint Commission

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

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  9. New Connections – Broadlawns Medical Center

    Des Moines, IA

    6.9GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.9 out of 10
    3.1Google477 reviews

    Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission

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

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  10. Powell Chemical Dependency Program – Iowa Lutheran Hospital

    Des Moines, IA

    6.8GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.8 out of 10
    3.9Google23 reviews

    Best for: Residential treatment

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

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8.0ExcellentStartDrugRehab Score 8.0 out of 10
3.7Google12 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

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

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more

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

Bridges of Iowa Inc

Des Moines, IA 50309

7.1Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.1 out of 10
3.1Google8 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay

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

7.2Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.2 out of 10
3.6Google11 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
Inpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more

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

6.5GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.5 out of 10
3.0Google29 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Telehealth

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more

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

6.8GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.8 out of 10
3.0Google29 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more

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

Covert Action LLC – Des Moines

Des Moines, IA 50309

7.6Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.6 out of 10
4.3Google42 reviews

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Methadone Clinic
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more

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

6.9GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.9 out of 10
3.1Google477 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Public
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

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

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance

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

Orchard Place – Pace

Des Moines, IA 50309

7.6Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.6 out of 10
4.6Google27 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Intensive Outpatient
  • Outpatient
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay

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

7.4Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10
5.0Google1 review

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 more

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

7.4Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10

CARF accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 more

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

BHG Des Moines Treatment Center

Des Moines, IA 50314

7.0Very goodStartDrugRehab Score 7.0 out of 10
3.7Google30 reviews

Joint Commission accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Telehealth

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

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

6.8GoodStartDrugRehab Score 6.8 out of 10
3.9Google23 reviews
Setting
In/Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Inpatient / Residential
  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Intensive Outpatient
  • +2 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more

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

Axial Clinic IA PC – Wayspring

Des Moines, IA 50309

5.9FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.9 out of 10
5.0Google2 reviews
Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Offered

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • +1 more

Payment accepted

Medicaid

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

Children and Families of Iowa

Des Moines, IA 50314

5.7FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.7 out of 10
2.6Google12 reviews

COA accredited

Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Nonprofit
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Telehealth

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more

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

5.5FairStartDrugRehab Score 5.5 out of 10
3.4Google20 reviews
Setting
Outpatient
Operator
Private
MAT
Not listed

Levels of care

  • Outpatient
  • Dual Diagnosis

Payment accepted

Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay

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

Levels of care available in Des Moines

Level of careFacilities in Des MoinesStatewide
Inpatient / Residential5 in Des Moines36 in IA
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)219 in IA
Intensive Outpatient (IOP)5 in Des Moines82 in IA
Outpatient13 in Des Moines186 in IA
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)9 in Des Moines113 in IA
Methadone Clinic (OTP)17 in IA
Dual Diagnosis12 in Des Moines159 in IA
Sober Living / Transitional Housing3 in Des Moines26 in IA
Telehealth11 in Des Moines162 in IA
Mental Health Treatment117 in IA

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Frequently asked questions

How many drug and alcohol rehab centers are in Des Moines, IA?

Our directory lists 15 licensed substance use treatment facilities in Des Moines, IA, 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 Des Moines, IA?

No facilities in Des Moines, IA list detox services in SAMHSA's data. Nearby cities may offer detox, or call (833) 589-6933 and an admissions specialist can help you find the closest option.

Which rehabs in Des Moines, IA accept Iowa Medicaid?

15 facilities in Des Moines, IA report accepting Medicaid (Iowa Medicaid). Coverage depends on your plan and the program's network, so confirm before admission.

Do rehabs in Des Moines, IA take private insurance?

14 facilities in Des Moines, IA 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 Des Moines, IA?

5 facilities in Des Moines, IA 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 Des Moines, IA?

Yes. 9 programs in Des Moines, IA 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.