We list 64 inpatient rehab centers in Kentucky, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data, with the most in Louisville (8), Morehead (6), and Hopkinsville (4). Compare services, insurance accepted and accreditation, or call for free help choosing.
Inpatient / Residential: the basics
Inpatient rehab, also called residential treatment, is live-in addiction care where you stay at a licensed facility around the clock and take part in daily therapy, groups and medical care. Stays often last about 30 to 90 days. It fits people who need more structure than outpatient care can give. Search below to find inpatient rehab centers near you. Read the full guide →
2026 rankings
Ranked by the StartDrugRehab Score: accreditation, levels of care, patient ratings and payment options. Featured or claimed status never affects rank. How we rank
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Best for: Residential treatmentJoint CommissionCARF
Why it made our list: Joint Commission, CARF, COA, and NCQA accredited; offers residential care, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts Medicaid and sliding-scale fees.
Best for: Residential treatmentCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers residential care, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Residential treatmentCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers residential care, IOP, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Veterans (VA care)Joint CommissionCARF
Why it made our list: Joint Commission and CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
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Nicholasville, KY 40356
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Bardstown, KY 40004
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Elizabethtown, KY 42702
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Mammoth Cave, KY 42259
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
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Bowling Green, KY 42101
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nicholasville, KY 40356
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
London, KY 40741
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Louisville, KY 40206
Joint Commission · CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Richmond, KY 40475
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Louisville, KY 40202
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Scottsville, KY 42164
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
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Ashland, KY 41101
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Pikeville, KY 41501
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Ashland, KY 41101
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Saint Catharine, KY 40061
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Lexington, KY 40504
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Fort Thomas, KY 41075
Joint Commission · CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Lancaster, KY 40444
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Lancaster, KY 40444
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Inez, KY 41224
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Self-pay · Sliding scale +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Rush, KY 41168
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Louisville, KY 40202
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
London, KY 40741
Joint Commission · CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Corbin, KY 40701
Joint Commission · CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
We list 64 inpatient rehab centers in Kentucky, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026).
The most listings are in Louisville (8), Morehead (6), and Hopkinsville (4).
Look for state licensing and accreditation (The Joint Commission or CARF), the right level of care for your needs, evidence-based therapies, and insurance compatibility. Read our guide to choosing a rehab or call (833) 589-6933 to talk it through.
Most private plans and Medicaid cover substance use treatment when it's medically necessary, but benefits vary by plan and network. Call (833) 589-6933 for a free, confidential benefits check.
Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Listings are not endorsements.
