We list 312 self-pay rehabs in Tennessee, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data, with the most in Nashville (23), Knoxville (23), and Memphis (21). Compare services, insurance accepted and accreditation, or call for free help choosing.
Cash / Self-Pay: the basics
You can pay for rehab yourself, often called self-pay or private pay. Costs vary widely by level of care, location, length of stay and amenities, so outpatient care usually costs far less than residential treatment. Many programs offer payment plans or discounts, and you can often use HSA or FSA funds for treatment. 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 careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance and self-pay.
Best for: Supervised detoxCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, PHP, IOP, and outpatient care; 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 IOP; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Supervised detoxJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, PHP, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, PHP, and IOP; accepts private insurance, self-pay, and sliding-scale fees.
Memphis, TN 38118
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · Self-pay · Sliding scale +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Chattanooga, TN 37405
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37203
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Brentwood, TN 37027
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Palmyra, TN 37142
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Columbia, TN 38401
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Hohenwald, TN 38462
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37209
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Dickson, TN 37055
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Johnson City, TN 37601
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Mountain Home, TN 37684
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Norris, TN 37828
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Knoxville, TN 37920
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37212
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37206
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
La Vergne, TN 37086
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Franklin, TN 37067
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Louisville, TN 37777
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Knoxville, TN 37921
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Knoxville, TN 37919
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Brentwood, TN 37027
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38105
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37220
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Louisville, TN 37777
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Brentwood, TN 37027
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Jackson, TN 38305
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Nashville, TN 37203
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
We list 312 self-pay rehabs in Tennessee, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026).
The most listings are in Nashville (23), Knoxville (23), and Memphis (21).
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.
