We list 122 sliding scale rehabs in Tennessee, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data, with the most in Memphis (13), Chattanooga (6), and Johnson City (6). Compare services, insurance accepted and accreditation, or call for free help choosing.
Sliding Scale Fees: the basics
Sliding-scale rehab programs charge based on what you can afford, usually using your income and household size. The lower your income, the less you pay, and some people pay very little. Community health centers, nonprofit programs and publicly funded clinics often use sliding fees. You'll usually need to show proof of income. 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: 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: 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.
Best for: Detox and residential careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers residential care, PHP, IOP, and outpatient care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
Best for: Intensive outpatient careCARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
Best for: Private-pay residential careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis 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, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
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 self-pay.
Best for: Intensive outpatient careJoint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and TRICARE.
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.
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.
Newport, TN 37822
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Sliding scale · State-funded
“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.
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.
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.
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.
Jackson, TN 38301
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38105
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Self-pay · Sliding scale · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Oneida, TN 37841
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Chattanooga, TN 37405
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Cookeville, TN 38506
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Johnson City, TN 37615
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38104
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Memphis, TN 38104
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 37228
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Paris, TN 38242
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · TRICARE +2 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.
Memphis, TN 38119
Joint Commission accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Paris, TN 38242
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Trenton, TN 38382
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Johnson City, TN 37604
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Clarksville, TN 37040
Joint Commission · CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +4 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
Chattanooga, TN 37421
CARF accredited
Levels of care
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
We list 122 sliding scale rehabs in Tennessee, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026).
The most listings are in Memphis (13), Chattanooga (6), and Johnson City (6).
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.
