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Understanding substance use disorders


If you or someone you know is in a crisis, call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741.

Substance use disorders (SUDs) involve patterns of alcohol or drug use that impact health, relationships or daily functioning. They are medical conditions that require professional support—not judgment. Your health plan supports programs and services that address physical, emotional and behavioral factors that contribute to addiction.

Common concerns include:

  • Alcohol use disorder
  • Opioid misuse
  • Prescription medication dependency
  • Stimulant or methamphetamine use
  • Polysubstance use
  • Co‑occurring mental health conditions (anxiety, depression, trauma)

Find in-network services by signing in to Blueprint Portal

Virtual substance use support

Virtual sessions allow individuals to access therapy, counseling and ongoing follow-up care from the privacy of home - removing barriers related to transportation, scheduling or stigma. You may have access to virtual programs and support with your health plan in Blueprint Portal, our members-only website and app.

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Peer support

Peer support creates connection and accountability through helping individuals feel understood, supported and encouraged throughout their recovery journey. Peer support specialists are certified and work with those who struggle with substance use, mental health or psychological trauma.

Research indicates working with peer support leads to positive outcomes such as staying in treatment longer, having stable housing and living a better quality of life.

You can search in your community for peer support programs by searching for “peer recovery coaching.”

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Naloxone (Narcan) pharmacy benefit

Naloxone is a medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdose. Naloxone is available at no cost, with no questions asked, on most of our health plans. Having naloxone on hand can save a life by reversing the effects of opioids in an emergency.

Ask your primary care provider (PCP) or pharmacist about a prescription.

Lucet Health

Many of our health plans have access to Lucet for behavioral health support. Lucet is a behavioral health company that helps connect members to mental health and substance use care. You can also find free resources on their website. Sign in to Blueprint Portal to see what’s available on your health plan.

Lucet’s Substance Use Prevention Toolkit

Sober Sidekick

Sober Sidekick is an app and social network that helps you maintain your sobriety by connecting with a community of people who know what you’re dealing with.

Visit Sober Sidekick