EnnHealth · Alcohol Use Care
The condition

Alcohol use disorder treatment

A medical condition with established treatments — evaluated and managed by a board-certified psychiatric provider over telehealth.

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What alcohol use disorder is

Alcohol use disorder is a medical diagnosis, defined by a pattern of drinking that continues despite causing problems — difficulty cutting down, cravings, needing more for the same effect, and drinking interfering with work, health, or relationships. It exists on a spectrum from mild to severe, and most people with it are not what the stereotype suggests.

Framing it as a medical condition is not a way of removing responsibility. It is what makes it treatable in the ordinary way medical conditions are treated: assessment, medication where it helps, follow-up, adjustment.

How it is treated here

  1. Evaluation. A 45–60 minute video visit covering your drinking pattern, health history, prior attempts, and your goal.
  2. Medication where appropriate. Most commonly naltrexone — FDA-approved for AUD since 1994, non-addictive, not a controlled substance.
  3. Follow-up. Monthly video visits and direct messaging between them, continuing as long as it is useful.
If you drink daily or heavily, read this first Stopping suddenly after sustained heavy drinking can cause withdrawal that is medically serious — shaking, sweating, a racing heart, confusion, or seizures. Do not stop on your own to "get ready" for treatment. Tell your provider how much and how often you drink; that information shapes how treatment is started safely. If you are in medical distress, call 911.

When telehealth is not the right level of care

Outpatient telehealth suits a large share of people with alcohol use disorder, but not everyone. Medically supervised withdrawal, inpatient care, or a higher level of monitoring is sometimes necessary — particularly with a history of withdrawal seizures or significant medical complications. If that is your situation, your provider will say so and help you find appropriate care rather than treating around it.

One important safety check Naltrexone is not safe to combine with opioids, including prescription pain medication. Your provider screens for this and other contraindications during your evaluation. Individual results vary, and naltrexone is not a substitute for emergency or detox care.

What it costs

Cash-pay — $149/month

  • Initial 45–60 minute evaluation
  • Naltrexone prescription, if appropriate for you
  • Monthly follow-up visits
  • Direct messaging with your provider

Medication is billed separately — generic naltrexone runs roughly $15–60/month at most pharmacies.

Insurance

  • Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Oscar, Ambetter, Medicare, Tricare, VA CCN, Carelon
  • Typical copay $0–$40 per visit

Benefit verification is required before your first visit — we confirm your coverage at no charge.

Ready when you are.

A 45–60 minute video evaluation with a board-certified psychiatric provider. Same-week appointments are typical.

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Common questions

Through a clinical evaluation against established criteria — things like unsuccessful attempts to cut down, craving, tolerance, and continued drinking despite consequences. Severity is graded mild, moderate, or severe. Only a licensed provider can make the diagnosis.

It is treatable and manageable, and many people reach a point where it no longer meaningfully affects their life. Clinicians generally talk about remission rather than cure, and outcomes vary between individuals.

Not necessarily. Residential programs are one level of care among several, and many people with mild to moderate alcohol use disorder are treated effectively as outpatients with medication and follow-up. The right level depends on severity, medical history, and withdrawal risk.

Yes. Naltrexone in particular is routinely started while someone is still drinking. Tell your provider your actual pattern so treatment can be started safely.

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This page is general health information, not medical advice, and does not create a provider–patient relationship. Only a licensed provider can diagnose alcohol use disorder or determine whether a particular medication is appropriate for you, after a full evaluation. Individual results vary. EnnHealth provides outpatient telehealth care and is not a detox or emergency service.