How to Open a Rehab in Nevada
A How to Guide to Opening a Drug Rehab in Nevada
Between long expanses of barren desert and the flashy non-stop party in Las Vegas lies a population of 3.1 million people, The need for high quality drug rehabs couldn’t be greater. Opening a drug rehab in Nevada is a noble cause. At Orion Treatment Consulting, we’d be happy to guide the way.
Unfortunately the numbers are clear and the need for addiction treatment. In 2019, 510 drug overdose people died from a preventable disease. Equally upsetting is that there were another 788 drug overdose deaths of unintentional/undetermined intent the following year.
That’s almost a 1,000 lives that could have been saved. Sure not everyone finds sobriety but it’s fair to say they deserved a shot at evidenced based treatment.
A Lack of Accessible Substance Abuse Treatment
Surprisingly one minority population stands out as requiring the most need. From 2019 to 2020, drug overdose deaths among all races and ethnicities in Nevada increased 54.5% (from 510 to 788). This is disheartening but then compare it with 119.7% (from 66 to 145) among Hispanic persons (Table).
In terms of demographics in 2020, 68% of the opioid-related emergency department encounters were White non- Hispanic. In the hospital, 68% of the inpatient admissions were White non-Hispanic and were most prevalent among 25-34 years old Nevada residents (24%).
Where you open you addiction treatment center, what level of care you will provide and the population you target should be carefully chosen to maximize benefits to local communities.
How to License an Drug Rehab in Nevada
In Nevada, addiction treatment centers are legally classified as “facilities for the dependent” rather than being categorized as “medical facilities.” Despite this classification, addiction treatment centers in Nevada are still obligated to obtain the necessary licenses to provide treatment services within the state. This licensing requirement is in place to ensure that these facilities adhere to specific standards and regulations, guaranteeing the safety and well-being of individuals seeking addiction treatment.
All behavioral health license applications and requirements can be found at the Department of Health and Human Services Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) website.
Documentation Required for Licensing a Drug Rehab in Nevada
- Certification of program by SAPTA (Substance Abuse Prevention Treatment Agency)
- Notarized application form
- Proof of zoning approval from city and/or county, if applicable
- Proof of insurance
- Lease agreement (if your facility is leased)
- Business structure information, such as partnership agreement, articles of incorporation, and governing body bylaws as relevant
- Three years of business history and/or resumes, along with three letters of reference for each corporate officer
- Financial status information and/or financial statements
- Resume and three letters of reference for your administrator
- Certificate of a successful State Fire Marshal inspection
- Criminal background checks for all relevant parties
- Floor plan with dimensions
- Medical labs attestation
- Plan review application if your facility involves new construction
- Permit for the kitchen, if applicable
- An 8” x 11” photograph of the existing facility or an estimated date of completed construction for new buildings
While many of these requirements are not unique to Nevada, it is notable that the state combines these elements into a single, comprehensive licensing application. This sets Nevada apart, as most states typically do not require such an extensive array of supporting documentation for addiction treatment center licensing.
Why Hire a Drug Rehab Consultant?
Nevada has much need and potential but their licensure is one of p the most expensive and extensive. At Orion Treatment Consulting we’ve opened dozens of behavioral health facilities. We have adapted our workflows to best manage the stress of opening a drug rehab.
Regardless of level of care of location, the need to develop a policies and procedures based on the specific requirements of Nevada is a painstaking process. Let us help so you can focus on other aspects of building your business. Reach out today.