California lawmakers order audit of taxpayer-funded drug rehab program
Earlier this month, Los Angeles authorities also terminated their contract with Pride Health Services, a clinic that former employees said billed for “ghost clients” who didn't show up for treatment. Rehab Racket 1: Pride Health Services Click for …
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Rehab racket: Frauds, felons and fakes
The populous Los Angeles region is one of the nation's top hot spots for health care fraud, and former state officials agree it is also ground zero for the rehab racket. Related: CNN/CIR probe spurs hearings on alleged fraud. Drug Medi-Cal paid out $ 94 …
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CNN/CIR rehab fraud investigation spurs lawmakers into action
"I'm hoping first to identify where the gaps are that allow the Drug Medi-Cal fraud to happen," he said. "Basically, what broke down?" State Sen. Ted Lieu, a Democrat who represents parts of Los Angeles County, called for an independent review of the …
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Question by Sugarbaby: Are there any free or discount drug rehabilitation out there?
A close friend of mine is addicted to Heroine, and Cocaine, and wants to get clean. she’s tried on her own, but continues to fall into that lifestyle. She wants to get professional help, but can’t afford it. We live in Los angeles. She’s trying to get MediCal, but even then it will be hard foe her to find a program she can afford. Anyone know of any free or discount re-hab programs or psycologists or something who coudl help her in California?

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Answer by mdbpdac
Here are a few links that I found. Below are some links that I found when doing a search for “low-cost drug rehab in California” The first two links have prices listed for various treatments. The last link, you have to call them and they will give you prices for treatment. I hope these links help. I wish you the best of luck in finding an affordable treatment.

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New Video from Best Drug Rehabilitation (BDR) Highlights Alarming Heroin …
A new video by Best Drug Rehabilitation treatment centers is highlighting heroin statistics in the US that even seasoned addiction counsellors and other experts who work in the field are calling an alarming wake-up call. The video, which Best Drug …
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LA County Officials Approve Review of Drug Treatment Clinics
On Tuesday, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion calling for a review of the county's authority over taxpayer-funded drug treatment clinics and its ability to stop payments to such facilities when they commit fraud …
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'Mandatory minimum' sentences to end for many drug offenders
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US Attorney's Office Indicts Burke Co. Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center, Its …
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LA County Official Calls for Review of Drug Treatment Clinics
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Results From Cocaine Abuse Study Could Lead To Better Treatment
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EDITORIAL: Quit abiding fraud in drug rehab program
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California officials reviewing rehab centers in wake of fraud reports
SACRAMENTO — California officials are conducting a statewide review of taxpayer-funded drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers in the wake of reports detailing fraud in the multimillion-dollar program. "We are deeply concerned," said Toby Douglas …
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16 California Drug And Alcohol Rehab Centers Suspended After Abuse And …
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