Availability of Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services in South Florida: A Cross-Sectional Study Using Survey and Directory Data

Availability of Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services in South Florida: A Cross-Sectional Study Using Survey and Directory Data

This study provides a cross-sectional analysis of the availability and distribution of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Using national survey and directory data, we categorized facilities by service type (outpatient, residential, hospital inpatient, detoxification) and assessed financial accessibility through Medicaid and other payment options. We also examined the extent to which facilities reported services for individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions. The findings highlight significant variability across counties, with outpatient services dominating the treatment landscape, while inpatient and residential capacity remain limited. Medicaid acceptance was uneven, particularly low in Palm Beach. These results carry important policy implications, including the need to expand higher-intensity treatment options, improve integration of mental health and SUD services, and address financial barriers to care.