Insurance Coverage

Does Magellan Health Cover Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Texas?

Yes. Magellan Health covers substance use disorder treatment — evaluations, therapy, and medication management — in Texas. Lyte Psychiatry is in-network with Magellan. Most members pay $0–$30 per visit.

Required under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) — insurers must cover substance use disorder at the same level as medical care.

✓ Magellan in-network✓ $0–$30/visit✓ Substance Use Disorder covered✓ Telehealth covered✓ Same-week appointments

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About Substance Use Disorder

Substance Use Disorder affects over 20 million Americans and frequently co-occurs with mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD — known as dual diagnosis. Integrated treatment addressing both the substance use and the underlying mental health condition leads to significantly better outcomes. Lyte Psychiatry provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management as part of a comprehensive dual-diagnosis treatment plan.

Substance Use Disorder is highly treatable with the right care. Magellan covers substance use disorder treatment at Lyte Psychiatry under its mental health benefit.

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Magellan Coverage for Substance Use Disorder

Psychiatric Evaluation✓ Covered

Therapy / Counseling✓ Covered

Medication Management✓ Covered

Telehealth Visits✓ Covered

Substance Use Disorder Medications✓ Covered

Follow-Up Appointments✓ Covered

Typical copay: $0–$30/visit after deductible. Call 469-733-0848 to verify your exact Magellan benefits.

Find a Magellan Substance Use Disorder Provider in Texas

Browse provider types covered by Magellan for substance use disorder treatment in Texas.

Counselors

LPC / LCDC / NCC

A licensed professional who provides supportive counseling, guidance, and therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families.

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Magellan + Substance Use Disorder: Common Questions

Does Magellan Health cover Substance Use Disorder treatment in Texas?

Yes. Magellan Health covers substance use disorder treatment — including psychiatric evaluations, therapy, and medication management — under its mental health benefit. Federal law (MHPAEA) requires Magellan to cover substance use disorder care at parity with medical benefits. Lyte Psychiatry is in-network with Magellan and most members pay $0–$30 per visit.

How much does Substance Use Disorder treatment cost with Magellan in Texas?

With Magellan in Texas, most patients pay $0–$30 per visit for substance use disorder treatment at Lyte Psychiatry after meeting their deductible. The exact amount depends on your specific Magellan plan. Call 469-733-0848 and we'll verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Does Magellan cover Substance Use Disorder medication in Texas?

Yes. Magellan covers substance use disorder medications under its pharmacy benefit. Common substance use disorder medications are typically on Magellan's formulary with a standard pharmacy copay. Your psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner at Lyte Psychiatry can prescribe medications covered by your Magellan plan.

Does Magellan cover telehealth for Substance Use Disorder in Texas?

Yes. Magellan covers telehealth substance use disorder treatment at the same rate as in-person care under Texas telehealth parity law (SB 1107). Lyte Psychiatry offers HIPAA-compliant virtual appointments for substance use disorder across all of Texas and New Mexico.

How do I find a Magellan in-network Substance Use Disorder provider in Texas?

Lyte Psychiatry is in-network with Magellan Health in Texas. Book online at lytepsych.com or call 469-733-0848. Our team will verify your Magellan substance use disorder benefits before your first appointment. Most patients are seen within the same week.

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