Insurance Coverage

Does Oscar Health Cover Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Texas?

Yes. Oscar Health covers substance use disorder treatment — evaluations, therapy, and medication management — in Texas. Lyte Psychiatry is in-network with Oscar. 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.

✓ Oscar 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. Oscar covers substance use disorder treatment at Lyte Psychiatry under its mental health benefit.

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Oscar 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 Oscar benefits.

Find a Oscar Substance Use Disorder Provider in Texas

Browse provider types covered by Oscar 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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Oscar + Substance Use Disorder: Common Questions

Does Oscar Health cover Substance Use Disorder treatment in Texas?

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

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

With Oscar 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 Oscar plan. Call 469-733-0848 and we'll verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Does Oscar cover Substance Use Disorder medication in Texas?

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

Does Oscar cover telehealth for Substance Use Disorder in Texas?

Yes. Oscar 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 Oscar in-network Substance Use Disorder provider in Texas?

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

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