Walter, LawrenceAckerson, LynnAllen, StevenNecochea, Lauren2010-03-312024-07-232010-03-312024-07-232006-07http://www.rwjf.org/files/research/Research%20Highlight%206%200605.pdffdc77000009https://hdl.handle.net/10244/531Summarizes a study of the impact of chemical dependency treatment on the costs and utilization of medical services — hospital days, emergency department visits, and outpatient visits. Points to lack of insurance as a barrier to treatment.en-USSubstance AbuseHealthHealth, Health Insurance/CoverageTreatment of Chemical Dependency May Reduce Medical Utilization and CostsIssue Briefs