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Mississippi recorded 453 drug overdose deaths in the 12 months ending December 2025 (CDC provisional, state-level). Within 30 miles of Hattiesburg, FindTreatment.gov lists 5 substance use facilities, though none report detoxification services. Here is how to start treatment.
Last updated: Thu Oct 08 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Hattiesburg is a city of about 49,000 residents in Forrest County. Within 30 miles of Hattiesburg, the federal treatment locator lists 5 substance use facilities. This guide covers the local overdose numbers, where to call for help, and how to pay for care.
What the overdose data show
CDC does not publish a 2025 count for Forrest County because it falls between 1 and 9 deaths, and federal privacy rules suppress counts that small. The figures below are state-level. Statewide, CDC's provisional overdose counts show 453 drug overdose deaths in Mississippi in the 12 months ending December 2025, down from 491 the year before.
Treatment near Hattiesburg by the numbers
The SAMHSA treatment locator lists 5 substance use facilities within 30 miles of Hattiesburg:
- None reporting detoxification services
- 2 with residential programs
- 4 offering outpatient services
- No federally certified opioid treatment programs (methadone clinics); 2 that prescribe buprenorphine
- None listed as administering or prescribing medication for alcohol use disorder
Counts change as programs open and close, so confirm current openings by phone. The locator only includes programs that report to SAMHSA, so a short list here does not mean there is no other care nearby; ask your doctor or the helpline about programs farther out. Because no nearby listing reports detox, ask a hospital emergency department or the helpline below about medically supervised withdrawal before stopping heavy alcohol or benzodiazepine use.
Where to get help in Hattiesburg
The Mississippi DMH Helpline at 1-877-210-8513 is a free public line that can help Mississippi residents find substance use treatment, including publicly funded programs.
The SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 is free and confidential and gives referrals to local treatment, including programs for people without insurance.
You can also search findtreatment.gov from Hattiesburg and filter by level of care, medication, and payment option.
Levels of care to expect
Care is matched to the person, usually after an assessment. Depending on what is available near Hattiesburg, options range from medically supervised detox and residential treatment to intensive outpatient programs, regular outpatient counseling, and medication for opioid or alcohol use disorder. Alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal can be dangerous, so ask about medical withdrawal management before stopping heavy use.
Paying for treatment
Mississippi has not expanded Medicaid, so many adults with low incomes but no children or disability do not qualify. If you do have Mississippi Medicaid, administered by the Mississippi Division of Medicaid, it covers medically necessary substance use disorder treatment, including medications for opioid use disorder; confirm covered levels of care and prior authorization with your plan. If you are uninsured, ask the helpline about state-funded treatment and sliding-fee programs.
If you have private insurance, federal parity rules require your plan to cover substance use treatment on terms comparable to medical care; ask about in-network programs and prior authorization. See our Medicaid and rehab guide for how coverage works.
How to start today
- In a medical emergency, call 911. For a mental health or substance use crisis, call or text 988.
- Call or text (800) 653-9376 to speak with a treatment specialist, or use this form:
Calling is free; the referral service is paid for by treatment providers, and we check your benefits before you commit.
- Call the Mississippi DMH Helpline (1-877-210-8513), or search findtreatment.gov to compare programs.
- If someone uses opioids, keep naloxone (Narcan) on hand. Pharmacies can dispense it without a prescription.
Peer support in Hattiesburg
Mutual-help groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and SMART Recovery can support treatment and recovery. Search our meeting finder for in-person and online meetings near Hattiesburg.
Questions about rehab in Hattiesburg
How many addiction treatment facilities are near Hattiesburg?
The SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov locator lists 5 substance use treatment facilities within 30 miles of Hattiesburg, none reporting detoxification, 2 with residential programs, and 4 offering outpatient care. Counts change as programs open and close.
How many people die of drug overdoses in Mississippi?
CDC's provisional counts show 453 drug overdose deaths statewide in Mississippi in the 12 months ending December 2025, down from 491 the year before. CDC does not publish Forrest County's count because it is under 10.
Who do I call for addiction help in Hattiesburg?
Call the Mississippi DMH Helpline (1-877-210-8513) for help finding treatment. For a crisis, call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911.
Does Mississippi Medicaid cover rehab in Hattiesburg?
Yes, for people who qualify. Mississippi Medicaid covers medically necessary substance use disorder treatment and medications. Confirm network and prior authorization with your plan. Mississippi has not expanded Medicaid, so many uninsured adults need state-funded or sliding-fee programs instead.
Is alcohol or opioid withdrawal dangerous?
Alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal can cause seizures and delirium tremens and should be managed with medical supervision. Opioid withdrawal is rarely life-threatening on its own, but the risk of overdose after a break is high, so start with a plan for medication and naloxone. Call 911 if someone is unresponsive or struggling to breathe.