Psychiatric services : a journal of the American Psychiatric Association
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Provisions in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are likely to expand access to substance use disorder treatment for low-income individuals. The aim of the study was to provide information on the need for substance use disorder treatment among individuals who may be eligible for Medicaid under the ACA. ⋯ Findings suggest that Medicaid insurance expansions under the ACA will reduce unmet need for substance use disorder treatment.