Free state-funded care

Maryland funds gambling-treatment for residents.

Through University of Maryland School of Medicine, eligible Maryland residents can access Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling at no cost.

“Treatment for individuals and their families impacted by the harms associated with gambling is available at No Cost to Maryland Residents.”

— University of Maryland School of Medicine, verified 2026-04-28

Program facts

ProgramMaryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling
Administered byUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine
Funding sourceState Health Department

Who qualifies

Maryland residents and their families impacted by gambling.

How to access

  1. Call (667) 214-2120 to speak with a Center of Excellence intake coordinator.
  2. Get matched with a state-funded provider in your county.
  3. Treatment delivered in person or via telehealth at no cost.

See participating providers

Cope Compass surfaces Maryland state-funded providers in our directory with verified provenance from University of Maryland School of Medicine.

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Verify with the official source

We’ve done our best to represent University of Maryland School of Medicine’s program accurately. To verify your eligibility before any action, go directly to the source:

https://www.mdproblemgambling.com/treatment/ ↗

Frequently asked questions

Is gambling treatment really free in Maryland?
The University of Maryland School of Medicine states: “Treatment for individuals and their families impacted by the harms associated with gambling is available at No Cost to Maryland Residents.” The eligibility page is the source of truth — verify your own situation there before any action.
Do I need insurance?
State-funded programs are designed to serve people without insurance, with insurance gaps, or whose insurance doesn’t cover gambling-disorder treatment. Many programs are payer-of-last-resort — they fill the gap when other coverage isn’t available.
What if I don't qualify?
Cope Compass also lists treatment providers who accept various insurance plans, sliding-scale providers, and private-pay options. Our directory filter at /find-help/ lets you search by insurance and provider type.
Anything else I should know?
Operated through the University of Maryland School of Medicine, state-funded.
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Source. Listed by University of Maryland School of Medicine via www.mdproblemgambling.com. Last verified 2026-04-28.

Disclaimer. Cope Compass is not affiliated with University of Maryland School of Medicine. We surface state-funded gambling-treatment programs as a public service — the University of Maryland School of Medicine site is the authoritative source for eligibility, enrollment, and coverage.