Addiction Medicine at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center

About Addiction Medicine at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center

Addiction Medicine at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center is a hospital-based department providing comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in Brighton, Massachusetts. The program offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient detox, medication-assisted treatment, intensive outpatient programs and individual counseling for opioid, alcohol and benzodiazepine use disorders.

With Boston’s oldest hospital-based addiction program and the only Level 4 certified medically monitored detox in Massachusetts, the department delivers evidence-based care backed by full hospital resources and medical oversight.

Medically Monitored Inpatient Detox in Brighton

The inpatient detox program provides 24/7 nursing monitoring, daily physician visits and daily sessions with detox counselors in a secure hospital environment. Patients receive the highest standard of medical oversight during withdrawal from substances, including opioids, alcohol and benzodiazepines.

Treatment includes medication management with options like buprenorphine/naloxone, naltrexone, disulfiram and acamprosate, along with therapy engagement to prepare for ongoing recovery. The hospital-based setting ensures immediate access to broader medical services for patients with complex health needs or co-occurring conditions.

Outpatient Addiction Treatment and Family Support

The outpatient program is open to the general public and offers medication-assisted treatment, intensive outpatient programming, group therapy and individual counseling at varying levels of intensity. The department also provides family education, support groups and intervention services to help loved ones participate in the recovery process and build sustainable support systems.

Accessing Care at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center

Services are available in person at the St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center campus in Brighton, serving adults and all demographic groups except pediatrics. The program also provides inpatient consultation services for hospitalized patients across medical, surgical, maternity and psychiatric units.

Addiction Treatment Programs

Adult Program
St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center specializes in treating individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, offering tailored treatment plans addressing both conditions simultaneously.
Dual Diagnosis
St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center offers MAT as part of comprehensive addiction medicine, including buprenorphine and naltrexone for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder treatment.

Insurance Coverage

Medicaid
If you qualify in Massachusetts, Medicaid is one of your options when it comes to paying for rehab. Medicaid covers multiple levels of care, and you may have no out-of-pocket costs. However, you’ll need to choose a treatment center that accepts Medicaid.
Medicare
Medicare is a good way to pay for substance use treatment in Massachusetts. Medicare plans may vary, so be sure to find out coverage details and what copayments or deductibles you might be responsible for.
Military insurance
For those with military insurance, using your coverage to pay for treatment in Massachusetts can make rehab more accessible. Your insurance plan can pay for some or all of the costs of rehab, especially if you choose a center that’s in the plan’s network. Be sure to check with the insurer to get full details.
Private insurance
Paying for rehab in Massachusetts can be done in multiple ways, including using private insurance. Because plans vary, be sure to contact the insurer to find out what centers are in-network with your coverage and to find out what out-of-pocket costs you might be responsible for.
Self-pay options
In Massachusetts, you can use self-pay, also known as private pay, to cover the costs of rehab. Payment structure may vary depending on the level of care, but you can use a medical loan, write a check, or send money electronically.

Levels of Care

1
Inpatient Rehab
St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center provides inpatient detoxification services through its SECAP Detox program, offering medical supervision and support during the withdrawal process.
2
Detox Treatment
Comprehensive inpatient residential programs at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center provide structured treatment including individualized care plans for substance use disorders.
3
Outpatient Rehab
St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center offers intensive outpatient programs and outpatient addiction treatment for patients requiring structured support without overnight hospitalization.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Evidence-based approach integral to St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center treatment programs, helping patients identify and change harmful thought and behavior patterns related to substance use.
Group Therapy
Integral component of addiction medicine at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, providing peer support and shared learning experiences for patients in recovery.