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Outpatient Clinic · New York, New York

Ascendant New York

Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
113 East 60th Street
New York, New York 10022
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO), New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS), National Association of Addiction Treatment Professionals (NAATP)
Insurance accepted
2 carriers including UnitedHealthcare, Optum
Ascendant New York - drug and alcohol detox center in New York, NY

About

About Ascendant New York

Ascendant New York is located at 113 East 60th Street in New York, New York. The facility is licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS), accredited by The Joint Commission, and is a member of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Professionals, with 277+ Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars from patients across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

The clinical program spans an Outpatient Program and a structured Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), with telehealth available five days a week for patients who cannot travel into Midtown. Treatment is built around evidence-based modalities: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, experiential therapy, family therapy, internal family systems therapy, and motivational interviewing. Care is personalized to each patient through a comprehensive assessment that determines the appropriate level of care.

Ascendant treats a wide range of substance use disorders, including alcoholism, heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, crack, methamphetamine, prescription opioids and painkillers, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, sleeping pills, marijuana, kratom, inhalants, club drugs, and suboxone misuse, alongside co-occurring mental health conditions. Patients work with a low-staff-to-patient ratio team that includes Acting Medical Director David Seitz, MD; Clinical Director Thomas Palmeri, LCSW, C-DBT; Chief Culture Officer Isabel Barra Holbrook, LCSW, CADC, CSAT; Director of Nursing Veronika Chegal, RN; CEO Tzvi Heber; and a multidisciplinary clinical and case management bench.

Ascendant accepts UnitedHealthcare and Optum, along with private insurance and self-pay, and offers an online insurance verification tool. After completing care, patients move into the alumni community with continuing care managers and ongoing recovery support. Admission begins with a phone call to the admissions team or an online benefits verification request.

  • 24/7 medically-supervised detox facility with on-site nursing staff and medical director oversight
  • Joint Commission accredited detox center in Manhattan's Midtown with discrete luxury location
  • Low staff-to-patient ratios ensuring intensive monitoring during withdrawal management
  • Comprehensive substance coverage including fentanyl, heroin, alcohol, benzos, and prescription drugs
  • Tri-state service area accessibility with United Healthcare and Optum insurance acceptance

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions
Alcoholism Co-occurring Disorders Inhalant Addiction Sleeping Pill Addiction Barbiturate Addiction Cocaine Addiction Kratom Stimulant Addiction Benzo Addiction Crack Meth Addiction Suboxone Addiction Marijuana Addiction Fentanyl Addiction Painkiller Addiction Club Drugs Heroin Addiction Prescription Drug Addiction
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Experiential Therapy Family Therapy Internal Family Systems Therapy Motivational Interviewing
Populations
Men Women
Languages
English
Facility
Upscale Midtown East location two blocks east of Central Park Low staff-to-patient ratio 24/7 medically supervised intake Telehealth across all five NYC boroughs

Location

Where it is

113 East 60th Street, New York, New York 10022 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Ascendant New York's medical detox programs operate under 24/7 supervision with Acting Medical Director David Seitz, MD, and Director of Nursing Veronika Chegal, RN, overseeing withdrawal protocols. The facility provides medically supervised detox for alcohol withdrawal, opioid withdrawal including fentanyl and heroin, benzodiazepine withdrawal, and stimulant withdrawal from cocaine and methamphetamine.

Medical staff monitor vital signs, administer withdrawal medications when appropriate, and manage complications throughout the detox process. The Joint Commission-accredited facility maintains low staff-to-patient ratios, ensuring intensive monitoring during the critical first days of withdrawal when medical complications are most likely to occur.

24/7 Medical Supervision and Nursing Care

Unlike traditional outpatient detox programs, Ascendant New York operates around-the-clock medical supervision seven days per week. Registered nurses including Christina Casamassima, RN, provide continuous patient monitoring and medication administration under physician protocols.

The 24/7 medically-supervised model bridges the gap between inpatient detox and standard outpatient care, offering intensive medical oversight while allowing patients to maintain some flexibility. This approach particularly benefits patients with complex withdrawal patterns or those requiring extended observation periods.

Insurance Coverage and Admissions Process

Ascendant New York accepts United Healthcare, Optum, private insurance, and self-pay arrangements for medical detox services. The admissions team verifies insurance benefits and coordinates same-day admissions when medically appropriate for patients in withdrawal crisis.

Transportation accessibility via multiple subway lines and proximity to major highways facilitates urgent admissions for patients requiring immediate withdrawal management.

After Care

Continuing support

Alumni network with continuing care managers Discharge planning across boroughs

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
UnitedHealthcare Optum
Payment options
Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO) New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) National Association of Addiction Treatment Professionals (NAATP)

Common questions

FAQs About Ascendant New York

What types of medical detox does Ascendant New York provide? +
Ascendant New York provides medically supervised detox for alcohol, opioids (including fentanyl and heroin), benzodiazepines, cocaine, methamphetamine, prescription drugs, and other substances. The facility operates 24/7 medical supervision with on-site nursing staff and physician oversight.
Is Ascendant New York a 24/7 detox facility? +
Yes, Ascendant New York operates 24/7 medically-supervised detox services seven days per week. Acting Medical Director David Seitz, MD, and Director of Nursing Veronika Chegal, RN, oversee continuous medical monitoring throughout the withdrawal process.
What insurance does Ascendant New York accept for detox services? +
Ascendant New York accepts United Healthcare, Optum, private insurance, and self-pay arrangements. The admissions team verifies insurance benefits and can coordinate same-day admissions for patients requiring urgent withdrawal management.
What accreditations does Ascendant New York hold for medical detox? +
Ascendant New York is accredited by the Joint Commission (JCAHO), New York State Office of Alcoholism, and The National Association of Addiction Treatment Professionals. These accreditations ensure compliance with medical detox safety standards and protocols.
What makes Ascendant New York different from other detox centers? +
Ascendant maintains low staff-to-patient ratios with 24/7 medical supervision, combining intensive medical oversight with a discrete luxury location in Midtown Manhattan. The facility bridges inpatient and outpatient detox models while maintaining continuous nursing care.
How much does medical detox cost at Ascendant New York? +
Detox costs vary based on length of stay, medical complexity, and insurance coverage. Ascendant accepts United Healthcare, Optum, and private insurance, with self-pay options available. Contact admissions at (917) 262-0003 for specific pricing and insurance verification.
Can I start detox at Ascendant New York the same day I call? +
Ascendant New York coordinates same-day admissions when medically appropriate for patients in withdrawal crisis. The facility operates 24/7, allowing for flexible admission timing based on medical necessity and bed availability.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Residential treatment Residential detoxification Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education
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