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Hospital Program · El Paso, Texas

El Paso Behavioral Health System

Medical Detox Inpatient Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
1900 Denver Avenue
El Paso, Texas 79902
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Available
24/7 admissions
El Paso Behavioral Health System - drug and alcohol detox center in El Paso, TX

About

About El Paso Behavioral Health System

El Paso Behavioral Health System is a full-service psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital serving the El Paso region of West Texas. The main hospital sits at 1900 Denver Avenue with two additional outpatient mental health clinics across the city, providing care to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults under one accredited system.

The hospital offers a complete behavioral health continuum: inpatient psychiatric treatment for clinical needs that require a secure environment, outpatient and intensive outpatient programming for people who can return home each day, and a dedicated chemical dependency and dual diagnosis program that uses an integrated evidence-based 12-step model focused on identifying and practicing the lifestyle changes recovery requires. Electroconvulsive therapy is available for severe depression that has not responded to other treatments.

A distinguishing feature of El Paso Behavioral is its dedicated military mental health track for active duty soldiers, Veterans, and family members at the system’s military hospital. The Intake Department schedules level-of-care assessments 24/7, and professional referrals from medical providers can be submitted through a secure online portal. The system is in-network with TRICARE and accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, state insurance, and self-pay.

The system is Joint Commission accredited and reports a patient base across El Paso County. Its program design assumes that personal situations change and that care plans should change with them, weaving inpatient stabilization, outpatient maintenance, military-specific tracks, and chemical dependency services into a flexible offering for the border region.

  • Joint Commission-accredited 166-bed hospital with 24/7 medical detox capabilities
  • Specialized dual diagnosis treatment combining medical detox with psychiatric care
  • TRICARE and military-focused detox services for veterans and active duty personnel
  • Bilingual withdrawal management services in English and Spanish
  • Multiple outpatient clinics for continued care after inpatient medical detox

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Inpatient Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions
Depression Severe Depression Anxiety Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Substance Abuse Chemical Dependency Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Behavioral Issues Psychiatric Issues Emotional Issues
Methods
12-Step Model Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Individual Therapy Group Therapy
Populations
Children Adolescents Adults Older Adults Military Members Veterans Active Duty Soldiers Family Members Deaf / Hard Of Hearing
Languages
English
Facility
Main Inpatient Hospital Two Outpatient Mental Health Clinics 24/7 Intake Assessments ECT Suite Military Hospital Track

Location

Where it is

1900 Denver Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79902 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

El Paso Behavioral Health System's medical detox program operates within a 166-bed hospital setting, providing medically supervised withdrawal management for alcohol, opioids, and other substances. The facility maintains Joint Commission accreditation and offers 24/7 medical supervision during the detox process, ensuring patient safety throughout acute withdrawal phases.

Inpatient detox services address both the physical and psychiatric aspects of withdrawal, particularly important for patients with co-occurring disorders. The hospital's secure environment allows medical staff to monitor vital signs, manage withdrawal symptoms, and adjust treatment protocols as needed during alcohol detox, opioid detox, and benzo detox procedures.

Specialized Care for Veterans and Military Families

The detox center accepts TRICARE insurance and specifically serves veterans, active duty soldiers, and military family members requiring withdrawal management services. This military focus extends to understanding the unique substance abuse challenges faced by service members, including prescription opioid dependencies and alcohol use disorders common in military populations.

Treatment teams coordinate with military healthcare systems to ensure continuity of care after medical detox completion. The facility's experience with TRICARE billing and military protocols streamlines admission processes for service members seeking urgent detox services.

Dual Diagnosis and Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment

Medical detox at El Paso Behavioral Health System addresses the complex needs of patients with co-occurring substance abuse and mental health conditions. The hospital treats depression, anxiety, trauma, and severe psychiatric symptoms alongside withdrawal management, recognizing that successful detox often requires simultaneous mental health intervention.

Therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and specialized protocols for patients requiring both substance abuse treatment and psychiatric stabilization. This dual diagnosis capability proves essential for patients whose addiction stems from or coexists with untreated mental health disorders.

Comprehensive Age-Specific Detox Services

The facility provides medical detox services across all age groups, from children and adolescents to senior adults, with specialized protocols for each population. Withdrawal management for older adults considers age-related medical complications, while adolescent detox programs address developmental considerations during the withdrawal process.

Insurance acceptance includes Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance, making detox programs accessible regardless of age or insurance status. The hospital's capacity to treat diverse age groups within the same facility allows families to receive coordinated care when multiple members require detox services.

After Care

Continuing support

Outpatient Continuum Professional Referral Network

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance TRICARE Self-Pay / Cash State Insurance
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO)

Common questions

FAQs About El Paso Behavioral Health System

What types of medical detox does El Paso Behavioral Health System provide? +
The hospital provides medically supervised detox for alcohol, opioids, and other substances within a 166-bed inpatient setting. All detox programs operate 24/7 with continuous medical monitoring and Joint Commission-accredited care standards.
Does the detox center accept TRICARE and military insurance? +
Yes, El Paso Behavioral Health System accepts TRICARE insurance and specifically serves veterans, active duty soldiers, and military family members. The facility has experience coordinating with military healthcare systems for withdrawal management services.
Can the facility handle dual diagnosis during medical detox? +
The hospital specializes in treating co-occurring disorders, providing medical detox alongside psychiatric care for depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health conditions. This dual diagnosis approach addresses both substance withdrawal and mental health stabilization simultaneously.
What insurance plans cover detox services at this facility? +
The facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, and state insurance plans. Self-pay options are also available for patients without insurance coverage requiring immediate withdrawal management.
Does El Paso Behavioral Health System provide detox for all age groups? +
Yes, the hospital provides medical detox services for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults with age-appropriate protocols. Each age group receives specialized withdrawal management tailored to their developmental and medical needs.
Are bilingual detox services available? +
The facility provides services in both English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication during medical detox for El Paso's diverse population. Bilingual capabilities extend to both medical staff and therapeutic programming.
How quickly can someone be admitted for medical detox? +
The hospital operates 24/7 and can provide immediate medical detox admission for patients requiring urgent withdrawal management. The facility's hospital setting allows for rapid assessment and medically supervised detox initiation.
What happens after completing medical detox at El Paso Behavioral Health System? +
Following detox completion, patients can transition to residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), or outpatient care within the same facility. The hospital also operates two additional outpatient mental health clinics for continued support.
Is the detox program accredited? +
Yes, El Paso Behavioral Health System maintains Joint Commission (JCAHO) accreditation, ensuring that all medical detox services meet national healthcare quality and safety standards. This accreditation covers both the facility and its withdrawal management protocols.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Hospital inpatient Outpatient Inpatient medical detox and stabilization Hospital inpatient treatment Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization IOP Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicare Medicaid Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education Adolescents and young adults Adult men Seniors or older adults Gay & Lesbian Veterans Active duty military
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