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Flushing Hospital and Medical Center Chemical Dependency Unit

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program
Address
4500 Parsons Boulevard Unit 2 West
Flushing, New York 11355
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Available
24/7 admissions

About

About Flushing Hospital and Medical Center Chemical Dependency Unit

Flushing Hospital and Medical Center Chemical Dependency Unit operates as a hospital-based detox center within a full-service medical facility in Flushing, Queens. The chemical dependency unit provides medical detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs with 24/7 medical supervision for safe withdrawal management from alcohol, opioids, and other substances.

This medically supervised detox program treats opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder, and substance use disorders through their certified Opioid Treatment Program (OTP). The facility offers inpatient detox alongside residential and outpatient treatment levels, ensuring comprehensive withdrawal management protocols. An on-site retail pharmacy supports medication-assisted treatment and detox medications as part of their medical approach.

The program specializes in dual diagnosis treatment for patients with co-occurring mental health disorders, trauma, and PTSD. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy forms part of their clinical framework, addressing both addiction and underlying psychological conditions during the detox and treatment process.

Flushing Hospital serves diverse populations including pregnant women, men, women, and individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, with services available in English, Mandarin Chinese, German, Japanese, Russian, and Farsi. Joint Commission accreditation ensures quality standards, while multiple insurance options including Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance make their medical detox programs accessible to Queens residents seeking immediate withdrawal management.

  • Hospital-based medical detox with 24/7 physician supervision and emergency medical care on-site
  • Certified Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) with specialized protocols for opioid withdrawal management
  • On-site retail pharmacy ensuring immediate access to detox medications and MAT
  • Joint Commission accredited facility with established medical protocols since 1884
  • Multilingual detox services in six languages including Mandarin, Russian, and Farsi

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program
Conditions
Substance Use Disorder Opioid Use Disorder Alcohol Use Disorder Dual Diagnosis Mental Health Disorders Trauma / PTSD
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Populations
Pregnant Women Men Women Trauma / PTSD Deaf / Hard Of Hearing Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Deaf / Hard Of Hearing
Languages
English Chinese (mandarin) German Japanese Russian Farsi / Persian
Facility
Hospital-based Chemical Dependency Unit Within A Full-service Medical Center Addiction Services Listed Alongside Emergency Department, Mental Health Services, And Obstetrics On Hospital Menu Retail Pharmacy On Site

Location

Where it is

4500 Parsons Boulevard Unit 2 West, Flushing, New York 11355 Get directions

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Hospital-Based Medical Detox Programs

Flushing Hospital's Chemical Dependency Unit provides medically supervised detox within a full-service medical center, ensuring immediate access to emergency medical care during withdrawal. The hospital-based setting allows for comprehensive medical monitoring of patients undergoing alcohol detox, opioid detox, and benzo detox with physician oversight around the clock.

Their certified Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) follows established medical protocols for safe opioid withdrawal management. The on-site retail pharmacy supports medication-assisted treatment and provides FDA-approved medications for withdrawal symptoms, creating a seamless medical detox experience for patients in crisis.

Withdrawal Management for Multiple Substances

The chemical dependency unit treats withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances through medically supervised detox protocols. Patients receive 24/7 medical monitoring during the acute withdrawal phase, with physicians managing symptoms and complications as they arise.

Dual diagnosis capabilities allow simultaneous treatment of substance use disorders alongside mental health conditions, trauma, and PTSD. This integrated approach addresses both the physical aspects of withdrawal and underlying psychological factors contributing to addiction.

Comprehensive Treatment Levels

Beyond medical detox, Flushing Hospital provides residential treatment and outpatient programs for continued recovery support. This continuum of care ensures patients can transition from acute withdrawal management to longer-term addiction treatment within the same facility.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and specialized programming for pregnant women, trauma survivors, and individuals with hearing impairments create targeted treatment approaches. The facility's multilingual capabilities serve Queens' diverse population with detox services in English, Mandarin, Russian, German, Japanese, and Farsi.

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) Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Common questions

FAQs About Flushing Hospital and Medical Center Chemical Dependency Unit

How is detox done in the hospital? +
Hospital-based medical detox at Flushing Hospital involves 24/7 physician supervision and medical monitoring during withdrawal. Patients receive FDA-approved medications to manage withdrawal symptoms, with emergency medical care immediately available. The on-site pharmacy ensures rapid access to detox medications and MAT protocols.
What types of medical detox does Flushing Hospital provide? +
Flushing Hospital's Chemical Dependency Unit provides medically supervised detox for alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder, and other substance use disorders. Their certified Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) specializes in opioid withdrawal management with medication-assisted treatment protocols.
Is a detox center different than rehab? +
Flushing Hospital provides both medical detox and rehabilitation services within the same facility. Medical detox focuses on safe withdrawal management, while their residential and outpatient programs provide ongoing addiction treatment. Patients can transition between levels of care as medically appropriate.
Does Flushing Hospital accept insurance for medical detox? +
Yes, Flushing Hospital accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, TRICARE, state insurance, and self-pay for their medical detox programs. Their admissions team can verify insurance coverage and discuss payment options for withdrawal management services.
What makes Flushing Hospital's detox program different? +
Flushing Hospital operates a Joint Commission accredited chemical dependency unit within a full-service medical center established in 1884. The hospital-based setting provides immediate access to emergency medical care, with an on-site pharmacy supporting their certified Opioid Treatment Program.
Can you walk out of rehab at Flushing Hospital? +
Patients have the right to leave treatment, though medical staff strongly recommend completing medically supervised detox for safety reasons. The medical team discusses discharge planning and continuing care options if patients choose to leave against medical advice during withdrawal management.
Where do people go after rehab at Flushing Hospital? +
After completing medical detox, patients may transition to Flushing Hospital's residential treatment or outpatient programs. The facility provides discharge planning and referrals to continuing care services, sober living facilities, and community support resources in the Queens area.
What languages are available for detox services? +
Flushing Hospital provides medical detox services in English, Mandarin Chinese, German, Japanese, Russian, and Farsi. This multilingual approach ensures patients can communicate effectively with medical staff during withdrawal management and understand their treatment protocols.
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