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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