Ohlhoff Recovery Programs

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About Ohlhoff Recovery Programs

Ohlhoff Recovery Programs has provided addiction treatment in San Francisco for more than 60 years, with its main campus housed in the historic Henry Ohlhoff House near Alamo Square. The Steiner Street facility delivers a full continuum of care that includes non-medical detox, 30-day inpatient treatment, long-term residential programming, and outpatient and intensive outpatient services. Ranked among Newsweek’s Top 20 Best Addiction Treatment Centers in California for 2021, Ohlhoff has built a strong regional reputation.

The 30-day Skip Byron Primary Program (SBPP) provides stabilization for clients in the early stages of recovery, with around-the-clock residential support on the campus. For clients needing longer-term structure, the Henry Ohlhoff House Men’s Residential Program and Women’s Recovery Program offer 3- or 6-month treatment options designed for adults who want to continue working while engaging in evening and weekend clinical programming. Outpatient tracks include Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, Continuing Care, and a Teen Intervene Program for adolescents.

Ohlhoff is licensed and certified by the California Department of Health Care Services (Residential License 380013AN and Outpatient License 380013BN). The clinical team includes psychiatrists, addiction counselors, and licensed mental health professionals with decades of combined experience. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy underpins clinical work, integrated with a personalized, holistic approach that emphasizes long-term, sustainable recovery.

Ohlhoff accepts most major private insurance plans and provides verification of benefits, with private payment options available for clients whose insurance does not apply. The program does not accept Medi-Cal or Medicare and refers those clients to publicly funded alternatives. The continuum supports adults, adolescents, and families, with the Teen Intervene Program serving young people who need structured but flexible intervention. Continuing Care extends the support relationship after primary treatment ends.

Operating medical detox services since 1958 - among San Francisco's longest-established detox centers
Joint Commission accreditation ensuring clinical standards for medically supervised withdrawal management
Historic Henry Ohlhoff House campus providing residential-style medical detox environment
24-hour medical supervision throughout detox programs with up to 30-day treatment protocols
Specialized detox services for pregnant women, veterans, and dual diagnosis populations

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care: Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions: Substance Abuse Chemical Dependency Alcohol Dependency Drug Dependency Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis Trauma / PTSD
Methods: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Holistic approach Personalized treatment planning
Populations: Veterans Pregnant Women Young Adults (18-25) Seniors / Older Adults Men Women HIV/AIDS Support Court-Ordered Adolescents Families
Languages: English
Facility: Historic Henry Ohlhoff House campus near Alamo Square 30-day Skip Byron Primary Program (inpatient) 3- or 6-month long-term residential program Men's and Women's Recovery Programs Outpatient and Continuing Care Teen Intervene Program for adolescents Ranked Top 20 in Newsweek's 2021 Best Addiction Treatment Centers in California

Location

Where it is

601 Steiner Street, San Francisco, California 94117 Get directions

Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Ohlhoff Recovery Programs delivers comprehensive medical detox services through their Joint Commission-accredited facility in San Francisco. Their medically supervised detox programs provide 24-hour medical supervision for individuals requiring safe withdrawal management from alcohol, opioids, and other substances. Clinical staff implement evidence-based withdrawal protocols designed to manage acute detoxification symptoms while maintaining patient safety throughout the medical detox process.

Detox programs extend up to 30 days depending on individual medical needs and substance use history. The facility's residential detox environment allows medical staff to monitor withdrawal symptoms continuously, adjusting treatment protocols as needed. Following completion of medical detox, patients can transition to residential treatment or outpatient programs within the same facility, ensuring continuity of care throughout recovery.

Facility Accreditation and Clinical Standards

The detox center maintains Joint Commission accreditation, demonstrating adherence to national standards for medical detox and withdrawal management services. Additionally, Ohlhoff holds California Department of Health Care Services certification for both residential (license 380013an) and outpatient (license 380013bn) operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations governing medical detox facilities.

Located on the historic Henry Ohlhoff House campus at 601 Steiner Street, the facility provides a structured detox environment with on-campus living arrangements. This residential-style setting supports individuals through the medical detox process while maintaining the clinical oversight necessary for safe withdrawal management. The combination of accreditation, state licensing, and decades of operational experience establishes clinical credibility for those seeking medically supervised detox services.

Insurance Coverage and Payment Options for Detox Services

Ohlhoff Recovery Programs accepts major insurance carriers for medical detox services, including Aetna, Anthem, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. Private insurance coverage often includes benefits for medically supervised detox and withdrawal management services, though coverage details vary by individual policy. The facility also accommodates self-pay patients seeking immediate access to medical detox programs.

Notably, the detox center does not accept Medicare or Medi-Cal insurance plans, which may impact coverage options for some individuals seeking withdrawal management services. Prospective patients should verify insurance benefits prior to admission or discuss private payment arrangements with facility staff. This payment structure allows Ohlhoff to maintain specific clinical standards while serving individuals with private insurance or financial resources for medical detox services.

Specialized Populations and Dual Diagnosis Detox

The medical detox programs accommodate diverse populations with specialized withdrawal management needs, including pregnant women requiring medically supervised detox, veterans, and individuals across age groups from adolescents to seniors. Clinical staff provide detox services for patients with co-occurring mental health disorders, delivering dual diagnosis treatment throughout the withdrawal management process.

Specialized detox protocols address the unique medical needs of different populations, such as pregnancy-safe withdrawal management or trauma-informed detox approaches for veterans and individuals with PTSD. The facility also serves court-ordered individuals requiring medical detox as part of legal compliance. This population-specific approach ensures that withdrawal management protocols accommodate individual medical histories and co-occurring conditions that may complicate the detox process.

After Care

Continuing support

Continuing Care program Teen Intervene Program Outpatient step-down options

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options: Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash Private Payment Options
Accreditations: California DHCS Residential License 380013AN California DHCS Outpatient License 380013BN
Note: Ohlhoff is unable to accept Medi-Cal or Medicare

Common questions

FAQs About Ohlhoff Recovery Programs

What types of medical detox does Ohlhoff Recovery Programs provide? +

Ohlhoff provides medical detox for alcohol dependency, drug dependency, and chemical dependency with 24-hour medical supervision. Their medically supervised detox programs include withdrawal management protocols for various substances, delivered through their Joint Commission-accredited facility in San Francisco.

How long are the medical detox programs at Ohlhoff? +

Medical detox programs at Ohlhoff extend up to 30 days depending on individual withdrawal management needs. The facility provides residential-style inpatient detox with continuous medical supervision throughout the detoxification process.

Does Ohlhoff accept insurance for medical detox services? +

Yes, Ohlhoff accepts major insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical detox services. However, the facility does not accept Medicare or Medi-Cal plans, and also offers self-pay options for detox programs.

Is Ohlhoff's detox center accredited for medical withdrawal management? +

Yes, Ohlhoff maintains Joint Commission accreditation and California Department of Health Care Services certification. These accreditations ensure the facility meets clinical standards for medically supervised detox and withdrawal management services.

Can pregnant women receive medical detox at Ohlhoff? +

Yes, Ohlhoff specifically serves pregnant women requiring medically supervised detox services. Their medical staff implement specialized withdrawal management protocols designed for pregnancy-safe detoxification under 24-hour medical supervision.

Does Ohlhoff provide detox for co-occurring mental health disorders? +

Yes, the facility provides medical detox services for individuals with co-occurring disorders requiring dual diagnosis treatment. Their clinical approach addresses both substance withdrawal management and concurrent mental health conditions throughout the detox process.

Where is Ohlhoff's medical detox facility located in San Francisco? +

Ohlhoff Recovery Programs operates from the historic Henry Ohlhoff House campus at 601 Steiner Street in San Francisco. The facility provides on-campus residential detox accommodations with 24-hour medical supervision.

What happens after completing medical detox at Ohlhoff? +

Following medical detox completion, patients can transition to residential treatment or outpatient programs within the same facility. This allows for continuing care and treatment continuity beyond the initial withdrawal management phase.