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Residential · Palmer Lake, Colorado

Recovery Village at Palmer Lake

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
443 South Highway 105
Palmer Lake, Colorado 80133
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Insurance accepted
11 carriers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield

About

About Recovery Village at Palmer Lake

The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake is a physician-led drug and alcohol treatment center located in the picturesque town of Palmer Lake, Colorado, midway between Denver and Colorado Springs. The 60,000 square foot campus serves as one of the flagship locations within the Recovery Village national network, providing residential and outpatient addiction care for adults from across the region and the country.

Clinical services span the continuum: medically supervised detox for substance withdrawal, inpatient residential treatment for intensive focus on recovery, outpatient programming, and aftercare planning. The dual diagnosis program treats co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use, recognizing that managing both simultaneously is the best predictor of sustained recovery. Specialty tracks cover alcohol addiction, opioid and opiate addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, amphetamine addiction, and other drug dependencies.

The clinical leadership team is anchored by Clinical Director Katie Kostelyk, LPC, LAC, with Site CEO Scott Adams, Director of Nursing Kristen Andresen, RN, and Medical Director Neil Wilkey, MD. The combined experience of the care team represents thousands of professional credentials and a decade-plus of operation at this site.

The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake is Joint Commission accredited and works with most major commercial insurance providers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, TRICARE East and West, and TriWest. The facility does not accept Medicare or Medicaid. Same-day admissions and 24/7 intake make access fast for people ready to begin treatment.

  • 24/7 medical supervision with on-site Medical Director and Director of Nursing for safe withdrawal management
  • 60,000-square-foot treatment campus providing comprehensive medical detox through residential care continuum
  • Joint Commission and CARF accredited facility specializing in alcohol, opioid, and benzodiazepine detox protocols
  • Strategic location between Denver and Colorado Springs serving broader Colorado region
  • Extensive insurance network including veterans benefits, TRICARE, and major commercial carriers

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Aftercare
Conditions
Alcohol Addiction Opiate and Opioid Addiction Benzodiazepine Addiction Amphetamine Addiction Other Drug Addictions Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Medication-Assisted Treatment Evidence-Based Therapies Individual Therapy Group Therapy Family Therapy
Populations
Adults Men Women Veterans
Languages
English
Facility
60,000 Square Foot Treatment Campus Between Denver and Colorado Springs Physician-Led Same-Day Admissions 24/7 Admissions 8+ Specialized Programs

Location

Where it is

443 South Highway 105, Palmer Lake, Colorado 80133 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs and Withdrawal Management

Recovery Village at Palmer Lake provides comprehensive medical detox services under 24/7 medical supervision. The facility specializes in alcohol detox, opioid detox, and benzo detox protocols designed for safe withdrawal management. Medical Director Neil Wilkey, MD, oversees detox programs while Director of Nursing Kristen Andresen, RN, leads the nursing team providing continuous monitoring throughout the withdrawal process.

The medically supervised detox program treats alcohol addiction, opiate and opioid addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, and amphetamine addiction. Patients receive individualized withdrawal management protocols based on substance type, usage history, and medical needs. The facility's inpatient detox services operate around the clock, ensuring immediate medical intervention when complications arise during the detox process.

Accredited Treatment Campus and Medical Supervision

The 60,000-square-foot treatment campus maintains Joint Commission and CARF accreditations, demonstrating adherence to national standards for medical detox and addiction treatment. These accreditations ensure that detox protocols meet rigorous clinical guidelines for patient safety and care quality. The facility's residential treatment design allows for seamless transition from medical detox to continued addiction treatment.

Clinical Director Katie Kostelyk, LPC, LAC, oversees therapeutic programming including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for patients with dual diagnosis conditions. The integrated approach addresses co-occurring mental health disorders alongside substance withdrawal, providing comprehensive care for complex cases requiring both medical detox and psychiatric support.

Insurance Coverage and Accessibility

Recovery Village at Palmer Lake accepts extensive insurance coverage including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna, and specialized programs for veterans through TRICARE and Veterans Insurance. The facility also works with Colorado-specific plans like Kaiser Permanente Colorado and Rocky Mountain Health. This broad insurance network makes medical detox accessible to patients throughout Colorado and neighboring states.

Located strategically between Denver and Colorado Springs on Highway 105, the detox center serves patients from major Colorado metropolitan areas. The facility operates 24 hours daily, allowing for immediate admission when patients require urgent medical detox services. Same-day assessments help families access critical withdrawal management when time-sensitive medical intervention is needed.

After Care

Continuing support

Aftercare Planning Alumni Program

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
Aetna Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna Humana Kaiser Permanente UnitedHealthcare Anthem Magellan Health TRICARE East TRICARE West TriWest Healthcare Alliance
Payment options
Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO)

Common questions

FAQs About Recovery Village at Palmer Lake

What types of medical detox does Recovery Village at Palmer Lake provide? +
The facility provides medical detox for alcohol addiction, opiate and opioid addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, and amphetamine addiction. All detox programs include 24/7 medical supervision with protocols overseen by Medical Director Neil Wilkey, MD.
Does Recovery Village at Palmer Lake accept insurance for medical detox? +
Yes, the facility accepts major insurance carriers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, and veterans insurance including TRICARE. They also accept self-pay and work with Colorado Medicaid plans.
Is medical supervision available 24/7 during detox? +
Recovery Village at Palmer Lake operates 24 hours daily with continuous medical supervision. Director of Nursing Kristen Andresen, RN, leads the nursing team providing round-the-clock monitoring during withdrawal management.
What accreditations does the medical detox program hold? +
The facility maintains Joint Commission and CARF accreditations, ensuring adherence to national standards for medical detox and addiction treatment. These accreditations demonstrate commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety protocols.
Can patients transition from medical detox to continued treatment? +
Yes, the facility offers a complete continuum including medical detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, and standard outpatient care. This allows seamless transition from medically supervised detox to ongoing addiction treatment without changing locations.
Does the facility treat co-occurring mental health disorders during detox? +
Recovery Village at Palmer Lake provides dual diagnosis treatment for patients with co-occurring disorders. Clinical Director Katie Kostelyk, LPC, LAC, oversees therapeutic programming including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for patients requiring both medical detox and mental health support.
What populations does the medical detox program serve? +
The facility serves men, women, and veterans requiring medical detox services. They specialize in treating patients with trauma/PTSD, dual diagnosis conditions, and provide HIV/AIDS support during withdrawal management.
How long has Recovery Village at Palmer Lake been providing medical detox? +
Recovery Village at Palmer Lake has been operating since 2013, providing medical detox and addiction treatment services for over a decade. The facility has established protocols and experience in managing complex withdrawal cases safely.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Hospital inpatient Outpatient Residential treatment Inpatient medical detox and stabilization Hospital inpatient treatment Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization IOP Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Aftercare recovery programs Residential detoxification Long-term residential 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 Addiction recovery education
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