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University of IA Hospitals and Clinics Chemical Dependency Services

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
200 Hawkins Drive 5 Boyd Tower
Iowa City, IA 52242
Admissions
Call to confirm availability

About

About University of IA Hospitals and Clinics Chemical Dependency Services

University of IA Hospitals and Clinics Chemical Dependency Services operates as part of Iowa City’s academic medical center, providing addiction treatment programs at 200 Hawkins Drive. This hospital-based facility offers comprehensive chemical dependency services backed by the resources and medical expertise of a major university health system. Located in Johnson County, the center serves patients throughout eastern Iowa seeking professional addiction treatment within a hospital setting. The program includes non-residential detox services and outpatient medication-assisted treatment specifically designed for opioid substance abuse. Treatment options feature buprenorphine therapy and naltrexone treatments, providing FDA-approved medications for opioid addiction management. The center also offers telemedicine capabilities, expanding access to care for patients who may face transportation barriers or prefer remote consultation options. University of IA Hospitals integrates 12-step facilitation approaches with clinical treatment protocols. The medical center environment allows for coordination with primary care services when patients require additional medical support during their treatment process. This integrated approach helps address both addiction and any underlying health conditions that may complicate recovery efforts. The facility serves individuals struggling with drug and alcohol dependence who benefit from hospital-based treatment resources. Patients choose this center for its connection to university medical expertise and comprehensive health services available within the same health system, providing continuity of care that standalone facilities cannot offer.

  • Hospital-based addiction treatment within a major academic medical center
  • Outpatient medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine and naltrexone for opioid addiction
  • Non-residential detox services backed by full hospital medical resources
  • Integration with primary care services for comprehensive health management
  • Telemedicine options for increased treatment accessibility

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions
Trauma / PTSD Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Populations
Adolescents Pregnant Women Deaf / Hard Of Hearing Court-ordered
Languages
English
Facility
MAT Mobile Clinic MAT Walk-in Clinic Outreach Services Across Iowa Recovery Support Services Owi Evaluations Addiction Medicine Fellowship Virtual Nurses Recovery Group

Location

Where it is

200 Hawkins Drive 5 Boyd Tower, Iowa City, IA 52242 Get directions

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Hospital-Based Addiction Treatment Programs

University of IA Hospitals and Clinics Chemical Dependency Services delivers addiction treatment through a major academic medical center framework. The program operates within Iowa City's flagship hospital system, providing patients access to comprehensive medical resources during their treatment process.

This hospital-based approach allows for seamless coordination between addiction specialists and other medical departments when patients require additional care for health complications or co-occurring medical conditions that may impact their recovery progress.

Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction

The center provides outpatient medication-assisted treatment specifically targeting opioid substance abuse through clinical pharmaceutical interventions. Treatment protocols include buprenorphine therapy and naltrexone treatments, both FDA-approved medications proven effective for opioid addiction management.

Patients receive ongoing medical supervision while participating in outpatient MAT programs, allowing them to maintain work and family responsibilities while receiving professional addiction treatment. The program combines medication management with counseling services to address both the physical and psychological aspects of opioid dependence.

Non-Residential Detox Services

University of IA Hospitals offers non-residential detox services for patients who require medical supervision during withdrawal but do not need 24-hour inpatient care. This approach provides medical monitoring and support while allowing patients to return home each day.

The hospital setting ensures immediate access to emergency medical intervention if complications arise during the detox process, providing a safety net that outpatient-only facilities cannot match.

Telemedicine and Accessibility Options

The center incorporates telemedicine capabilities into their treatment offerings, expanding access for patients across eastern Iowa who may face geographic barriers to regular in-person visits. This technology integration reflects the university health system's commitment to innovative care delivery methods.

Telehealth options prove particularly valuable for ongoing medication management visits and counseling sessions, reducing travel burdens while maintaining consistent therapeutic relationships between patients and their treatment providers.

After Care

Continuing support

Recovery Support Services Care Coordination

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance TRICARE Self-pay / Cash

Common questions

FAQs About University of IA Hospitals and Clinics Chemical Dependency Services

What types of addiction treatment does University of IA Hospitals provide? +
The center offers drug and alcohol treatment programs including outpatient medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction and non-residential detox services. Treatment approaches include 12-step facilitation and medication management with buprenorphine and naltrexone.
Do they offer medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction? +
Yes, University of IA Hospitals provides outpatient medication-assisted treatment specifically for opioid substance abuse. The program includes buprenorphine therapy and naltrexone treatments with ongoing medical supervision.
Is detox available at this facility? +
The center offers non-residential detox services, providing medical supervision and support during withdrawal while patients return home each day. This hospital-based detox program ensures access to emergency medical intervention if needed.
Can I receive treatment through telemedicine? +
Yes, University of IA Hospitals offers telemedicine capabilities for addiction treatment services. This telehealth option increases accessibility for patients across eastern Iowa who may face transportation barriers to regular in-person visits.
What makes this different from other addiction treatment centers? +
This program operates within a major academic medical center, providing hospital-based resources and integration with primary care services. Patients benefit from comprehensive medical expertise and coordination with other medical departments when additional health issues require attention.
Where is University of IA Hospitals Chemical Dependency Services located? +
The center is located at 200 Hawkins Drive in Iowa City, IA 52242. You can reach them at (319) 384-8765 for program information and scheduling.
Do they treat both drug and alcohol addiction? +
Yes, University of IA Hospitals Chemical Dependency Services provides treatment for both drug and alcohol addiction. The program serves patients struggling with various substance dependencies through their comprehensive treatment approach.
Can I coordinate addiction treatment with my other medical care? +
The center offers integration with primary care services within the university health system. This coordination helps address both addiction and underlying health conditions, providing continuity of care within the same medical network.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization IOP Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Aftercare recovery programs Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment 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
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