University of Maryland Medical Center Methadone Program

About

About University of Maryland Medical Center Methadone Program

The University of Maryland Medical Center Methadone Program operates from 1001 West Pratt Street in downtown Baltimore as part of UMMC’s addiction treatment services. UMMC – one of the country’s leading academic medical centers and home to The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and the Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center – brings the clinical resources of a major academic hospital to outpatient opioid use disorder care.

As a SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Program, the clinic provides methadone-based medication-assisted treatment for adults with opioid use disorder. Clients also receive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other counseling services as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, with the option to address co-occurring trauma, depression, anxiety and other psychiatric concerns through coordination with UMMC’s broader specialty services.

The program is accredited by both CARF and NCQA, reflecting independent verification of its commitment to evidence-based care, patient safety and clinical quality. UMMC describes its addiction treatment services as integrated with the medical center’s primary care, infectious disease, hepatology and behavioral health resources, which is especially valuable for clients with comorbid conditions like hepatitis C, HIV, chronic pain or cardiovascular concerns.

The Methadone Program serves men and women, including clients who are deaf or hard of hearing, and accepts a broad payor mix: Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, state insurance, financial assistance and self-pay. As part of the Baltimore City Health Department’s broader effort to expand evidence-based MAT for the opioid epidemic, the UMMC program functions as a downtown anchor in the city’s network of opioid treatment options.

Hospital-based medical detox with university medical center resources and clinical infrastructure
OTP-certified methadone maintenance program for medically supervised opioid withdrawal management
CARF and NCQA accredited detox programs ensuring clinical quality standards
Specialized services for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals requiring detox services
Hepatitis education and medical complication management integrated into detox protocols

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care: Outpatient Program
Conditions: Opioid Use Disorder Alcohol Use Disorder Substance Use Disorder Trauma / PTSD Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Methods: Methadone Maintenance Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Populations: Men Women Deaf / Hard Of Hearing
Languages: English
Facility: Hepatitis Education And Counseling Health Education

Location

Where it is

1001 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21223 Get directions

Medical Detox and Withdrawal Management Services

University of Maryland Medical Center Methadone Program provides medically supervised detox for adults requiring immediate withdrawal management from opioids and alcohol. The hospital-based setting allows for enhanced medical monitoring during the detox process, with protocols designed for patients who may have complex medical needs or severe withdrawal symptoms requiring clinical intervention.

The facility's OTP certification enables provision of methadone maintenance as part of the medical detox process, offering FDA-approved medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. This approach allows for medically supervised withdrawal management that reduces the severity of opioid withdrawal symptoms while providing the medical supervision necessary for safe detox completion.

Opioid Detox and Methadone Maintenance Programs

The program specializes in opioid detox through evidence-based methadone maintenance protocols, providing medically supervised withdrawal management for adults with opioid use disorder. Daily medication dispensing occurs Monday through Friday from 6:15 AM to 1:30 PM, with medical staff monitoring patient response to treatment and adjusting protocols as needed for optimal withdrawal management.

Patients receive comprehensive medical evaluation to determine appropriate methadone dosing for effective opioid withdrawal management. The program addresses both acute withdrawal symptoms and longer-term medication-assisted treatment needs, with medical supervision ensuring safe transition through the detox process.

Hospital-Based Detox Center Advantages

Operating within the University of Maryland Medical Center system provides access to comprehensive medical resources that enhance detox safety and effectiveness. This hospital-based setting enables management of medical complications that may arise during withdrawal, with medical staff trained in addiction medicine and withdrawal protocols.

The facility's CARF and NCQA accreditations demonstrate adherence to national standards for addiction treatment and medical care quality. These certifications ensure that detox protocols meet established clinical guidelines for medically supervised withdrawal management and patient safety.

Insurance Coverage and Accessibility

The program accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and offers financial assistance options for those requiring detox services. This broad insurance acceptance reduces barriers to accessing medical detox when individuals need immediate withdrawal management services.

Specialized accommodations include services for deaf and hard-of-hearing patients requiring detox, ensuring that communication barriers do not prevent access to medically supervised withdrawal management. The facility serves patients throughout Baltimore City and Maryland, with outpatient scheduling designed to accommodate work and family responsibilities during the detox process.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options: Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance Self-Pay / Cash Financial Assistance State Insurance
Accreditations: CARF NCQA Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)
Note: Financial assistance available.

Common questions

FAQs About University of Maryland Medical Center Methadone Program

What types of medical detox does University of Maryland Medical Center Methadone Program provide? +

The facility provides medical detox for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder through medically supervised withdrawal management protocols. The program specializes in opioid detox using methadone maintenance and operates as an OTP-certified treatment center within the university hospital system.

What are the operating hours for detox services at UMMC Methadone Program? +

The program operates Monday through Friday from 6:15 AM to 1:30 PM for medication dispensing and medical supervision. The facility is closed on weekends, with weekday scheduling designed to provide consistent medical monitoring during the detox process.

Does the program provide inpatient detox or outpatient detox services? +

University of Maryland Medical Center Methadone Program offers outpatient detox programs with medical supervision through their hospital-based setting. While not providing residential inpatient detox, the hospital infrastructure allows for enhanced medical monitoring during outpatient withdrawal management.

What insurance does the methadone program accept for detox services? +

The facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, state insurance, and self-pay options. Financial assistance is available for those who need detox services but face payment barriers, ensuring broader access to medically supervised withdrawal management.

Is the University of Maryland Medical Center detox program accredited? +

Yes, the program holds CARF and NCQA accreditations, demonstrating compliance with national standards for addiction treatment and medical care quality. The facility also maintains OTP certification specifically for opioid treatment programs and methadone maintenance services.

What makes this hospital-based detox center different from other detox facilities? +

The program operates within a major university medical center, providing access to comprehensive medical resources and specialized care for complex withdrawal cases. The combination of hospital-level medical supervision with OTP-certified methadone maintenance offers enhanced safety for medically supervised detox.

Does the program treat co-occurring mental health conditions during detox? +

Yes, the facility provides detox services for patients with co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis conditions, including trauma and PTSD. The medical team addresses both substance use disorders and concurrent mental health conditions during the withdrawal management process.

Are there specialized services for deaf or hard-of-hearing patients needing detox? +

The program provides specialized accommodation for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals requiring medical detox services. This ensures that communication barriers do not prevent access to medically supervised withdrawal management and methadone maintenance protocols.