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Hospital Program · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

UPMC/Mercy Hospital Acute Medical Detox

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program
Address
1400 Locust Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Available
24/7 admissions

About

About UPMC/Mercy Hospital Acute Medical Detox

UPMC/Mercy Hospital Acute Medical Detox operates as a hospital-based detox center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, providing medically supervised withdrawal management within Mercy Hospital’s 24-hour acute care setting. Located at 1400 Locust Street in downtown Pittsburgh, this facility specializes in medical detox services with continuous medical supervision for patients experiencing alcohol detox, drug detox, and complex withdrawal syndromes requiring hospital-level care.

The program offers medical detox as part of a comprehensive continuum that includes residential treatment and outpatient programs. Their inpatient detox services focus on withdrawal management for substance use disorders, alcohol use disorder, and co-occurring mental health conditions. The hospital setting enables medical staff to manage medically complicated withdrawals and dual diagnosis cases that require intensive monitoring during the detox process.

As a Joint Commission accredited hospital program, UPMC/Mercy follows established withdrawal protocols within their acute care environment. The facility treats patients with co-occurring disorders, trauma, PTSD, and provides specialized support for individuals with HIV/AIDS. Their medical team addresses complex cases where patients need both medical detox and treatment for underlying medical conditions.

The detox center serves young adults, men, and women from Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, and throughout Western Pennsylvania. Insurance coverage includes Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay options with financial assistance available. Patients requiring immediate medical intervention during withdrawal benefit from the hospital’s comprehensive medical resources and 24-hour physician availability.

  • Hospital-based acute medical detox with 24-hour physician availability for complex withdrawals
  • Joint Commission accredited facility ensuring clinical standards for withdrawal protocols
  • Integrated treatment for co-occurring medical conditions and dual diagnosis cases
  • Downtown Pittsburgh location with immediate access to full hospital medical services
  • Comprehensive insurance acceptance including Medicaid, Medicare, and TRICARE

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program
Conditions
Substance Use Addiction Alcohol Use Disorder Co-occurring Disorders Dual Diagnosis Hiv/aids Trauma PTSD
Populations
Young Adults (18-25) Men Women Hiv/aids Support Trauma / PTSD Deaf / Hard Of Hearing Co-occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Languages
English
Facility
24-hour Operations Telehealth Available Hospital-based Acute Detox

Location

Where it is

1400 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 Get directions

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Medical Detox Services & Withdrawal Management

UPMC/Mercy Hospital's acute medical detox program provides medically supervised withdrawal management within a full-service hospital environment. The 24-hour operations ensure continuous medical monitoring for patients undergoing alcohol detox, opioid detox, and other complex withdrawal syndromes. Medical staff can immediately address complications that may arise during the detox process, including seizures, cardiac issues, or severe dehydration.

The hospital-based setting distinguishes this program from standalone detox centers, offering immediate access to emergency medical interventions, laboratory services, and specialist consultations. Patients with multiple substance dependencies or underlying medical conditions receive comprehensive care that addresses both withdrawal symptoms and concurrent health issues requiring medical attention.

Dual Diagnosis & Co-occurring Disorder Treatment

The facility specializes in treating patients with co-occurring disorders, addressing both substance use and mental health conditions simultaneously during medical detox. Their dual diagnosis approach recognizes that many patients requiring detox services also struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other psychiatric conditions that complicate withdrawal management.

Medical staff coordinate care between addiction medicine and psychiatry to ensure patients receive appropriate medications and monitoring for both withdrawal symptoms and mental health stabilization. This integrated approach is particularly important for patients with trauma histories or those who have used substances to self-medicate underlying mental health conditions.

Insurance Coverage & Financial Information

UPMC/Mercy Hospital Acute Medical Detox accepts multiple insurance plans including Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and TRICARE for covered detox services. The hospital's financial counselors work with patients and families to verify benefits and explain coverage for medically supervised detox programs.

For those without insurance coverage, self-pay options are available with financial assistance programs accessible through the UPMC system. Patients can obtain detailed financial assistance information through upmc.com or by speaking directly with hospital financial counselors who can explain payment plans and assistance programs based on individual circumstances.

Location & Contact Information

Located at 1400 Locust Street in downtown Pittsburgh, UPMC/Mercy Hospital provides easily accessible medical detox services for residents throughout Allegheny County and Western Pennsylvania. The urban location offers public transportation access and proximity to other medical specialists that patients may need during or after detox treatment.

Families and individuals seeking immediate medical detox services can contact the facility at (412) 232-4080 or through help@myupmc.com. The 24-hour operations mean that medical detox admissions can be processed at any time, which is crucial for individuals experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms or those in medical crisis requiring immediate intervention.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
Medicaid Medicare Private Insurance TRICARE Self-pay / Cash
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Note

Financial assistance information available at upmc.com. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.

Common questions

FAQs About UPMC/Mercy Hospital Acute Medical Detox

Can the hospital provide medical detox services? +
Yes, UPMC/Mercy Hospital provides acute medical detox services with 24-hour medical supervision. The hospital-based program offers medically supervised withdrawal management for alcohol, drugs, and complex substance dependencies requiring continuous medical monitoring.
How long is medically supervised detox at UPMC/Mercy Hospital? +
The length of medical detox varies based on individual withdrawal symptoms, substances used, and medical complications. Hospital-based acute medical detox typically ranges from several days to over a week, with medical staff monitoring progress and adjusting treatment as needed.
Is there a difference between rehab and detox at this facility? +
Yes, medical detox focuses specifically on medically supervised withdrawal management, while rehab includes longer-term treatment. UPMC/Mercy Hospital provides medical detox services and also offers residential treatment and outpatient programs as part of their continuum of care.
Is detox considered hospitalization at UPMC/Mercy? +
Yes, the acute medical detox program operates within the hospital setting, meaning patients receive inpatient hospital care during withdrawal management. This provides access to full medical services and emergency interventions if complications arise during detox.
What types of withdrawal does UPMC/Mercy Hospital treat? +
The facility treats withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances requiring medical supervision. Their hospital-based setting is particularly suited for complex withdrawals and patients with co-occurring medical conditions that need monitoring during detox.
Does UPMC/Mercy Hospital accept Medicaid for detox services? +
Yes, the facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay for medical detox services. Financial assistance programs are available through the UPMC system for those who qualify.
Can patients with co-occurring mental health conditions receive detox? +
Yes, UPMC/Mercy Hospital specializes in treating patients with co-occurring disorders, including those with dual diagnosis conditions. The program addresses both substance withdrawal and mental health conditions like PTSD, depression, and anxiety during medical detox.
Is medical detox available 24 hours a day? +
Yes, UPMC/Mercy Hospital operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This means medical detox services and admissions are available around the clock for individuals experiencing withdrawal symptoms or requiring immediate medical intervention.
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