OUR PURPOSE
Mission Community Hospital's First
Step Detoxification Program is known for providing excellent acute
medical detoxification services. Our experienced and compassionate medical
staff provides the quality care and supportive environment patients need to
recover from drug and alcohol addictions.
We walk side-by-side with each individual and their
loved ones on the path to healing and recovery. Being a part of the Mission
Community Hospital campus provides the extra peace of mind and medical support
services that only a hospital can provide. Our physicians work with each
patient to stabilize withdrawal symptoms and manage any other acute medical
problems with the support of 24-hour nursing care.
We understand that detoxification alone does not treat
addiction, but for most individuals is the needed first step. While our primary
purpose is to provide safe and comfortable individualized medical
detoxification, we believe it is equally important to provide a continuing plan
of care for the future. Our health care team looks ahead to the next steps in
addressing the underlying issues of addiction and ensuring the success of every
patient.
OUR PROGRAMS
First Step provides
excellent care and treatment for our patients' safe, comfortable detoxification
from alcohol and other drugs. A personalized program is specifically designed
for each person based on an extensive intake interview and analysis of medical
information. Each step of detoxification is carefully monitored and supported
by the compassionate care of highly-qualified doctors, counselors and nurses.
We also take great care in helping our patients select a continuum of care to
help them stay free of addictions and fully resume their lives.
Our physicians are accredited in the use of
Buprenorphine for the treatment of opiate addiction. Inpatient PROMETA
protocols also can be provided for the treatment of alcohol, cocaine and
methamphetamine addiction. First Step's discharge
planners have established relationships with treatment and recovery programs
throughout the community in support of both 12-step programs and other
alternatives. We offer free transportation to and from Mission Community Hospital
to your aftercare facility of choice.
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OUR FACILITY
The First Step Medical
Detoxification Program is located on the second floor of Mission Community
Hospital's South Tower. This is a spacious setting in a safe and comfortable
environment with day room, dining and counseling areas. Our patients have the
privacy they need as well as social access if they desire.
First Step has been the
treatment center of choice for hundreds of individuals each year. We create a
warm, welcoming and supportive environment to help individuals recover from the
pain of addiction. We understand that people can and do recover from addiction
every day, but they rarely do it alone. Mission Community Hospital's
First Step Medical Detoxification Program is here to help.
FIRST STEP SERVICES
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Acute Medical Detoxification
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Safe, Secure and Confidential Environment
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Full-Service Medical Care
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24-Hour Nursing Care
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Psychiatric Evaluations Available
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Individualized Treatment Plans
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Personalized Discharge Planning
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Transportation Services
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Buprenorphine Available for Opiate Addiction
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PROMETA Available for Alcohol, Cocaine and Methamphetamine Addiction
INSURANCE ACCEPTED
Inpatient medical detoxification is covered by Medicare and most major HMO/PPO
insurance plans if deemed medically necessary, including:
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Blue Cross/Blue Shield
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MHN Managed Health Network
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United Behavioral Health
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Magellan Behavioral Health
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PacificCare
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Value Options
People can and do recover from
addiction every day. Our staff is here to answer all admissions and financial
questions. Come in or call 800-608-4624 today.
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DRUG OR ALCOHOL ADDICTION SIGNS
There are many signs that an individual may have a drug or alcohol addiction.
Possessing several of these signs does not always indicate addiction. However,
if you suspect drug or alcohol addiction, please be supportive of your loved
one on his or her individual road to recovery.
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Changes in eating habits and unexplained weight loss or gain
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Needle marks or bruises
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Unexplained change in overall attitude or personality
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Loss of interest in school, work or family
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Lack of motivation, energy and self-esteem
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Excessive need for privacy or secretive behavior
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Unexplained need for money or stealing
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Change in personal grooming habits
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Mission Community Hospital
14850 Roscoe Blvd.
Panorama City, CA 91402
www.MCHonline.org
FirstStep@mchonline.org
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