Roger Williams Medical Center Detox Unit

825 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

✓ Joint Commission 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Roger Williams Medical Center Detox Unit

  • Location: Providence, RI — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Detox
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Relapse Prevention Counseling, Medication-Assisted Treatment
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Older Adults Young Adults LGBTQ+ Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Hospital inpatient detoxification Hospital inpatient treatment
General Hospital (including VA hospital)
Methadone used in Treatment Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Methadone Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Naltrexone (oral) Medications for HIV treatment Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Brief intervention Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling
Private for-profit organization
State department of health The Joint Commission SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support
Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling
Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Mental health services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Roger Williams Medical Center Detox Unit

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Group Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Roger Williams Medical Center Detox Unit offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 4 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Group Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Roger Williams Medical Center Detox Unit works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

825 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI, 02908

Quick Facts

Program30 days
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Chronic Relapse Smoking Cessation Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamine

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

(833) 567-5838

Frequently Asked Questions

Roger Williams Medical Center Detox Unit accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Roger Williams Medical Center Detox Unit offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Relapse Prevention Counseling, Medication-Assisted Treatment. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in RI or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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