Inpatient Addiction Treatment in Los Angeles

Who Is Inpatient Treatment Right For?

Inpatient addiction treatment is appropriate for people whose addiction has become severe enough that outpatient support alone won't be sufficient. Common indicators include: multiple previous attempts at outpatient treatment without sustained success; physical dependence on a substance requiring medically supervised detox; a home environment that makes early recovery unsafe or unsupported; co-occurring mental health conditions that need integrated clinical management; or a history of overdose.

Placement advisors conduct a thorough initial assessment before recommending a level of care. If inpatient isn't the right fit, we'll tell you — and help you find what is.

What Does Inpatient Treatment Include?

Inpatient programs in our referral network provide structured, round-the-clock care at licensed Los Angeles facilities. Treatment typically includes:

• Medically supervised detox for substances requiring it (alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines)
• Individual therapy with a licensed therapist (multiple sessions weekly)
• Group therapy and process groups
• Psychiatric evaluation and medication management when indicated
• Dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions
• Family counseling and involvement
• Evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care
• Discharge planning and aftercare coordination

Staff-to-patient ratios at the programs we refer to are designed so the clinical team at the program knows you by name — not just your case number.

How Long Is Inpatient Treatment in Los Angeles?

The standard initial inpatient stay is 30 days. However, research consistently shows that 60- and 90-day programs produce substantially better outcomes — particularly for opioid, methamphetamine, and polysubstance addiction, which involve significant neurological changes that take time to stabilize.

The treatment team at the program will assess your progress and recommend a length of stay based on your specific needs, not a fixed calendar. Many insurance plans will authorize extended stays based on medical necessity under California's SB 855 parity law.

Does Insurance Cover Inpatient Rehab in California?

Under California's SB 855 (effective January 1, 2021), commercial health insurers must cover medically necessary treatment for all substance use disorders — including residential inpatient treatment — under the same terms as other medical conditions. New enforcement regulations enacted in July 2025 further restrict insurers from using overly restrictive medical necessity criteria to deny coverage (CA Dept. of Insurance, July 2025).

In practical terms: if your physician and the clinical team at the program determine inpatient treatment is medically necessary, your PPO insurance plan is legally required to cover it. Call (213) 436-1435 and a placement advisor will verify your specific benefits at no cost.

What Substances Do Programs in Our Network Treat?

Programs in our network address the full range of substance use disorders common in Los Angeles, including fentanyl and opioid addiction, alcohol dependence, methamphetamine use disorder, heroin, cocaine and stimulants, benzodiazepine dependency, prescription drug addiction, and polysubstance use. Clinical teams at matched programs are experienced with the specific patterns of use seen in the LA market — including high-functioning cocaine and stimulant use among professional populations, and the fentanyl contamination of the city's entire illicit drug supply.

What Happens After Inpatient Treatment?

Discharge planning begins at admission, not the day before you leave. The treatment team at the program works with you throughout your stay to build a step-down plan that may include partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), sober living, outpatient therapy, and ongoing psychiatric care. Recovery is not an event — it's a continuum of care, and alumni networks often remain connected to the program beyond discharge.

How Do I Get Started?

Call (213) 436-1435 any time — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A placement advisor will ask a few brief questions to understand your situation, verify your insurance benefits at no cost, and walk you through next steps. Most placements are completed within 24 hours. You don't need to have everything figured out before you call.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between inpatient and outpatient treatment?

Inpatient (residential) treatment means you live at the facility and receive full-time care. Outpatient treatment means you attend sessions during the day and return home at night. Inpatient is recommended for moderate-to-severe addiction, physical dependence, or when outpatient attempts have not succeeded.

Can I keep my phone during inpatient treatment?

Phone policies vary by program and phase of treatment. During the initial detox phase, limited phone access is typical to support focus on early recovery. Placement advisors can discuss the specific policies of programs in our network during your placement call.

Can family visit during inpatient treatment?

Yes. Family involvement is part of the treatment model at most licensed programs. Programs typically have structured family visitation schedules and offer family therapy sessions. Research shows that family engagement during treatment significantly improves outcomes.