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Levels of Care Explained
Addiction treatment is not one program but a continuum, with each level matched to where a person is in recovery. These guides explain what each level of care means and how to choose.
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10 focused guides below. Start anywhere, or call our 24/7 admissions team and we will point you to the right one.
Level
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
The most structured outpatient level of care.
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Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Structured care that flexes around work and family.
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Outpatient Treatment
Lower-intensity continuing care.
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The Continuum of Care
How detox, PHP, IOP, and aftercare connect.
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PHP vs IOP
How the two levels differ and how to choose.
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How Long Is Treatment?
Typical timelines by level of care.
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What Is ASAM Criteria?
The 6-dimension framework that determines PHP, IOP, or outpatient placement.
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How to Choose a Treatment Program
Licensing, accreditation, red flags, and the questions to ask on the call.
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Outpatient vs Inpatient Rehab
The real clinical difference, who belongs in each, and why outpatient works for most people.
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How Long Does Detox Take?
Detox timelines by substance and what determines duration.
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