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UPMC Mercy Hospital – Acute Medical Detox – Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh — Pennsylvania

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Overview

About UPMC Mercy Hospital – Acute Medical Detox

For individuals and families in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania searching for drug and alcohol rehab, UPMC Mercy Hospital – Acute Medical Detox offers comprehensive addiction treatment in a professional, supportive environment. Located in the Pittsburgh area, this facility provides a range of programs including medical detox for safe withdrawal management, inpatient rehab for structured around-the-clock care, and outpatient services like IOP and PHP for people who need more flexibility.

Co-occurring mental health conditions — depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder among them — are addressed through dual diagnosis programming. Getting help shouldn't be complicated. A single call to (844) 561-0606 can confirm insurance coverage, check availability at this Pittsburgh center, and connect you with a treatment specialist who understands what you're going through.

At a Glance

Quick Facts

Location
1400 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Accreditation
State department of health
Who We Treat
Young Adults (18–25), Male and Female
Conditions
Gambling, Trauma
Substances
Benzodiazepines, Chronic Relapse, Alcohol, Opioids
Phone
(412) 232-4080

About This Facility

What This Center Offers

UPMC Mercy Hospital – Acute Medical Detox provides a structured environment where people facing drug and alcohol addiction can focus fully on recovery. The center treats a broad range of substance use disorders — alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, cocaine, and more — and offers integrated care for patients with dual diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or trauma-related conditions.

Core programming may include medical detox, residential inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol use disorders, evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT, group and family counseling, and relapse prevention skills. The team works with clients to match the right level of care based on clinical need, not just availability. To find out what programs are open right now and whether your insurance is accepted, call the 24/7 helpline at (844) 561-0606.

Fit Check

Who This Facility Is Best For

  • Adults in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and surrounding communities seeking local addiction treatment
  • Individuals with Medicaid, Medicare, BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, or UnitedHealthcare coverage
  • People needing Dual Diagnosis or similar levels of care
  • Adults managing co-occurring mental health conditions (dual diagnosis) alongside substance use
  • Those struggling with Benzodiazepines, Chronic Relapse, Alcohol or other substance use disorders

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Our admissions team can verify your insurance, check current bed availability, and help you compare options in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — all in a single call.

Self-Assessment

Is This the Right Rehab for You?

Quick self-check to help you decide. Tap any question to expand.

Do you need help as soon as possible (same-day or within 24 hours)?
Same-day admissions are often available at UPMC Mercy Hospital – Acute Medical Detox and similar centers in Pennsylvania. Call (844) 561-0606 to check current bed availability and start the intake process within minutes.
Is insurance coverage your main concern?
Most major plans — including Medicaid, Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and others — are commonly accepted at Pennsylvania rehabs. Our team can verify your specific benefits in minutes at no cost.
Are you unsure whether you need detox, inpatient, or outpatient care?
That decision usually comes down to medical risk during withdrawal, severity of use, home stability, and any co-occurring mental health diagnoses. An admissions specialist can walk through your situation and recommend the right level of care.
Do you have a mental health condition alongside substance use?
Many Pittsburgh area clients have a dual diagnosis — depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or trauma history. Integrated treatment addresses both at the same time, which produces better long-term outcomes than treating them separately.
Is it important to stay close to home during rehab?
Staying in Pennsylvania offers real benefits: family can attend therapy, discharge planning coordinates with local outpatient providers, and you maintain connections to support systems that matter for long-term recovery.

Treatment

Care Options

State department of health
Who We Treat
Young Adults (18–25)Male and Female
Approaches
Twelve Step
Therapies & Services
Co-Occurring Mental Health
Conditions
GamblingTrauma
Substances
BenzodiazepinesChronic RelapseAlcoholOpioids
Languages
English
Aftercare
Continuing CareSupport Meetings

Care Options

Levels of Care

Dual Diagnosis
Simultaneous treatment of addiction and mental health conditions.
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Medical DetoxNot Offered
Medically supervised withdrawal for alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines.
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ResidentialNot Offered
Live-in 24/7 structured care.
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How to Pay

Insurance Accepted

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Provider's Policy: Always verify your specific plan before admission.

Location & Service Area

Serving Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Surrounding Cities

For people living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — or in nearby communities including Springfield, Rochester, Greenville, and Lancaster, — UPMC Mercy Hospital – Acute Medical Detox is one of the regional options for professional drug and alcohol rehab. The greater Pittsburgh area is well-served by treatment providers, which means people in crisis don't have to travel across the country to get help.

There's a real advantage to treatment close to home in Pennsylvania: family members can attend visitation and therapy, discharge planning connects clients to local outpatient providers and sober living, and long-term recovery benefits from staying anchored to a familiar community. Call (844) 561-0606 to verify insurance, check same-day availability, and find out which Pennsylvania rehab is right for your situation.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What therapies does this facility offer?
Co-Occurring Mental Health.
Where is UPMC Mercy Hospital – Acute Medical Detox located?
1400 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
What insurance is accepted?
Insurance Accepted. Always verify your specific plan.
What levels of care are offered?
Dual Diagnosis are available at this facility.
Is this rehab accredited?
Yes — State department of health accreditation.

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