Questions about Inpatient Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center in Las Vegas, Nevada

Question 1

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Yes, all of our rehab facilities have designated smoking areas where patients may smoke when not engaged in treatment programming. Please be aware you will need to bring your own cigarettes in an unopened pack or carton or purchase them at the on-campus store. Your family and friends can also send you cigarettes but they must be factory-sealed packs or cartons. Please double-check the rules when you talk to our staff or during check-in.

Question 2

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We generally accept pregnant women who are medically stable into our addiction treatment programs; however, it is up to the discretion of facility staff.

Question 3

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We do offer translation services on as-needed basis. Some of our facilities are more likely to have a translator readily available. We are willing to work with anyone that is trying to get help with their addiction. In addition to spoken languages, we also offer ASL translation selectively. Please make sure to detail the need for a translator when speaking with us.

Question 4

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We accept coverage from many private insurers, as well as Health Plan of Nevada (HPN) Medicaid. We also offer options for paying out of pocket or through financing. You can learn more about paying for treatment here.

Question 5

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At Desert Hope, safety is our top priority and we work to ensure the safety of all patients and staff. 

In the case of a natural disaster impacting the safety of our patients and staff at the facility, we will relocate or release all impacted patients to a safe location near you. During emergencies, such as hurricanes, wildfires or other natural disasters, we may stop admission to our facility. 

In the case of a medical emergency, we follow directions given by the patient at time of admission.

We contact the primary contact for the patient if one has been provided. If no emergency contact has been provided, we follow directions given by the patient at time of admission.

If you are trying to reach a loved one due to an emergency at home, you can call us directly at 702-789-6201 or you can call your loved one's cell if they currently have access to their phone.

Question 6

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Yes, all addiction treatment at our facility is 100% voluntary. We do not force patients to attend or to stay. We do provide counseling services for those that want to leave early or against medical advice (AMA). 

If you feel you or your loved one is a danger to themselves, please get help immediately. You can call your local emergency services or get help from outside resources such as the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or the National Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration at 1-800-662-4357.

Question 7

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Most insurance plans are required to offer some form of coverage for substance abuse treatment. Learn how to use your health insurance to cover the cost of rehab today. Although we accept many insurance plans, a person does not need to have insurance to attend an American Addiction Centers' facility like Desert Hope Treatment Center, and can pay out of pocket.

Question 8

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Desert Hope Treatment Center can help you recover from addiction to drugs or alcohol. This includes treatment for addiction to the following substances and more:
Alcohol.
Prescription opioids.
Heroin.
Cocaine.
Methamphetamine.
Benzodiazepines.

Question 9

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The inpatient program at Desert Hope is equipped to treat substance use disorder and other co-occurring disorders simultaneously. Comprehensive treatment for addiction and other conditions is crucial since these disorders may exacerbate each other. Co-occurring disorders that people with addiction often face include:
Anxiety disorders.
Depression.
Bipolar disorder.
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Question 10

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The ideal duration of addiction treatment (short-term rehab, month-long treatment, or long-term rehab) varies between individuals. Following inpatient treatment, patients may transfer into outpatient rehab, stay in a sober-living facility, or join a peer-support program to maintain focus on their recovery.

Question 11

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Desert Hope Treatment Center is conveniently located less than 15 minutes away from Harry Reid International Airport. Admissions navigators can coordinate your trip for you, and even set you up with a sober escort if you request one.

Sober escorts are experienced staff members that will ensure you travel safely from your home to the facility, addressing your concerns and alleviating fears along the way. 
We can provide transportation to our Las Vegas facility for inpatient alcohol and drug rehab and, in some cases, outpatient services. Please discuss details of travel to Las Vegas and arrival times with us so we can make sure we are available to transport you.

Question 12

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Yes, Desert Hope offers sober living and several levels of outpatient rehab, including:
Partial hospitalization, where patients visit the facility 5+ days a week, for a minimum of 6 hours at a time.Intensive outpatient treatment, in which patients attend sessions at least 3 days a week for 3 hours or more per day.
Standard outpatient care, which offers the most flexibility in scheduling.
It is common for patients to move through different levels of addiction treatment during their time in rehab. For example, many patients start with medical detox before transferring to inpatient or outpatient rehab.

Question 13

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Often, the first step in getting admitted to treatment is checking whether your insurance covers treatment at Desert Hope. You can do this by filling out the confidential .

Our admissions navigators are standing by 24/7 to guide you through the admissions process and answer any questions about treatment at Desert Hope

If you lack insurance, or your insurer does not cover treatment at Desert Hope, there are other payment options that make rehab costs more manageable, like financing.

Question 14

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Desert Hope Treatment Center does accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), but the amount of treatment insurance will cover will depend on your plan. With regard to treatment plans, only a medical professional can make a suggestion on what the right course of treatment would be. This could include detox, inpatient care, outpatient treatment, etc.

Question 15

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Yes. Desert Hope Treatment Center is in network with Health Plan of Nevada's HMO plans, EPO plans, and most of their Medicaid plans.

Question 16

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Desert Hope Treatment Center is not currently in-network with Silver Summer Insurance. However, that does not mean that treatment is not an option. There are multiple options for paying for treatment, including financing. You can call us at  to learn more.

Question 17

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We allow cell phone and electronics use at our facility; however, please be advised that some restrictions apply in certain levels of care and at certain times. View our policy.

Question 18

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Desert Hope offers various levels of care, some of which require more time than others. View our programs.

Question 19

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Yes; however, men and women reside in separate locations. Additionally, men and women are separated once weekly for trauma-informed treatment sessions. Groups, meals, and activities are all co-ed.

Question 20

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No. Our treatment does include the 12-Step approach which incorporates the concept of a "higher power" but this is not a Christian treatment program.

Question 21

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View our What to Expect page to see the items we suggest you pack and which items to leave at home.

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