Medication Assisted Treatment in Idaho
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Treating substance use disorders requires a multi-faceted approach that goes beyond simple one-on-one counseling. For many patients, medication may be required to balance mental health and mitigate the risk of relapse of drug or alcohol abuse.
But where can you turn for reliable medication-assisted treatment in Idaho?
Medication decisions require assessment by a qualified prescriber. Icarus Idaho does not provide on-site medical detox or acute withdrawal care. If outside evaluation, detox, or clearance is needed, it should occur before admission.
Icarus Wellness and Recovery in Boise provides ongoing addiction treatment. Contact the admissions and clinical teams to confirm which medication services are available and appropriate before admission. The medication discussion below is general education.
Why is Medication Assisted Treatment Good for Substance Use Disorders?
When people think about getting sober, the first thing that comes to mind is living without substances of any kind. However, this may not be realistic or ideal, depending on your unique situation, chemistry, and personality. These are just a few of the benefits of MAT.
Tapering for Opioid Use Disorder to Ease Withdrawal Symptoms
Icarus Idaho does not provide on-site medical detox or acute withdrawal care. Any needed withdrawal treatment should take place with an appropriate outside medical provider before admission. Medication and tapering decisions require assessment by a qualified prescriber.
According to current research, tapering your opioid use can lessen the uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous symptoms as the drugs clear your system. Seizures and central nervous system issues may pop up less frequently when you gradually work the drugs out of your body chemistry.
Tapering decisions should be individualized and managed by a qualified clinician. The appropriate pace depends on the medication, dose, length of use, health risks, and the person’s circumstances.
The HHS clinician guide cautions that rapid tapering or sudden discontinuation can cause significant withdrawal, worsening pain, psychological distress, and suicidal thoughts. Unless there is an immediate, life-threatening concern, opioid dose changes should be planned with a qualified clinician.
Medication Decisions and Outside Withdrawal Care
Medication needs should be assessed by a qualified prescriber. Icarus Idaho does not provide on-site medical detox or round-the-clock acute withdrawal care. If withdrawal requires medical stabilization, that care must take place with an appropriate outside provider before admission.
Medication Planning for Co-Occurring Conditions
People seeking treatment for alcohol use disorder or another substance use disorder may also need care for mental health concerns. A qualified prescriber can assess whether medication is appropriate and discuss its benefits, risks, interactions, and follow-up needs.
Before starting treatment, confirm which medication services and prescribers are available for your individual needs. This page does not establish that Icarus Idaho prescribes methadone or any other specific medication.
Discuss Medication Options with a Qualified Prescriber
Medication can be part of ongoing substance use treatment. The choice of medication and treatment setting depends on an individual clinical assessment. Do not start, stop, or change a prescribed medication based on this page; discuss your treatment plan with your prescriber.
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Substance Use Treatment and Individual Medication Needs
Medication needs vary from person to person. A qualified prescriber should assess whether medication is appropriate, explain the options, and establish a follow-up plan.
Contact Icarus Idaho before admission to confirm whether the available program can meet your treatment and medication needs. Medication availability should not be assumed from a level-of-care label. On-site medical detox is not provided.
Range of Services to Support You When You Need It
Alcohol and drug abuse are prominent issues in society today with more than 40 million people over the age of 12 abusing substances. Even with such a high percentage of people using substances, there is no single path you can take that will automatically heal you. This is why we offer a full continuum of care from residential to outpatient.
The appropriate level of addiction treatment depends on a clinical assessment. Medication-assisted treatment can be discussed alongside residential or outpatient care, according to your needs and the services available at Icarus.
When you’re ready to move beyond living in our center, you can transition to partial hospitalization or an intensive outpatient program. Both programs offer structure during the day while allowing for flexibility in the afternoons and evenings. It’s an opportunity to practice your new coping skills.
Behavioral Therapies and Support Groups
Our team does place an emphasis on the way that drugs and alcohol impact your brain chemistry, but we use all medical information available to help you sustain recovery. This means that we offer almost every type of therapy available to support you in your alcohol, drug, or OUD treatment.
Our human services team will ensure that you are connected with an individual therapist as well as our support groups. You will learn new coping skills among your peers and may participate in Twelve Step programs. We can even help you repair relationships with family therapy.
Don’t forget that Icarus in Boise also offers complementary therapies that might not otherwise be a part of your outpatient program. For example, you may participate in yoga, art, and music therapy alongside traditional therapies. This equips you with new coping skills you can employ once you transition out of our care.
Accredited Facility for Treatment of the Whole Patient with MAT Services
Not all facilities are created equal when it comes to combating the euphoric effects of continued drug and alcohol use. Medication decisions are made with a qualified prescriber as part of an individualized treatment plan. Our facility is accredited by the Joint Commission, ensuring your comfort and safety standards.
This highly sought-after designation means that our treatment programs meet all pertinent OSHA and CMS standards. However, we go a step further in upholding all of the stringent guidelines of the Joint Commission itself. Rest easy knowing your care is in good hands rather than attending a treatment setting that may not use the same clinical approach.
Medicaid and Many Forms of Insurance Accepted
Discuss Addiction Treatment Options in Boise
Contact Icarus Wellness and Recovery to discuss your treatment needs and ask which medication services are available. Admission and medication decisions depend on clinical assessment and the services the program can appropriately provide.
Insurance benefits, authorization requirements, and potential out-of-pocket costs depend on your plan and the proposed care. A benefits review does not guarantee coverage, payment, admission, or access to a particular medication.
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- Clinical Guidelines for Withdrawal Management and Treatment of Drug Dependence in Closed Settings. Geneva: World Health Organization; 2009. 4, Withdrawal Management. Available from:
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- Kuppili, P. P., Parmar, A., Gupta, A., & Balhara, Y. P. S. (2018). Role of Yoga in Management of Substance-use Disorders: A Narrative Review. Journal of neurosciences in rural practice, 9(1), 117–122.
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Medical Reviewer: Dr. Roland Segal
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