Opioid Detox and Treatment Accepting New Patients
November 6, 2026 · 5 min read
Medically reviewed by Jeffrey H. Simon, M.D.
Medical Director, Virginia Addiction & Mental Health Center · Last reviewed November 6, 2026
When you decide to stop using opioids, waiting weeks for a bed can feel impossible. Here's how to find care that can actually see you, and how to stay safe in the meantime.
You may not need an inpatient bed
Many people searching for "detox" really need a way through withdrawal into ongoing treatment. For opioids, that's often starting buprenorphine with a prescriber and moving straight into therapy — no overnight stay. Inpatient detox makes more sense if you're also dependent on alcohol or benzodiazepines, have serious medical problems, or can't stay safe at home.
What to do today
- Call (571) 586-2883. Our admissions team will screen you and check your insurance.
- Have your insurance card and a list of what you use and how much ready.
- Get naloxone from any Virginia pharmacy and keep it with you.
- Don't use alone while you wait for your first appointment.
What we offer
A physician-led assessment, MAT with buprenorphine or naltrexone, and therapy in our PHP or IOP. If you need inpatient detox first, we help arrange it and save your place to step down with us afterward. Check your coverage on our insurance page.
Frequently asked questions
- Are you an inpatient opioid detox?
- No. We're an outpatient center in Alexandria with virtual care for Virginia residents. Our physicians can often start buprenorphine on an outpatient basis. When inpatient detox is safer, we coordinate a referral to trusted, vetted providers.
- How quickly can I start?
- It depends on your assessment, your insurance, and current openings. Call us and we'll tell you honestly how soon we can see you — and point you to a faster option if one exists.
- What should I ask a detox before I go?
- Ask whether they offer buprenorphine or methadone rather than only 'comfort meds,' whether they're in network with your insurance, and what treatment plan they set up for after discharge.
Talk with our admissions team
A benefits check takes about five to ten minutes and there is no obligation to enroll. We are in-network with major commercial plans and can tell you what your policy covers before you commit.