St. Peter’s Addiction Recovery Center

Opioid Services (with Medication-Assisted Treatment)

St. Peter’s Health Partners operates two outpatient treatment sites providing withdrawal and stabilization services to individuals struggling with opioid addiction, including prescription pain medication and heroin. We provide Rapid Access to Medication Assisted Treatment. Individuals can access the program through any of our St. Peter’s Health Partners Emergency Departments, or at our walk-in clinics in Albany and Cohoes. No appointment is necessary.

St. Peter’s Addiction and Recovery Services - St. Peter’s Hospital

315 S. Manning Blvd., Albany
518-525-1550

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Hours Monday - Friday - 9 am - 5 pm | New Patients Monday - Friday, 9 am – 2:30 pm

After hours and weekends, patients can present to an Emergency Room for Day-One-Dosing and a referral to ADP the next business day

St. Peter’s Addiction and Recovery Services - Cohoes

55 Mohawk St., Cohoes
518-235-1100

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Walk-in Hours Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 11:30 am

Additional Services offered throughout the day for established clients

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Access and admission to treatment is available 24-hours a day at all three St. Peter’s Health Partners emergency departments.

St. Peter’s Hospital Emergency Department 315 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY
Samaritan Hospital Emergency Department 2215 Burdett Ave., Troy, NY
Albany Memorial Emergency Department 600 Northern Blvd., Albany, NY

St. Peter’s Health Partner’s opioid addiction withdrawal and stabilization services include:

Emergency medical intervention at our Emergency Departments
Withdrawal and Rapid Access to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) including long-term injectables “Sublocade and Vivitrol”
Medication bridge referral services to maintenance programs and providers
Detox tapering medications
Outpatient counseling and nursing services
Referral to primary care
Referral to harm reduction and peer support services
Referral to comprehensive inpatient or outpatient services including social supports to help those struggling with withdrawal from prescription pain medication and heroin.

Our outpatient treatment locations are staffed by an experienced, multidisciplinary team of counselors, physicians, physicians assistants, nurse practitioners and nurses – all dedicated to offering individuals a safe place to begin their recovery from opioid addiction.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: I need help right now. How long will I have to wait for an appointment?

Answer: You do not need an appointment. You can walk into our Clinic during walk-in hours, or you can go to St. Peter’s Hospital or Samaritan Hospital Emergency Departments for immediate care 24/7.

Question: Am I eligible for rapid access to MAT if I use alcohol or benzodiazepines?

Answer: Screening takes place with our nursing and medical staff to determine the best level of care. We have other withdrawal and stabilization services available that are better suited to meet the needs of an individual withdrawing from these substances. If you are experiencing withdrawal symptoms related to alcohol, benzodiazepines, or any substances other than opiates, this service is not appropriate. For immediate assistance, go to St. Peter’s Hospital or Samaritan Hospital Emergency Departments for immediate care 24/7.

Question: How long will I be in the program? How long will I be on medication (buprenorphine or naltrexone)?

Answer: We utilize medication both to taper patients off and ** the bridge to maintenance providers. This is determined individually with each patient. Our goal is to stabilize each patient and transition them to the next level of care within two to three weeks.

Question: How will I get to the program each day?

Answer: We work with MAS Medicaid Transportation to provide cab services or bus vouchers.

Question: What do I need to bring when I walk in?

Answer: Bring a photo ID and insurance card(s).

Question: What kind of insurances does SPARC accept?

Answer: Patients should contact their carrier to find participating providers. Carrier participation is updated frequently. You can also ask our front desk information associate about participation status of your insurance.

Question: What if I don’t have insurance or have a balance after my insurance?

Answer: Patients without insurance will meet with staff from Elevate who help patients in understand~~ing~~ their bills, complete assistance applications for Medicaid, or purchase plans through the Health Exchange.

Question: What do I do if I get a bill?

Answer: If you have questions about a bill, call NPAS Inc. at 800-330-5850. If they cannot resolve the issue, call SPARC billing at 518-275-4073.

Question: Where will I go from here?

Answer: We have many other services available within our own system of care and collaborate with community partners as well. Our multidisciplinary team will work with you to make a referral to an appropriate level of care.