Col C David Merkel MD Veterans Residential Program

444 Kiwassa Lake Road, Saranac Lake, NY 12983

3 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About Col C David Merkel MD Veterans Residential Program

Private residential and outpatient center providing comprehensive mental health and substance use care with trauma-informed approach and personalized treatment plans. Col C David Merkel MD Veterans Residential Program is located in Saranac Lake, NY. The facility provides Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Detox programs. Treatment approaches include 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. This center serves Men, Women, Older Adults, Young Adults, Veterans. Col C David Merkel MD Veterans Residential Program accepts 24 insurance providers, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health. For more information or to verify insurance coverage, call (833) 567-5838.

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Older Adults Young Adults Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential Long-term residential Short-term residential
Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Use methadone/buprenorphine for pain management or emergency dosing
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medications for HIV treatment Medications for Hepatitis C treatment Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy 12-step facilitation
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment
Adult men Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
Treatment for gambling disorder Treatment for other addiction disorder
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Adults
Male
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Early intervention for HIV Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance

What to Expect at Col C David Merkel MD Veterans Residential Program

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Contact Information

444 Kiwassa Lake Road, Saranac Lake, NY, 12983

Quick Facts

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Insurance24 accepted

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(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Smoking Cessation

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col C David Merkel MD Veterans Residential Program accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Col C David Merkel MD Veterans Residential Program offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in NY or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA
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