How long is the program at North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit?

The typical program length is 30 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 3 levels of care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit

Cambridge, MA 02140

3 care levels

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

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Young Adults

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification

Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment

General Hospital (including VA hospital)

Methadone used in Treatment

Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere

Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program Methadone detoxification Methadone maintenance Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization

Methadone

Brief intervention

Private non-profit organization

State Substance use treatment agency State department of health Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)

Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment SAMHSA funding/block grants

Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

Screening for substance use

Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing Drug or alcohol urine screening

Naloxone and overdose education

Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification

Individual counseling

Smoking not permitted

Young Adults Adults

Female Male

Opioid use disorder clients only

Vaping not permitted

Case management service Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit

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.

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Contact Information

Cambridge, MA, 02140

617-876-0823

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Quick Facts

Program	30 days
Focus	This center treats substance u...
Insurance	24 accepted

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Co-Occurring Mental Health

Outpatient

Detox

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Family Therapy Group Therapy Life Skills Online Therapy Relapse Prevention Counseling Motivational Interviewing Medication-Assisted Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Smoking Cessation

Insurance Accepted

North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

North Charles Institute for Addiction Services/Medication Unit offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, 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 MA 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