How long is the program at Wedge Medical Center?

The typical program length is 5 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 2 levels of care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient.

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.

Wedge Medical Center

5520 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

2 care levels

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

About Wedge Medical Center

A private non-profit center offering outpatient services for LGBTQ+, seniors, and individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Wedge Medical Center is located in Philadelphia, PA. The facility provides Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient programs. Treatment approaches include 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy. This center serves Men, Women, Adolescents, Children, Older Adults, Young Adults, LGBTQ+. Wedge Medical Center 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 Adolescents Children Older Adults Young Adults LGBTQ+

Services Offered

Substance use treatment

Outpatient Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment

Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment

No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

No formal relationship with prescribing entity

Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere

Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement

Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling

Private for-profit organization

State Substance use treatment agency

Medicaid Cash or self-payment

Comprehensive substance use assessment Screening for substance use

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

Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education

Mentoring/peer support

Substance use disorder education Individual counseling Group counseling

Smoking not permitted

Young Adults Adults

Female Male

Vaping not permitted

Transportation assistance

What to Expect at Wedge Medical Center

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 5 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

5520 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

215-276-3922

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Quick Facts

Program	5 days
Focus	This center treats mental heal...
Insurance	24 accepted

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Co-Occurring Mental Health

Outpatient

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Family Therapy Group Therapy Online Therapy

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Smoking Cessation

Insurance Accepted

Wedge Medical Center 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

Wedge Medical Center accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Wedge Medical Center offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, 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 PA 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 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA