Scripps Mercy Hospital

4077 5th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103

Scripps Mercy Hospital CA 92103

About Scripps Mercy Hospital

Scripps Mercy Hospital is located in San Diego, California. They provide alcohol and drug rehab services through inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, and medication-assisted treatment services. Their programs are available to teens and adults.

The medication-assisted treatment program is a drug rehab program that provides individuals struggling with opioid use disorder evidence-based treatment in an outpatient setting. Clients are given FDA-approved medications in combination with mental health counseling, case management, and relapse prevention services.

The inpatient program is an acute care program that offers short-term assistance to adults who are at risk of harming themselves or others. Mental health management services are provided, along with discharge planning to help individuals get into an outpatient level of care for ongoing treatment.
The outpatient program offers individuals mental health counseling, referrals to other programs, group therapy, and psycho-educational classes.

Scripps Mercy Hospital Accepts most major medical insurance plans, including Magellan, United Healthcare, Cigna, Beacon, and more. Out-of-network benefits may vary, so it’s important to verify coverage with the provider before starting treatment.

Latest Reviews

Judi Wells
4 weeks ago on Google
5
My mom was recently admitted to the hospital. The staff was AMAAAAZING. Everyone we came in contact with was super helpful, caring and took their time explaining things to us. Wendy, (floor 8 nurse), Dr Tashima (hospitalist), Kay (I think that was her name? case worker), all went above and beyond. Only thing that was icky was the food. Not so great. But the staff was fabulous....
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Hi Judi, thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We'll pass along your feedback to site leadership. Take care!
Brad Goldsmith
1 month ago on Google
5
I cant even begin to express how greatful i am for the level of care i received.We were here on vacation and i had a unexpected medical emergency at the zoo.Ambulance came and transported me right awayA lot i don t remember.My care there for three days was amazing even being here out of town.The drs got me the care i need and had me on my way with a heart monitor so i could get home safely. so many people there i would like to thank.
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hi Brad, thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We'll pass along your feedback to site leadership. Take care!
Ximena Ramirez
1 month ago on Google
5
I had surgery on 10/08. I was one of the first patients in the morning and I have nothing but good things to say about everyone I encountered from the door. Mrs Sylvia was a delight to check in with, I came in a little bit nervous for my procedure and she thanked me for coming prepared and made me feel welcomed. Eric was my pre op nurse and he did a really good job prepping me for surgery. Ate Thelma was my surgical nurse and I just want to tell her the biggest thank you for taking care of me. Since she picked me up at pre op she made me feel safe. Knowing I was going to be under with her in the room, I knew she was taking care of me, along with Lindsay. Obviously dr Taller and dr Abhijith, my surgeon and anesthetist, did amazing and kept me safe and alive, which I m very thankful for. I unfortunately and thankfully don t remember my recovery nurse, that wasn t my finest moment and my apologies. Post op was a breeze thanks to my nurses Fara, Daniel, Ceajay, Marygrace and Evelyn. This has been my only surgery and medical stay ever, this hospital has an amazing team that I appreciate a lot. I came in nervous and scared but it stopped the second I met these people. I m deeply grateful for the care I received.The hospital is clean and has everything and more you could need. In any case the only thing I would improve is a little more room and improved space for visitors. There was only one chair for visitors in a double patient room. But that is it. Amazing people and good facility.
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hi Ximena, thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We'll pass along your feedback to site leadership. Take care!

Location

Accepted Insurance

Scripps Mercy Hospital works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Treatments

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
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Hearing Impaired Program
A sensory disability, such as hearing impairment, can compound the challenges of addiction recovery. Drug rehabs that are specially designed to accommodate the needs of persons with hearing impairments will include special accessibility features and accommodations to make treatment as comfortable and effective as possible. This may include access to American Sign Language interpreters.
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HIV/AIDS Program
HIV/AIDS programs support disease prevention and management in high-risk individuals in recovery. Individuals who engage in intravenous drug use and other addictive behaviors are at a higher risk of becoming infected with HIV. Rehab centers that specialize in treating this population typically have a high number of nurses, physicians, and psychiatrists on staff who can make sure both their medical and mental health needs are met.
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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Contact Information

Phone icon (619) 294-8111
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4077 5th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103

Fact checked and written by:
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Edited by:
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3.2 (590 reviews)
Judi Wells
4 weeks ago
5

My mom was recently admitted to the hospital. The staff was AMAAAAZING. Everyone we came in contact with was super helpful, caring and took their time explaining things to us. Wendy, (floor 8 nurse), Dr Tashima (hospitalist), Kay (I think that was her name? case worker), all went above and beyond. Only thing that was icky was the food. Not so great. But the staff was fabulous....

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Hi Judi, thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We'll pass along your feedback to site leadership. Take care!
Brad Goldsmith
1 month ago
5

I cant even begin to express how greatful i am for the level of care i received.We were here on vacation and i had a unexpected medical emergency at the zoo.Ambulance came and transported me right awayA lot i don t remember.My care there for three days was amazing even being here out of town.The drs got me the care i need and had me on my way with a heart monitor so i could get home safely. so many people there i would like to thank.

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Hi Brad, thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We'll pass along your feedback to site leadership. Take care!
Ximena Ramirez
1 month ago
5

I had surgery on 10/08. I was one of the first patients in the morning and I have nothing but good things to say about everyone I encountered from the door. Mrs Sylvia was a delight to check in with, I came in a little bit nervous for my procedure and she thanked me for coming prepared and made me feel welcomed. Eric was my pre op nurse and he did a really good job prepping me for surgery. Ate Thelma was my surgical nurse and I just want to tell her the biggest thank you for taking care of me. Since she picked me up at pre op she made me feel safe. Knowing I was going to be under with her in the room, I knew she was taking care of me, along with Lindsay. Obviously dr Taller and dr Abhijith, my surgeon and anesthetist, did amazing and kept me safe and alive, which I m very thankful for. I unfortunately and thankfully don t remember my recovery nurse, that wasn t my finest moment and my apologies. Post op was a breeze thanks to my nurses Fara, Daniel, Ceajay, Marygrace and Evelyn. This has been my only surgery and medical stay ever, this hospital has an amazing team that I appreciate a lot. I came in nervous and scared but it stopped the second I met these people. I m deeply grateful for the care I received.The hospital is clean and has everything and more you could need. In any case the only thing I would improve is a little more room and improved space for visitors. There was only one chair for visitors in a double patient room. But that is it. Amazing people and good facility.

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Hi Ximena, thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We'll pass along your feedback to site leadership. Take care!
patricia coleman
1 month ago
5

Excellent!!

Response from the owner4 weeks ago
Hi Patricia, thank you for the great review! We wish you all the best.
Ascension 6451
1 month ago
5

I was taken care of very quickly and through the process every person that was part of the team was respectful, nice and handled me in a generous wholesome way. I recommend!

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave us this thoughtful feedback! Have a great day.
Marisela Rodriguez
1 month ago
5

I loved it, everyone there treated me very well, I recommend it, it's my second time here and I still like it. Just a little bit this year, my favorite hospital, I haven't changed it Also, oh, to pack your car and the place is very cheap. Blessings to the dr. and nurses and all their staff

Response from the owner8 months ago
Hello Marisela, thank you very much for your high rating! Take care. Hola Marisela, �muchas gracias por tu alta calificaci�n! Cuidarse.
August Marriott
1 month ago
1

Doesn't matter when I go here, from years ago to now, it's always the same. Very judgemental staff. Discriminatory. The security in front on ER picks and chooses who to search and empty their pockets. if ur a white looking he lets you just walk in, anyone else he asks if you have weapons or pepper spray or searches your bags. The doctors and staff are very judgemental. Very off putting and act as if everyone is dirty. Starting to wonder if going here for the fast service is worth it.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi there, we appreciate you sharing your feedback and we want to follow up with you. Please send your full name and contact information, along with this review, to patientfeedback@scrippshealth.org so we can discuss this further. Thank you.
Mai Ly
1 month ago
5

My husband stayed in the hospital for 10 days . There are many people take care my husband at the room 1101-1 . We have to say thank you to the amazing team from the Case Manager to the doctor Teshima , the RN , Asisstant Nurse , the Physical therapy ,We are very thankful to :the RN : JADE , Kristina , Ashley , Colin , Gabe , The ASSISTANT Nurse : Sarah , Genesis.The Physical Therapy : LEWIS , Shawn, And the other RN , Assistant Nurse , the physical therapy I forgot their name .The case manager is very good , when we have something need help , through the Nurse , they response very fast .The services is good , the food is good too .Beside that , give my special thanks to RN : JADE , the physical Therapy: LEWIS.All above is our thoughts about the Staff is very good , they are very attentive, warmly .

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Mai, thank you for your praise and kind comments about our team. We'll pass along your feedback to site leadership. Take care!
Athena Baby
1 month ago
1

Unfortunately, in order for it to register you have to put a star, they are the worst. There are maybe a couple of nurses and doctor that are very nice, but overall the majority are very unprofessional. The place is very disgusting. It's supposed to be sanitary, it's a hospital, and it's not When I went, they made us use the same toilet, I told them several times that it was all clogged up and the girls in the front were you register? Didn't even care, so each person who had to go in had to go to the bathroom in the same clogged toilet that was not flushing, then the water fountain was absolutely disgusting. Now, for the most disgusting part, my daughter, which rushed to emergency, and she was bleeding, had no idea what was wrong, an uncaring uncompassionate. Nurse decided to tell her that it could be a miscarriage. Been the most disgusting thing that she could possibly tell her asked her blood pressure is spiking, and she's so upset in everything that Look at it this way, if you're having a miscarriage, then that means that you can still have kids. So her blood pressure spiked way up, and she was hysterical, this lady had no idea what her diagnosis should have never said anything. In fact, the baby is just fine, and so is she they never bother telling us that she had assist, and that she had a hemorrhage, the doctor did. I will be further going on after this. Not to mention now, here's my part. When I had passed out there because I was really sick. They treated me with nothing but disrespect. I accidentally had an accident and they wouldn't even give me pants until I was being discharged. I had to walk around with a towel. They didn't even give me a gown. They were unprofessional. They kept on making fun of me because I did pass out. They were yelling at me. They humiliated me and my daughter Shane. Unfortunately, these are the only hospitals that san diego provides so good luck.If you go and you're better off, at a doctor's office At least you know, half of them won't be on the phone, and they do care Oh, not to mention the security is also a joke. I videoed it a security. Was there for a good hour? Flirting? With the girls who should have been helping, and they weren'tNot to mention, the waiting room is really gross. So bring sanitizer and your own mask. You're going to catch something here.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi there, we are here to help. Please send your full name and contact information, along with this review, to patientfeedback@scrippshealth.org so we can follow up with you about your review. Thank you.
Never say Never
1 month ago
5

Outstanding treatment by the staff and the providers. Had my successful Gallbladder operation done here recently.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi there, thank you for the great review! We wish you all the best.
Adriana Martinez
1 month ago
5

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Adriana, thank you for the five-star rating! Take care.
Mary Gustafson
1 month ago
2

I had an IV i my left wrist.The wrap started to seep out blood.The nurse noticed it and said she would come back to change the wrapping but she did not return.I slept against the edge of the bed and discovered blood was steadily seeping out of the wrapping which became undone. Blood covered the front of my gown and dripped down my legs as I sat up.It was on the floor and table.A doctor came in and looked shocked.He asked me if I pulled out the IV instead of saying we will get this fixed up right away.He was very insulting.The nurse was very apologetic.The blood on the floor was never completely completely cleaned up during my stay.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Mary, we want to follow up with you about your review. Please send your full name and contact information, along with this review, to patientfeedback@scrippshealth.org so we can discuss this further. Thank you.
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