Scripps Mercy Hospital

4077 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92103
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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.

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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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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

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4077 5th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103

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Reviews of Scripps Mercy Hospital

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3.2 (614 reviews)
Andrea M�ndez Balcells
2 weeks ago
5

I had my baby here and we had an incredible experience, the nurses and all the staff were very professional and friendly they took care of every detail

J. Leonel De La Rosa Bernal
2 weeks ago
5

Excellent care for my wife and baby!!

Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We will pass on your kind words to the directors of this institution. Kind regards. �Gracias por darse tiempo para dejarnos esta rese�a! Pasaremos sus amables palabras a los directivos de esta instituci�n. Saludos cordiales.
mary grimes
3 weeks ago
5

Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Hi Mary, thank you for the five-star rating! Take care.
Jackie Ransom
1 month ago
5

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Jackie, thank you so much for your high rating! Take care.
WhollyLivin'
1 month ago
5

This is our go to ER I'm San Diego!! They take great care of us. They get in with little wait! And We appreciate it!

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

Great care,everyone treat you nice,love it,ever since I had cancer,they are the best!!my doctor Coggins are the best,saved my life!!Thank you Lord !!Tam

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Mary, we greatly appreciate your positive review! We'll pass along your kind words to site leadership. Take care.
collena horne
1 month ago
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DO NOT have your baby delivered at this location. I had my purse stolen right after I delivered. How low can a staff member be to steal items from a patients when they are at their most vulnerable state. Staff and nurses was not helpful with the situation either. Neither was security. 11/23/2024 my purse was stolen from labor and delivery ! A floor that highly secured but yet my purse was stolen and they tried to use it at 7/11 crazy and sickening. Not to mention the nurses are very rude during your stay and it obvious communication is not key at this site. I work in the medical field and the lack of communication between nurses and staff is unbelievable. Do better

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Collena, 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.
D B
1 month ago
2

My 81 year old Mom was admitted to scripps mercy, within 2 days her phone and eyeglasses went missing, im pretty sure they were stolen.What a let down. The typical answer given by the staff , was tgat it mustve been thrown away with the bed sheets...such a let down.

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.
Britanny Teon
1 month ago
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Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Britanny, 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.
Miranda Coronel
1 month ago
5

Excellent service, the nurses , the anesthesiologist, the Dr. All the staff were really kind and helpful with me. Thank you!!

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Miranda, thank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We will pass along your kind words to site leadership. Take care.
MURZBO
1 month ago
5

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi there, thank you for the five-star rating! Take care.
Libby Dover
1 month ago
1

I'm not one to give terrible reviews on the internet but I have to make an exception here. The care and communication I received from an ER visit in late October 2024 was the worst I've experienced in my whole life. My recommendation is, if you can help it, don't go here.I was bit by a new dog we adopted on my hand. The wound wasn't life threatening at all but I figured we should get it properly cleaned, x-rayed, etc. So I visited the ER over in Hillcrest. I found the staff to be unprofessional. Very basic stuff, like introducing themselves, their role, etc. just weren't done, (except for Doc). Lots of joke cracking and chatting at the nurse's station while patients waited....looking at them, like "hey, we're over here!". Then, the "wound care" was dangerous at best. The person washing my wound, (I have no idea who he was because they don't say anything to you), didn't have like a table to put my hand on while he washed it so he wheeled the SOILED LINEN CART OVER, and used the top of that as his "table" to wash my wound. Clearly not trained in sterile technique, he had gloves on but then touched every drawer and cabinet in the room - then my hand. I had to correct him on that. As he was washing the wound out with a syringe, he dropped that into the bacitracin tub, fished it out, with his dirty gloves and just starts using it again. Anyway - I could not get out of there fast enough. The kicker is this, they charged my insurance company $12,000 in total for this. So if you're angry with our health care system and the cost of care - you can direct some anger at Scripps Mercy. In closing, save yourself a possible MRSA infection and go anywhere else.RESPONSE to Owner: I have already emailed you at that address, along with the Insurance Commission and CA Medical Board. Sent on 10.31.24. Please go back and check emails.

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Libby, 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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