Substance Use Disorder Evaluations
Wells House will conduct an independent evaluation to determine the needed services and level of care for patients. Independent evaluations are often required for individuals who have court involvement. Please contact the Wells House at 301-739-7748 to schedule an evaluation.
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Intake Process
During the intake appointment, if a patient has an opioid or alcohol use disorder and requires medication-assisted treatment (MAT), specifically Buprenorphine or Vivitrol, the counselor will refer the patient to our Telemedicine services. Our Telemedicine program is offered in collaboration with psychiatrists at the University of Maryland Medical Center, Department of Psychiatry. Patient Guidelines and Requirements:
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Wells House offers clinic based treatment to adults with substance use disorders who are in need of low intensity outpatient services. Outpatient treatment is available for adults and consists of group therapy, individual therapy and other interventions such as peer support, case management and structure focused on improved functioning. Outpatient services are offered afternoon and […]
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What to Know Before You Come
What to bring: What not to bring: More Important Things to Know: We encourage residents to familiarize themselves with the environment and become fully invested in treatment as early as possible. There is a 3-day blackout period that begins the day each patient arrives. Cell phones and other electronics can be used during this period, […]
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Intensive Outpatient
Patients who attend Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) group sessions will attend either morning, afternoon or evening groups. The groups are four three-hour sessions each week. IOP sessions focus on, but are not limited to, developing healthy coping skills, anger management, relapse prevention education, identification of defense mechanisms and core beliefs, identifying and coping with triggers, […]
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Once You Have Applied
As stated on the application, all applicants must have a current TB test (received within the past 12 months) and provide documentation of the result prior to being scheduled for a Prescreen Interview. Once we receive the application and the TB result, we process the information and determine if there is additional information needed – […]
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Residential- Level 3.1
While participating in our residential treatment program, adults in recovery from Substance Use Disorders live in one of several facilities in Hagerstown and Frederick. Upon admission, patients are provided with peer support by being assigned a peer within the house. Direct Care provider staff are also available to help patients get oriented into the residential […]
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How to Apply for SUD Services
If you or someone you know is in need of substance use treatment, here is the process to find out if Wells House is the best placement for you. The process begins with a Prescreen Application filled out completely and legibly by the person seeking treatment. Here is how to obtain and submit an application […]
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Length of Stay
Length of stay is based on behavioral health medical necessity criteria. When symptoms and behaviors can be treated in a non-structured treatment setting, functional impairment is improved, and motivation is demonstrated, the insurance payer will require a step down into outpatient services. The average length of stay for Intensive Outpatient 60 to 120 days and […]
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