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Alvarado Parkway Institute

San Diego, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Outpatient MAT Dual Dx

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in San Diego, CA · Accepts Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors.

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About Alvarado Parkway Institute

Alvarado Parkway Institute offers a full continuum of treatment services for adults with substance use disorder, mental health conditions, or co-occurring conditions, with varying levels of care throughout their locations in California. Their El Cajon facility provides intensive outpatient programs (IOP) for adults, with individualized treatment tracks available for mental health such as depression or bipolar disorder, alcohol, opioid, or other drug addiction, and for individuals with dual-diagnosis. IOP is ideal for individuals who do not need the structure of a residential or day treatment program, consisting of 3 hours of flexible treatment up to 3 days per week, with morning or afternoon tracks available. Flexible treatment schedules give clients the opportunity to practice learned skills in their lives while still receiving support. Treatment covers topics such as trauma or PTSD, anger management, emotional regulation, anxiety and stress management, coping skills, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. Alvarado Parkway Institute offers evidence-based and individualized care through methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), medication management, relapse prevention and outreach support. Additional services include limited roundtrip transportation assistance, and continental breakfast and lunch provided daily. They are a Joint Commission accredited program, and work with most major insurance providers.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

5538 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105

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Facility direct line

(619) 431-4877

Website

apibhs.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Alvarado Parkway Institute accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (619) 431-4877 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other CA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Alvarado Parkway Institute offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Alvarado Parkway Institute have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Alvarado Parkway Institute use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy.
How do I start treatment at Alvarado Parkway Institute?
Call the facility directly at (619) 431-4877 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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