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Ascend Recovery Center

Albuquerque, NM

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient Outpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Albuquerque, NM · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Ascend Recovery Center

This outpatient addiction recovery center provides partial hospitalization programs (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), medication-assisted treatment, case management and more to clients in South Florida. The PHP includes 25 hours of treatment per week and the IOP includes up to 15 hours per week of treatment. The majority of the programs at Ascend include group therapy as the major focus, with a few individual sessions a week as well. They offer a blend of evidence-based therapies and holistic therapies. Some treatments that they specialize in include brain mapping, art therapy, yoga therapy, life skills training and relapse prevention counseling. They provide opportunities for clients to attend either 12 step programs or SMART Recovery programs depending on their interests and personality.
In addition to their standard programming, they offer a program specifically based on biblical Christianity. The Alpha Series explains what the Bible says what God has done to make us worthy as human beings. The program applies the gospel of Jesus as a solution to the problem of addiction.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. 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
Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons with eating disorders
Medications used
Quetiapine, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Recovery supports
Housing services, Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
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: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicaid; Other State funds; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

883 Lead Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102

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Facility direct line

(561) 328-9544

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ascend Recovery Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Ascend Recovery Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NM Medicaid plan. Call (561) 328-9544 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Ascend Recovery Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. 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 Ascend Recovery Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Ascend Recovery Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Ascend Recovery Center?
Call the facility directly at (561) 328-9544 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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