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Boulder Alcohol Education Center

Boulder, CO

SAMHSA Verified Detox Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Detox · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Boulder, CO · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves veterans, adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Boulder Alcohol Education...: 303-444-6142

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About Boulder Alcohol Education Center

Private outpatient center providing comprehensive substance use treatment for adults and adolescents with trauma-informed care, individual and group therapy.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

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
Detox · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Outpatient detoxification, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Special populations
Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Nicotine replacement
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

3300 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80303

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Facility direct line

303-444-6142

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Boulder Alcohol Education Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Boulder Alcohol Education Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CO Medicaid plan. Call 303-444-6142 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Boulder Alcohol Education Center offer?
This facility offers: Detox, Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient detoxification, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Boulder Alcohol Education Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does Boulder Alcohol Education Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Boulder Alcohol Education Center?
Call the facility directly at 303-444-6142 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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