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Community Medical Services Safford

Safford, AZ

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Safford, AZ · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves trauma survivors.

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About Community Medical Services Safford

Community Medical Services (CMS) provides outpatient treatment for people with opioid use disorder (OUD). Expert providers at the Safford clinic offer compassionate care, using evidence-based methods to support recovery. CMS’s goal is to help patients regain stability and improve their well-being through comprehensive treatment. Conveniently located near highways 191 and 70, the clinic is accessible via car and bus to clients throughout Graham County, with on-site parking available.
At the Safford clinic, CMS offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with FDA-approved medications like Suboxone, Naltrexone, and Methadone to reduce cravings and ease withdrawal symptoms. Alongside MAT, patients receive individual and group counseling, where therapists use evidence-based approaches to help develop healthy coping strategies.
Peer support specialists—individuals with lived experience in recovery—offer guidance and understanding throughout the treatment process. By combining medical care, counseling, and peer support, CMS provides a well-rounded approach to opioid recovery.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use 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 · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Pregnant/postpartum women, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Methadone, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, 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: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

102 East Main Street, Safford, AZ 85546

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Facility direct line

(928) 985-2700

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Community Medical Services Safford accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Community Medical Services Safford accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific AZ Medicaid plan. Call (928) 985-2700 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Community Medical Services Safford offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Community Medical Services Safford have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Pregnant/postpartum women, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Community Medical Services Safford use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Community Medical Services Safford?
Call the facility directly at (928) 985-2700 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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