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Community Research Foundation IMPACT

San Diego, CA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT Dual Dx
Specializes in Dual Diagnosis Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults Serious Mental Illness

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in San Diego, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Serves seniors.

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  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
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Key takeaways for Community Research Foundation IMPACT

  • Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in San Diego, CA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Community Research Foundation IMPACT

The Community Research Foundation's IMPACT program, located in San Diego's Linda Vista neighborhood, offers intensive mobile behavioral health and supportive housing services to adults aged 18-59 experiencing serious mental illness and homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Implementing the evidence-based Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model, the program offers services including psychiatric care, medication management, substance use treatment, nursing, psychosocial rehabilitation, housing assistance, benefits coordination, and support with daily living activities.
IMPACT delivers over 75% of services directly in the community, helping ensure accessibility and immediate support. Notably, all clients are provided housing within the first week of enrollment, addressing a critical need promptly. Funded by the County of San Diego's Behavioral Health Services, IMPACT accepts Medi-Cal beneficiaries, Medi-Cal eligible individuals, Medicare recipients, and the uninsured, ensuring that no one is denied services based on inability to pay.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. private non-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: June 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Community Research Foundation IMPACT at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx

Service settings

Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

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

Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Clozapine, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination +6 more

Recovery support services

Mentoring/peer support

Emergency services

Psychiatric emergency onsite services

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Coverage details →

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid

Photos

Community Research Foundation IMPACT — photo

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Community Research Foundation IMPACT accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Community Research Foundation IMPACT accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (619) 398-0355 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Community Research Foundation IMPACT offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: 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 Community Research Foundation IMPACT 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 Community Research Foundation IMPACT use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral 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 Community Research Foundation IMPACT?
Call the facility directly at (619) 398-0355 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: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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