Doug Paulson Unity Recovery

Alexandria, MN

SAMHSA Verified IOP

IOP center · in Alexandria, MN · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents.

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About Doug Paulson Unity Recovery

A comprehensive outpatient center for children, adolescents, and adults, offering individual and group counseling, 12-step facilitation, and relapse prevention.

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: IOP
Service settings: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups: Children/Adolescents
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: Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

503 Hawthorne Street, Alexandria, MN 56308

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Facility direct line

320-219-7474

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Doug Paulson Unity Recovery accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Doug Paulson Unity Recovery accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MN Medicaid plan. Call 320-219-7474 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Doug Paulson Unity Recovery offer?

This facility offers: IOP. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.

Does Doug Paulson Unity Recovery have specialized programs?

SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.

What therapy methods does Doug Paulson Unity Recovery use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, 12-step facilitation.

How do I start treatment at Doug Paulson Unity Recovery?

Call the facility directly at 320-219-7474 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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