LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown

Los Angeles, CA

SAMHSA Verified PHP Dual Dx Telehealth

PHP · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Los Angeles, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves seniors, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to LA Centers for Alcohol and...: 562-777-7500

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About LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown

Classified as partial hospitalization/day treatment. 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: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care: PHP · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Therapy approaches: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups: Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations: Seniors or older adults, 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 post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Recovery supports: Housing services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation: Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid

Medicare

Private insurance

TRICARE / VA

Self-pay / Cash

Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Other State funds; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

426 South San Pedro Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90013

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Facility direct line

562-777-7500

Website

www.lacada.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call 562-777-7500 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown offer?

This facility offers: PHP, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. 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 LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, 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 post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

What therapy methods does LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown 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, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.

How do I start treatment at LA Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA)/Downtown?

Call the facility directly at 562-777-7500 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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