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Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient

Erie, PA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission IOP MAT

IOP · MAT center · in Erie, PA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves trauma survivors.

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About Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient

Outpatient center offering comprehensive substance use assessment, individual and family counseling, trauma-related care, and medication for alcohol use disorder.

Private non-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 · MAT
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Adult men, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
Recovery supports
Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

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

Contact & Location

Address

2919 State Street, Erie, PA 16508

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Facility direct line

814-464-8438

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific PA Medicaid plan. Call 814-464-8438 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient offer?
This facility offers: IOP, MAT. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling.
How do I start treatment at Stairways Drug and Alcohol Outpatient?
Call the facility directly at 814-464-8438 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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