Veritas Recovery Center

South Amboy, NJ

SAMHSA Verified Detox Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Detox · Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in South Amboy, NJ · Accepts Medicaid · Serves trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Veritas Recovery Center: (732) 721-1000

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About Veritas Recovery Center

Veritas Recovery Center is a licensed treatment facility that opened in 2017, offering care for individuals facing substance use challenges. With 64 beds—12 for withdrawal management and 52 for short-term residential care, patients typically stay between 10 and 28 days. The center provides a structured, healing environment guided by a skilled and compassionate team.
Clients receive 24/7 support through medical care, therapy, and wellness programs. Services include individual and group therapy, medication management, dietary accommodations, and spiritual and recreational offerings like yoga and mindfulness. Each Saturday, alumni are invited to return and celebrate sobriety milestones, offering hope and inspiration through shared stories and continued connection.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

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: Detox · Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings: Residential/24-hour residential, Residential detoxification, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults
Special populations: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
Medications used: Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment, Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement
Recovery supports: Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation: Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Full list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

540 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879

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Facility direct line

(732) 721-1000

Website

www.veritasrecoverycenter.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Veritas Recovery Center accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Veritas Recovery Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NJ Medicaid plan. Call (732) 721-1000 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Veritas Recovery Center offer?

This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Residential detoxification, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

Does Veritas Recovery Center have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders.

What therapy methods does Veritas Recovery Center use?

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

How do I start treatment at Veritas Recovery Center?

Call the facility directly at (732) 721-1000 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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