Questions about Hospital-Based Addiction Treatment in Orange County, California

Question 1

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Our Orange County addiction rehab facility is licensed to treat a full range of alcohol and drug use disorders. This includes addiction to commonly misused substances such as: 
 
Alcohol
Benzodiazepines (e.g., Valium and Xanax)
Cocaine 
Crystal Meth
Marijuana 
Opioids(e.g., heroin and fentanyl)
Prescription medications

Question 2

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There is no set or predetermined length of inpatient detox or rehab. Detoxification and treatment durations vary and typically depend on a person’s individual needs.

At Laguna Treatment Center in Orange County, California, the average length of medical detox is 5–7 days, and the average length of inpatient or residential rehab is 10 days.

However, we tailor our addiction treatment plans to each patient. Some participants may wish to stay in short-term rehab for several days or weeks, while others may require long-term rehab that lasts for several months.

Question 3

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Yes, our Orange County inpatient rehab center specializes in the treatment of addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.

According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, an estimated 45% of Americans (or 17 million people) who met the criteria for a substance use disorder in 2020 also suffered from an additional form of mental illness.

At Laguna, we can treat a wide variety of co-occurring disorders, including: 

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Anxiety
Bipolar disorder 
Depression
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Question 4

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The staff at Laguna Treatment Center can help make all the necessary travel arrangements to get you or your loved one to our inpatient rehab facility. 

Our location in Orange County, California, is just 20 minutes away from John Wayne Airport, near beautiful coastal cities like Dana Point, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo, Huntington Beach, and San Juan Capistrano. Other nearby airports include: 
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)


From the airport, there are a variety of public and private transportation options, such as taxis, Lyft, and Uber. 

Additionally, our staff can help coordinate a sober escort that can bring you or your loved one to our residential treatment center. Sober escorts provide door-to-door service that helps ensure patient safety and protect the emotional and financial investment patients and their families make in the recovery process. 

To learn more about sober escorts, contact our admissions team at .

Question 5

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No, our Orange County detox center does not provide outpatient addiction treatment or sober living services. But our sister facility Desert Hope Treatment Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, offers a range of outpatient programs, including partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient, as well as sober living.

Question 6

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Getting admitted to our Orange County rehab center is easy. To start the admissions process, call us at  anytime. Our admissions experts are available around the clock to answer all your questions, discuss various payment options, and verify your health insurance coverage.

You can also check if we accept your health insurance plan by filling out this quick and confidential . We’ll email you right back with important details and next steps.

Question 7

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Yes, there are designated areas in our Southern California rehab facilities were you can smoke. Please be advised, however, that all cigarettes and vapes brought to the facility must be in unopened/sealed packages or cartons. Vape juice may not be brought in from the outside but is available for purchase at Laguna. Staff can discuss the rules with you in more detail at admission.

Question 8

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At this time, we are unable to accept pregnant patients.

Question 9

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We know the cost of drug and alcohol rehab can be a stressful topic for many people, and have made every effort to take the anxiety out of payment. We accept many private insurance plans and also offer a variety of options to make payment a little easier for you. You can read more about our  payment options here. Though we cannot accept Medicare or Medicaid, we will do everything we can to make treatment affordable for you, such as working with you on payment plans.

Question 10

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Laguna Treatment Center accepts a variety of private insurance plans for addiction treatment. Learn how to use your health insurance to cover the cost of addiction treatment at our Orange County rehab center. While we accept health insurance you do not need to be covered to attend. Patients/families also have the option to pay out of pocket.

Question 11

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Laguna takes all measures to protect the safety of all patients. 

Should an emergency occur, such as a natural disaster, we will relocate/evacuate patients and staff to a safe location nearby as needed and may stop all admissions temporarily. 

Should the patient have a medical emergency, we will reach out to the patient's emergency contact and follow all directions provided by the patient when he or she was admitted. 

In the case that you need to reach a loved one in an emergency situation, please feel free to call us directly at 949-627-7114 or call your loved one's phone directly (if they are not in detox and have phone access).

Question 12

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Yes, treatment is always voluntary. There are times when patients will want to leave before they complete treatment against medical advice (AMA). We will provide counseling and encouragement in recovery, but will never force anyone to stay at our facility. 

If you or a loved one is in in immediate danger, seek help from emergency services and call 911. You can also call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or the National Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration at 1-800-662-4357.

Question 13

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For a list of what to bring to our Aliso Viejo facility, see our What to Expect page.

Question 14

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Yes, however please note that men and women will be housed in separate locations.

Question 15

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We allow cell phones and electronics with some restrictions. View our policy.

Phase	What Happens
Intake (Day 1)	Comprehensive medical assessment, vital signs monitoring, psychiatric evaluation, substance use history, and assessment of co-occurring medical/mental health conditions.
Stabilization (Days 2-5)	Medication-assisted withdrawal management. Physicians prescribe FDA-approved medications (like buprenorphine or naltrexone) to minimize discomfort and cravings.
Early Recovery (Days 6-9)	Physical stabilization continues. Counseling, education, and peer support begin. Transition planning to the residential treatment phase.
Residential Transition (Week 2+)	Shift from medical focus to therapeutic focus. Introduction to group and individual therapy, family sessions, and ongoing medication management as needed.

Hospital-Based Addiction Treatment in Orange County, California

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