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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
NorthStar Transitions	3004 Arapahoe Avenue Boulder, CO 80303	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+4
Choice House	6901 Lookout Road Boulder, CO 80301	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox+1	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP+2
Clinica Family Health & Wellness — Walk-In Crisis & Addiction Services Center in Boulder	3180 Airport Road Boulder, CO 80301	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care
Denver Recovery Group Boulder Outpatient	5330 Manhattan Cir Boulder, CO 80303	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
The Rose House Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Center	601 Snowpeak Lane Lafayette, CO 80026	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientDual DiagnosisSober Living
Sandstone Care Boulder	350 Interlocken Boulevard Broomfield, CO 80021	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+4
Community Reach Center Thornton Outpatient	8931 Huron Street Thornton, CO 80260	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
West Pines Behavioral Health	3400 North Lutheran Parkway Wheat Ridge, CO 80033	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+1
Jefferson Center for Mental Health Lakewood	9485 W Colfax Ave Lakewood, CO 80215	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
1st Priority Institute for Better Living	420 E 58th Ave Denver, CO 80216	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Emerald Isle Recovery Center	12157 West Cedar Drive Lakewood, CO 80228	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPAftercare+1
Fusion Health Services	1360 South Wadsworth Boulevard Lakewood, CO 80232	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Recovery Monitoring Solutions Brighton	191 South Telluride Street Brighton, CO 80601	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
Spanish Clinic Morrison Road	4200 Morrison Road Denver, CO 80219	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
Magnolia Medical Group Lafayette	1490 Lafayette St Denver, CO 80218	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Boulder, CO

Boulder’s detoxification landscape emphasizes progressive, community-integrated care, balancing clinical treatment with robust harm reduction.

Regulated by the state’s newly established Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) alongside Boulder County Public Health, the local system is heavily focused on addressing the root causes of addiction, expanding Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and preventing overdoses.

Because Boulder is a smaller city compared to the Denver metro area, navigating care here often requires understanding the regional continuum.

While Boulder itself offers excellent outpatient, MAT and standard residential programs, patients requiring highly acute, medically managed hospital detox may sometimes need to access larger facilities in nearby Denver or Aurora, such as CeDAR at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus.

Recent initiatives reflect Boulder’s commitment to “housing first” and community-based recovery. For example, the city and county recently partnered to launch Project Recovery. This initiative provides funding to Tribe Recovery Homes to establish substance use recovery housing within Boulder County.

The goal is to give individuals, especially those exiting the justice system or who are facing homelessness, stable housing while they undergo intensive outpatient treatment or MAT. This supportive model is proving critical in addressing both addiction and recidivism in the local community.

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Paying for Detox in Boulder

Understanding the cost of drug detox in Boulder is a priority. It varies based on many factors, but there are financial solutions that allow you to receive quality care locally or in the broader Colorado area.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Boulder?

The cost of detox in Boulder varies based on the level of care, the severity of withdrawal symptoms and whether services are provided in a hospital, residential facility or outpatient setting.

Medical complexity, length of stay, and medication needs can also affect the total cost of treatment and many people reduce out-of-pocket expenses by using insurance or publicly funded programs.

Outpatient MAT programs combine prescribed medications with counseling and support, allowing you to manage recovery while maintaining daily responsibilities. Outpatient MAT costs are influenced by the specific medication prescribed.

$250 - $500 per day (average)

Medical Detox

$25,000 - $56,000 (avg. for 30-90 day)

Inpatient Rehab

$6,000 - $11,000 (avg. for 3-4 month program)

Outpatient Rehab

$11,000 - $22,000 (avg. 1-2 years of methadone)

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Boulder?

Private insurance companies must comply with the Affordable Care Act, meaning that mental health and substance abuse treatment coverage must be on the same level as other health benefits.

The Colorado Division of Insurance oversees state insurance programs to ensure compliance. You can check coverage and network status via the Connect for Health Colorado marketplace.

The most common commercial insurance companies in Boulder include:

Medicare and Medicaid in Boulder

Medicare

Medicare: Medicare covers inpatient and outpatient alcohol and drug detox in Boulder. They also cover Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) services like methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone under Part B.

Your copays and deductibles depend on the treatment setting, services received and your specific plan.

Medicaid

Medicaid: Medicaid, known locally as Health First Colorado, covers detox, inpatient, residential and outpatient services.

It also covers MAT medications with zero copays for eligible members. In Boulder, these benefits are typically coordinated through Regional Accountable Entities (RAEs) like Rocky Mountain Health Plans.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Do not let cost be a reason for not receiving alcohol rehab or drug detox in Boulder. There are several ways to pay for addiction treatment without private health insurance:

Sliding Scale Payment Systems:

Many local clinics, such as Clinica Family Health & Wellness (with locations in Boulder and Lafayette), offer sliding fee scales based on income to make outpatient care and MAT affordable.

Nonprofits & Charities:

Nearby facilities like The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center in Arvada offer low-cost or no-cost faith-based residential treatment and recovery support for those without financial means.

Local Government Programs:

Boulder County’s Project Recovery funds specific initiatives, such as partnering with Tribe Recovery Homes, to help justice-involved or unhoused individuals secure recovery housing while accessing local treatment.

Harm Reduction Funding:

Boulder County Public Health’s Works Program provides free harm reduction supplies, HIV/HCV testing and direct referrals to subsidized substance use disorder treatment for uninsured residents.

Boulder, Colorado Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)

The primary state cabinet-level agency responsible for licensing and regulating behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment facilities in Colorado.

The BHA enforces provider rules, monitors compliance and funds safety-net community behavioral health services.

Website: https://bha.colorado.gov/

Boulder County Public Health (BCPH)

While the state licenses facilities, BCPH acts as the local health authority.

They track fatal and non-fatal overdose data, manage local harm reduction initiatives like the Works Program and facilitate community partnerships to address the opioid crisis at a localized level.

Website: https://bouldercounty.gov/departments/public-health/

Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing (HCPF)

HCPF oversees Health First Colorado (the state’s Medicaid program).

They play a massive regulatory role in the detox landscape by establishing the reimbursement standards, billing codes and medical necessity criteria that state-funded detox facilities must follow.

Website: https://hcpf.colorado.gov/

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Boulder

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in Boulder is regulated at both the federal and state levels.

The Colorado BHA ensures state standards align with SAMHSA and DEA requirements, and the state is currently updating rules to align with the ASAM 4th Edition criteria for substance use services.

Buprenorphine:

Highly accessible across Boulder County via primary care clinics, specialized MAT providers and telehealth. This low-barrier medication helps individuals manage opioid withdrawal flexibly and is widely covered by Health First Colorado.

Methadone:

Tightly regulated and restricted to certified Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs). Patients generally must visit a clinic daily for supervised dosing during the initial phases of treatment.

Naltrexone:

Completely unrestricted, as it carries no potential for abuse or physical dependence. Available as an oral pill or a monthly extended-release injection (Vivitrol), it can be prescribed by general practitioners in Boulder to help prevent relapse for both alcohol and opioid use disorders.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Boulder

Boulder has a highly active, progressive harm reduction network dedicated to reducing the spread of infectious diseases, preventing fatal overdoses and providing a non-judgmental bridge to detox and recovery.

Through county health departments and allied nonprofits, residents can easily access life-saving supplies, testing and education.

These services keep people who use drugs alive and connected to care, often serving as the first step toward long-term treatment.

The Works Program (Boulder County)

https://bouldercounty.gov/families/disease/the-works-program/

Syringe exchange Narcan (naloxone) distribution Fentanyl test strips HIV/HCV testing

Syringe exchange, Narcan (naloxone) distribution, fentanyl test strips, HIV/HCV testing, wound care.

Operated by Boulder County Public Health, this free, legal, and anonymous program operates out of locations in Boulder, Longmont and Lafayette. It provides sterile supplies and acts as a critical link to SUD support services for people who use drugs.

Boulder County AIDS Project (BCAP)

https://www.bcap.org/

Syringe access HIV/HCV testing Naloxone distribution Harm reduction counseling

Syringe access, HIV/HCV testing, naloxone distribution and harm reduction counseling.

Acting as the primary Boulder location for the Works Program, BCAP offers a safe, stigma-free environment. Their staff provides daily access to sterile injection supplies, overdose prevention tools and essential health screenings.

Harm Reduction Action Center

https://harmreductionactioncenter.org

Mobile syringe exchange Naloxone distribution Street outreach Health education

Mobile syringe exchange, naloxone distribution, street outreach and health education.

While based in nearby Denver, this is the largest harm reduction organization in the region. Their comprehensive walk-in and street outreach services provide a vital safety net for individuals in the broader metro area, including those traveling between Boulder and Denver.

AccessPoint (Colorado Health Network)

https://coloradohealthnetwork.org/

Syringe exchange HIV/STI testing Mobile harm reduction Naloxone

Syringe exchange, HIV/STI testing, mobile harm reduction and naloxone.

Operating fixed and mobile locations in the nearby metro, AccessPoint provides low-barrier access to sterile supplies and testing. They focus heavily on public health interventions to mitigate the risks associated with the local drug supply.

Detox Statistics in Boulder, Colorado

Like much of Colorado, Boulder County has faced evolving challenges with a toxic drug supply heavily infiltrated by synthetic opioids.

However, recent data suggest that localized harm reduction and coordinated public health responses are beginning to make a positive impact.

30% Decrease in Fentanyl Deaths

The number of fentanyl-related deaths in Boulder County dropped from 38 in 2023 to 27 in 2024, matching encouraging national trends.

30–39 Age Group Most Impacted

In 2024, adults aged 30 to 39 were the most affected demographic by fentanyl-related deaths in Boulder County, accounting for 12 of the 29 cases.

19.3 Overdose Death Rate

In 2023, Boulder County reported a drug-involved overdose death rate of 19.3 per 100,000 people, ranking lower than neighboring Denver and Adams counties.

77 Decedents with Drugs Present

In the first half of 2024, toxicology reports showed that 77 decedents in Boulder County tested positive for one or more drugs at the time of death.

Methamphetamine Co-Use

Among the fentanyl-related deaths recorded in the first half of 2024 in Boulder County, 6 cases directly involved the co-use of methamphetamine.

FAQs About Detox in Boulder, CO

How do I access state-funded detox in Boulder?

Residents can access state-funded care using Health First Colorado (Medicaid) or via BHA safety-net programs. Contacting Boulder County Public Health or Colorado Crisis Services can help you locate open, state-funded beds at nearby regional facilities or specialized local outpatient clinics.

Are there specific programs for justice-involved individuals in Boulder?

Yes. Boulder County’s Project Recovery, operating in partnership with Tribe Recovery Homes, provides specific housing and intensive support for individuals exiting the justice system, helping them stabilize and engage in treatment.

Can I safely dispose of used syringes in Boulder?

Absolutely. Boulder County’s Works Program provides safe syringe disposal kiosks. They also distribute sharps containers and offer public guidance on how to safely handle and discard any syringe litter found in the community.

Do I need to go to Denver for inpatient hospital detox?

While Boulder has excellent outpatient, MAT and residential care, highly complex medical detox often requires an acute hospital setting. Some Boulder residents utilize larger, specialized medical centers in Denver or Aurora (like CeDAR) for initial withdrawal management before stepping down to local care.

Is naloxone (Narcan) free in Boulder?

Yes, naloxone is free and widely available. You can pick it up without a prescription at any Works Program location (including BCAP in Boulder). Additionally, Health First Colorado (Medicaid) covers Narcan at local pharmacies with no copay.

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