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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
Amethyst Recovery Center	2749 Southwest Port St. Lucie Boulevard Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+4
Miracles Recovery Center	1837 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care OutpatientPHP
Neuro Psychiatric Addiction Clinic – SW Cary St, Port St Lucie	5481 NW East Torino Parkway Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+1
Neuro Psychiatric Addiction Clinic – Torino Pkwy, Port St Lucie	5481 Northwest East Torino Parkway Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientDual Diagnosis
Pinnacle Wellness Group	1680 SE Lyngate Dr Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Solutions Healthcare	1680 St Lucie W Blvd Suite 208, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+1
Agape Detox Center	750 E Prima Vista Blvd Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientDual Diagnosis
Foundations Wellness Center	160 NW Central Park Plaza Suites 108 & 110 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis+3
Shores Treatment and Recovery	1405 Goldtree Drive Port St. Lucie, FL 34952	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care
Ambrosia Treatment Center	546 Northwest University Boulevard Port St. Lucie, FL 34986	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxHospital Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP+2
Ambrosia Treatment Center	546 Northwest University Boulevard Florida, FL 34986	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+2
Port Saint Lucie Hospital	2550 Southeast Walton Road Port St. Lucie, FL 34952	Detox Service Setting Hospital Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis
Just Believe Recovery Center	1802 Northeast Jensen Beach Boulevard Jensen Beach, FL 34957	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientPHPOutpatient+4
New Life Addiction Treatment Center	1497 Southwest Martin Downs Boulevard Palm City, FL 34990	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient Detox	Levels Of Care
Coastal Detox	1131 Southeast Indian Street Stuart, FL 34997	Detox Service Setting Inpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientDual DiagnosisIntervention

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Port Saint Lucie is the largest city on Florida’s Treasure Coast and sits within Saint Lucie County, a region that has seen persistent substance use challenges driven largely by fentanyl and synthetic opioids. It has built a modest but growing network of detox options, including inpatient residential programs, outpatient medical withdrawal management and dedicated MAT clinics.

Saint Lucie County joined Florida’s Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) network in 2024. This statewide program connects overdose survivors at participating hospitals to immediate medication-assisted treatment, peer navigation, housing support and counseling.

Any facility providing detox or addiction treatment in the city must hold a license from the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH), under Chapter 397 of the Florida Statutes and Chapter 65D-30 of the Florida Administrative Code. These rules set minimum staffing ratios, clinical record standards, medication management protocols and safety requirements for each level of care, including medically supervised detox. Facilities that also provide co-occurring mental health services are additionally overseen by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

At the regional level, the Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network (SEFBHN) serves as the DCF-contracted Managing Entity for Saint Lucie, Palm Beach, Indian River, Martin and Okeechobee counties, contracting with local public and nonprofit providers to deliver state and federally funded detox and behavioral health services to residents who cannot afford private care.

Paying for Detox in Port Saint Lucie

Most residents in Port Saint Lucie use private insurance or Florida Medicaid to reduce out-of-pocket detox costs, and understanding what your health insurance covers before admission can prevent unexpected bills and delays in care. For those without coverage, state-funded programs and sliding-scale options are typically available through local contracted providers.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Port Saint Lucie?

The cost of detox in Port Saint Lucie varies based on the level of care, the substance involved, the duration of the stay and whether a facility is a standard community program or a higher-acuity private facility. Substance-specific protocols, dual-diagnosis complexity and medication needs can all push costs higher. Most people can significantly reduce their out-of-pocket expenses through insurance, Medicaid or alternative funding. For a current price estimate, contact a licensed program directly and request a written quote before admission.

$140,000 (high-intensity, hospital-based care)

Medical Detox

$50,000 (30 day program, before insurance)

Inpatient Rehab

$8,000 (average total costs, before insurance)

Outpatient Rehab

$7,000 per year (ongoing MAT, before insurance)

Methadone Treatment

Medicare and Medicaid in Port Saint Lucie

Medicare

Medicare covers medically necessary detox and addiction treatment in Port Saint Lucie, including inpatient hospital-based detox under Part A and outpatient services under Part B. Part B also covers Opioid Treatment Program services, including methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone. Copays and deductibles vary by treatment setting and plan type.

Medicaid

Florida Medicaid covers all levels of SUD care, including medical detox, IOP, PHP, residential treatment and MAT. Coverage is delivered through the state’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care program. In Saint Lucie County, enrolled members are typically served through plans such as Sunshine Health (Centene) and Molina Healthcare.

Prior authorization is required for inpatient and residential detox, and facilities must hold appropriate AHCA and DCF licensure to bill Medicaid for residential levels of care.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Cost should not be a barrier to accessing detox care in Port Saint Lucie. Several options exist for people without private insurance or with high out-of-pocket costs:

Sliding Scale Fees

Some local facilities, including Ambrosia Treatment Center, offer fees scaled to income for uninsured or underinsured patients. Treasure Coast Community Health, a federally qualified health center serving Saint Lucie County, provides behavioral health services on a sliding-fee scale.

State-Funded Programs

The Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network (SEFBHN) allocates publicly funded slots to contracted providers for income-eligible residents. Contacting SEFBHN directly at sefbhn.org can help identify open funded placements in the county.

Nonprofit and Charitable Programs

The Salvation Army operates programs serving uninsured individuals at low or no cost. Some faith-based organizations in the area also provide referrals and financial assistance for treatment.

Veterans Programs

Area facilities accepting TRICARE include Port Saint Lucie Hospital. Veterans may also access treatment through VA-affiliated programs or VA community care agreements.

Payment Plans and Financing

Many private detox programs in the area offer in-house payment plans or work with third-party healthcare financing companies. Ask the admissions team for written estimates before committing.

Port Saint Lucie, Florida Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Florida Department of Children and Families, Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DCF/SAMH)

The primary state licensing authority for all SUD treatment facilities in Florida, including detox programs at every level of care. DCF SAMH issues licenses under Chapter 397, Florida Statutes and enforces Chapter 65D-30 of the Florida Administrative Code, which sets minimum clinical, staffing and safety standards for detox, residential, IOP and outpatient programs. myflfamilies.com

Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)

AHCA licenses facilities that provide mental health services alongside substance use treatment, including many programs offering dual diagnosis care. Facilities admitting Medicaid-funded patients to residential levels of care must meet AHCA licensure standards and maintain compliance with Florida’s 1115 SUD waiver provisions. ahca.myflorida.com

Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network (SEFBHN)

SEFBHN is the DCF-contracted Managing Entity for Saint Lucie, Palm Beach, Indian River, Martin and Okeechobee counties. It does not provide direct treatment but oversees quality assurance, contract compliance and the distribution of more than $56 million annually in publicly funded behavioral health services across the five-county region, including detox and SUD treatment. sefbhn.org

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Port Saint Lucie

Medication-assisted treatment is available through both inpatient detox programs and dedicated outpatient clinics in Port Saint Lucie, including Treasure Coast Medical and Pinnacle Wellness Group. State and federal law govern how each MAT medication is prescribed and dispensed.

Buprenorphine (Suboxone, Sublocade, Brixadi)

Office-based prescribers and outpatient clinics can provide buprenorphine without specialty certification under current federal rules, making it the most accessible form of opioid MAT in the area. It is covered by Florida Medicaid managed care plans and most private insurers. Products include daily sublingual film, monthly injection (Sublocade) and weekly or monthly injection (Brixadi).

Methadone

Restricted to certified Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs). Initial daily clinic attendance is required, which can be a logistical barrier for some patients. Methadone remains highly effective for severe opioid use disorder and is covered by Florida Medicaid when dispensed at licensed OTPs. Central Florida Treatment Centers in Fort Pierce is the nearest OTP serving St. Lucie County.

Naltrexone (Vivitrol)

A non-opioid, non-addictive antagonist that requires no special prescribing license, making it broadly available at outpatient medical practices and MAT clinics. The injectable form (Vivitrol) is used for both opioid and alcohol use disorder and requires complete detox before initiation. It is covered by Florida Medicaid and most commercial plans.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Port Saint Lucie

Fentanyl is the primary driver of overdose deaths in Saint Lucie County and is increasingly found across a range of street drugs, including counterfeit prescription pills, cocaine and methamphetamine. The following organizations provide harm reduction services to Port Saint Lucie and Saint Lucie County residents, with a focus on naloxone access, overdose education and connections to care.

Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County (DOH-St. Lucie)

Free naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray kits, no appointment required iSaveFL overdose prevention program participation Overdose education materials and treatment referrals Fentanyl awareness and public education campaigns

DOH-St. Lucie distributes free naloxone kits at two locations: 5150 NW Milner Drive, Port St. Lucie, and the Gwenda Thompson Trades Career Center (3855 U.S. Highway 1, Fort Pierce). Kits are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., to anyone at risk of witnessing or experiencing an opioid overdose, including family members and caregivers. Educational materials and treatment referrals are provided with each kit. stlucie.floridahealth.gov

Florida CORE Network (St. Lucie County)

Warm handoffs from emergency departments to MAT providers Immediate buprenorphine bridging at 24/7 access points Peer support specialists and care navigators Housing, counseling and wraparound recovery service connections

Saint Lucie County joined Florida’s Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) network in 2024. When a person overdoses and is brought to a participating hospital, trained peer navigators and care coordinators facilitate an immediate, in-person connection to MAT and ongoing recovery support before discharge. CORE counties have achieved a 48.9% MAT uptake among enrolled patients, compared to a national average of 18.8%. flcorenetwork.com

Drug Free St. Lucie (Roundtable of St. Lucie County)

Substance abuse prevention education for youth and families Community coalition outreach and awareness campaigns Partnerships with schools, faith organizations and law enforcement Red Ribbon Week programming countywide

The Roundtable’s Drug Free St. Lucie Coalition holds a SAMHSA Drug Free Communities (DFC) grant funded through 2028. The coalition runs prevention campaigns, youth outreach events and community awareness initiatives across Port Saint Lucie and Fort Pierce. roundtableslc.org

Florida Harm Reduction Collective (FLHRC)

Mail-order naloxone and HIV self-test kits Fentanyl and xylazine test strips Syringe access program resources and statewide referrals Free organizational harm reduction toolkit for community groups

FLHRC provides statewide harm reduction services, including mail-based naloxone for residents in areas without easy walk-in access to in-person distribution. Port Saint Lucie residents can order naloxone, fentanyl test strips and safer-use supplies directly through the FLHRC website, a practical option for those who cannot access in-person services during regular business hours. flhrc.org

Detox Statistics in Port Saint Lucie, Florida

Opioids, particularly illicitly manufactured fentanyl, remain the leading driver of drug-related deaths in Saint Lucie County. The data below reflects both the scale of the local crisis and the impact of recent prevention and treatment efforts.

94 drug-related fatalities in 2021

Saint Lucie County recorded 94 drug-related deaths in 2021, prompting expanded naloxone distribution and new access points for treatment across the county. Source: Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County, November 2022

48.9% MAT uptake in CORE counties

CORE counties, including Saint Lucie (which joined in 2024), achieved a 48.9% medication-assisted treatment rate among enrolled patients, compared to the 18.8% national average. Source: Florida Governor’s Office, April 2024

14% drop in Florida drug deaths in 2024

Florida recorded a 14% overall decline in drug-related deaths in 2024, with fentanyl-caused deaths falling 35%, reflecting the impact of expanded naloxone access and CORE network treatment pathways. Source: Florida Medical Examiners Commission, 2024 Annual Drug Report

FAQs About Detox in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Does Florida Medicaid cover detox at Port St. Lucie facilities?

Yes. Florida Medicaid covers medically managed detox, IOP, PHP, residential treatment and MAT through the state’s Statewide Medicaid Managed Care program. In Saint Lucie County, coverage is typically delivered through Sunshine Health and Molina Healthcare. Prior authorization is required for inpatient stays. Ask any facility’s admissions team to verify current Medicaid acceptance and bed availability.

Do I need inpatient detox, or will outpatient be enough?

The appropriate level of care depends on the substance, duration of use and any co-occurring health conditions. Alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal carry seizure risks that often require 24/7 medically supervised inpatient detox. For opioid withdrawal without medical complications, outpatient MAT-based detox may be clinically appropriate. A licensed provider should assess your needs before you decide on a setting.

What is the CORE network and how does it work in Port St. Lucie?

CORE (Coordinated Opioid Recovery) is a Florida state program active in Saint Lucie County since 2024. If someone overdoses and is transported to a participating hospital, peer navigators facilitate a warm handoff to MAT and recovery support services before discharge. The goal is to eliminate the gap between overdose crisis care and sustained treatment.

Is fentanyl a serious risk in Port St. Lucie?

Yes. Fentanyl is the leading cause of overdose deaths in Saint Lucie County and is regularly found in counterfeit pills, cocaine and methamphetamine. Young adults in Port Saint Lucie are disproportionately affected. Anyone who may encounter illicit drugs in the area should carry naloxone and consider using fentanyl test strips to check any unknown substance before use.

How do I access free naloxone in Port St. Lucie?

The Florida Department of Health in Saint Lucie County distributes free naloxone (Narcan) nasal spray kits at 5150 NW Milner Drive, Port St. Lucie, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. No appointment is needed. The Florida Harm Reduction Collective (flhrc.org) also offers mail-order naloxone for residents who cannot access in-person distribution during business hours.

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