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Erie County Medical Center - ECMC

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462 Grider Street, 9th Floor
Buffalo, NY - 14215
(716) 898-3415
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About Erie County Medical Center - ECMC

ECMC offers individuals and families the most comprehensive alcohol and drug addiction rehab services available in Western New York, with inpatient and outpatient programs to support patients with their needed level of care.
All treatment programs provide state-of-the-art medications to treat addictions, as well as counseling and other support for the best chance of success.


Along with emergency psychiatric care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ECMCs behavioral health services are distinguished by:
Status as one of the largest chemical dependency treatment centers in the area Status as the largest acute care psychiatric program in their region for adolescents, adults, and seniors Chemical dependency evaluations each day from 8:00 AM to 2:00 AM to assess patients, determine the appropriate level of care, and facilitate referral and placementECMC accepts most insurance, and sliding scale payment rates are also available.


Services: Substance abuse treatment services

Fees: Sliding fee scale. Call for rates and qualifications. Payment assistance av

Insurances: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do free rehab centers exist?

Yes, there are a number of free rehab centers in Buffalo, NY. These centers are typically funded by government grants, private donations, or a combination of both.

Who is eligible for free rehab?

Eligibility for free rehab varies depending on the center. However, most free rehab centers accept people who meet the following criteria:
- Are addicted to drugs or alcohol
- Have a low income or no insurance
- Are willing to commit to treatment

What services do free rehab centers offer?

Free rehab centers offer a variety of services, including:
- Medical detox
- Counseling and therapy
- Group support groups
- Vocational training
- Job placement assistance


How long does free rehab last?

User questions & answers

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What is your current addiction that you are seeking help for? How long have you been addicted to it?

What is your current addiction that you are seeking help for? How long have you been addicted to it?

Alcohol 20 years

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Saturday, July 22, 2023

Alcohol 20 years

10 1/2 yrs sober. Relapsed 2 mos. ago. Looking for detox only

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

10 1/2 yrs sober. Relapsed 2 mos. ago. Looking for detox only

Seeking help for a 10 year alcohol addiction

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Seeking help for a 10 year alcohol addiction

Alcohol

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Alcohol

Heroin, cocaine, benzos

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Sunday, January 10, 2021

Heroin, cocaine, benzos

Meth and cocaine use

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Saturday, December 19, 2020

Meth and cocaine use

heroin

0 votes
Monday, May 18, 2020

heroin

ALCOHOL

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Monday, September 16, 2019

ALCOHOL

Marijuana, a long time

1 votes
Thursday, March 28, 2019

Marijuana, a long time

Occasionally heavy drinking

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Saturday, January 12, 2019

Occasionally heavy drinking

Have you ever been to a rehab facility before? How was it? What did you pay for treatment? (Let us also know the name of the treatment center)

Have you ever been to a rehab facility before? How was it? What did you pay for treatment? (Let us also know the name of the treatment center)

ECMC. Got kicked out for failing U.A. for marijuana. Was in for Alcohol Abuse. Medicaid paid for it.

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Saturday, July 22, 2023

ECMC. Got kicked out for failing U.A. for marijuana. Was in for Alcohol Abuse. Medicaid paid for it.

I went to Celebrate Recovery in South Carolina for 10 days

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

I went to Celebrate Recovery in South Carolina for 10 days

Yes. I went to Horizon. Medicaid covered it. I no longer have Medicaid and my deductible is too high

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Thursday, March 28, 2019

Yes. I went to Horizon. Medicaid covered it. I no longer have Medicaid and my deductible is too high

Do you have health insurance? Do you have a high deductible?

Do you have health insurance? Do you have a high deductible?

If you have any other information you would like us to know, please enter it here.

If you have any other information you would like us to know, please enter it here.

Seeking detox & inpatient help

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Sunday, October 18, 2020

Seeking detox & inpatient help

seeking outpatient help

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Monday, May 18, 2020

seeking outpatient help

I'm looki g for free treatment facilities

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Thursday, March 28, 2019

I'm looki g for free treatment facilities

Have you ever had free rehab before? How did you get in to the program?

Have you ever had free rehab before? How did you get in to the program?

No. DSS made me go

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Thursday, March 28, 2019

No. DSS made me go

Do they accept ex felons?

Do they accept ex felons?

What are the times that someone can enroll in your 28 day rehabilitation program?

What are the times that someone can enroll in your 28 day rehabilitation program?

Free Rehab Centers in Nearby Cities

Since many of our rehab centers are sliding scale, we have provided the Federal Poverty Guidelines below. Visit the Erie County Medical Center - ECMC website listed above to see what the level is needed for free care based on your income from the sliding fee scale.

Federal Poverty Guidelines for 2024

Persons In Family Household Poverty Guideline Salary per year
1 $15,060
2 $20,440
3 $25,820
4 $31,200
5 $36,580
6 $41,960
7 $47,340
8 $52,720

*Alaska and Hawaii have different rates for HUD federal poverty guidelines.
These numbers above represent 100% of the Federal Poverty Rate. In order to get reduced or free treatment from some substance abuse centers, they use a sliding fee scale based on your income. When they use a sliding fee scale, the 100% rate can be different than 100%. In those cases, using for example a 200% federal poverty level, you will only need double the 100% number listed above to 200%.

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2020-12-19 22:03:05

I need to be admitted asap I'm willing to be admitted today.

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Important Definitions

Sliding Scale Treatment Fees that are variable based on the clients ability to pay. Fees are reduced for lower income persons or have less money due to high expenses.

Non-Profit Treatment Many non profit treatment programs are free or are lower cost due to the non profit organizations status.

Faith-Based Treatment Many religious organizations offer drug and alcohol recovery treatment at no cost as part of their ministry services. Many also offer payment assistance for those that qualify.

Medicaid Payment Assistance Medicaid often covers payment for alcohol and drug treatment. Medicaid coverage do differ by State. We provide recovery centers and programs that do accept Medicaid as payment for treatment.

Payment Assistance Payment assistance is available at a large group of treatment centers. We list this detail in the description. Payment assistance programs are often structured due to the situation. You will need to call the location to find out specific details on payment assistance programs.

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