Help for addiction doesn't have to wait. If you're looking for medical detox in Fort Stockton, there are programs across Pecos County and nearby that offer 24-hour support, medical care and a real path to recovery, for you or someone you love.
You don't have to figure this out alone. A caring specialist is available 24/7 to talk through what medical detox looks like, what it costs and how to get started, with no commitment.
Programs offering medical detox near Fort Stockton
Within 25 miles of Fort Stockton there are 0 medical detox programs, and 0 within 50 miles. 0 of the programs within 50 miles report accepting private health insurance in the SAMHSA treatment directory.
PermiaCare – Turning Point
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisSpringboard Center
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisAlcohol and Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center/Resid Trt
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxBCN Detox - Addiction Treatment & Mental Health Care
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisSerenity Foundation of Texas – Serenity House
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisLa Hacienda Treatment Center
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisEl Paso Behavioral Health System
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisStarlite Recovery Center
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisAbout medical detox
Medical detox is supervised withdrawal from alcohol or drugs, with doctors and nurses who can treat symptoms as they come. It is the safest way to stop alcohol, benzodiazepines and opioids, where withdrawal can be severe or even dangerous.
Detox usually lasts 3 to 10 days. It is the first step, not the whole treatment, so a good detox program plans your transfer to residential or outpatient care before you leave.
What to expect
- Medication to ease withdrawal symptoms
- Rest, hydration and nutrition support
- Nursing staff available around the clock
- A plan for the next level of care
What Texas rules mean for medical detox
Texas requires licensed detox programs to complete a face-to-face history and physical within 24 hours of admission and to guarantee continuous access to emergency medical care. Outpatient detox is allowed only alongside outpatient treatment, never on its own.
Questions worth asking
- Does it start buprenorphine for opioid withdrawal?
- Is a physician on call around the clock?
- Which substances does the program manage?
Read our full guide to medical detox in Texas.
Texas resources for families
Pecos County's local mental health authority is PermiaCare, with a 24-hour crisis line at 844-420-3964. You can also call or text 988.
If a loved one refuses help and is likely to cause serious harm or keep deteriorating, Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 462 lets a family member apply for court-ordered treatment in Pecos County, with a physician's certificate attached. See how to file for court-ordered treatment in Texas.
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Medical Detox in nearby cities
- Pecos (51 miles)
- Monahans (52 miles)
- Kermit (68 miles)
- West Odessa (69 miles)
- Midland (90 miles)
- Big Spring (124 miles)
- Seminole (127 miles)
- Denver City (143 miles)
Frequently asked questions
What if my loved one won't go to treatment?
You can talk with a specialist about how to approach the conversation. In Texas, Health and Safety Code Chapter 462 also lets a family member or other adult apply to the county court for court-ordered treatment, with a physician's certificate attached, when someone's addiction makes them likely to cause serious harm or keep deteriorating. See our guide to court-ordered treatment in Texas.
Does insurance cover medical detox in Texas?
Most commercial health plans cover medically necessary addiction treatment, including residential and inpatient care. Texas law requires group plans to cover chemical dependency treatment on terms no less favorable than physical illness, and state and federal parity rules apply. Coverage depends on your plan, network and medical necessity reviews, so it helps to verify benefits before admission.
How long does medical detox take?
Detox usually takes 3 to 10 days, depending on the substance, how much and how long you have used, and your health. Alcohol and benzodiazepine detox can take longer and needs close supervision.
Is detox enough on its own?
Detox manages withdrawal but does not treat addiction itself. The best results come when detox leads straight into residential or outpatient treatment.
Fort Stockton ZIP codes served: 79735
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