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What Is Alcohol Use Disorder?
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a chronic brain condition characterized by an impaired ability to stop or control alcohol use despite negative consequences. It exists on a spectrum from mild to severe. Severe AUD involves physical dependence — meaning the body has adapted to alcohol's presence and withdrawal can be medically dangerous without clinical supervision.
Medical Alcohol Detox in Los Angeles
Alcohol withdrawal can be fatal. Severe withdrawal can cause delirium tremens (DTs) — a life-threatening condition involving seizures, confusion, and cardiovascular instability that occurs in approximately 5% of people going through alcohol withdrawal without medical care. Our medical detox program provides 24-hour clinical monitoring, benzodiazepine taper protocols, and symptom management throughout the withdrawal process.
What to Expect in Residential Alcohol Treatment
After detox, residential treatment addresses the behavioral, psychological, and social factors driving alcohol use. Evidence-based therapies including CBT and motivational enhancement therapy are the core of the evidence-based approach used. Medication-assisted treatment with naltrexone or acamprosate can be used to reduce cravings and relapse risk. Dual diagnosis treatment is integrated for clients with co-occurring anxiety or depression — both extremely common in AUD.
How Long Is Alcohol Rehab?
Detox typically takes 3–7 days under medical supervision. Residential treatment following detox generally ranges from 28 to 90 days depending on severity, history, and individual clinical need. Research shows that longer stays correlate with better outcomes. Our advisors develops a personalized length-of-stay recommendation during intake.
Does Insurance Cover Alcohol Rehab in California?
Yes. Under California's SB 855, alcohol use disorder is a covered condition and all levels of treatment must be accessible. Most major PPO plans cover medically necessary inpatient alcohol rehab and detox. Call (213) 436-1475 for a free benefits verification.
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