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At a Glance

2 Accreditation(s)

MAT Available

Outpatient

Accepts Private Health Insurance

Accepts Public Health Insurance

Accreditations

The Joint Commission Council on Accreditation

Overview

First Choice Community Healthcare in Albuquerque is a 501(c)3 non-profit health center focused on the community. Medical and dental services are available throughout the week for established patients. It integrates behavioral health into primary care. Their mission adapts to the evolving needs of individuals and communities through affordable, culturally-responsive care. Jeremiah Dye, Silaja Cheruvu, and Monica Briones contribute to their team approach. Accredited as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, it focuses on preventive care to manage chronic conditions effectively. 4.2-star Google review rating with 280+ reviews. Patients at First Choice Community Healthcare appreciate the professionalism, friendliness, and competence of the staff, particularly in the dental department. Many highlight positive experiences with specific doctors who are caring and thorough. However, some reviews mention issues with appointment scheduling and wait times. They accept plans from major private insurance providers including MHN. Low-cost facility ($): Affordable or free with insurance. Payment assistance likely available.

  • Location:

    2001 El Centro Familiar Boulevard SW , Albuquerque, NM 87105 Directions

  • Ages Served: None listed
  • Treatment Setting: Outpatient, Telemedicine, Detox
  • Medication-assisted Treatment: Buprenorphine, Naltrexone
  • Detox For: Opioids, Alcohol, Benzodiazepines, Cocaine, Methamphetamines
  • Available Services: Transitional services, Recovery support services, Treats alcohol use disorder, Treats opioid use disorder, Mental health treatment
  • Special Programs: None listed
  • Languages Served: Spanish, Sign language, English

Treatment Type

  • Outpatient
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Outpatient (methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment)
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Trauma-focused counseling
  • Telemedicine
  • Substance use counseling
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Brief intervention
  • Anger control support

Additional Support and Services

  • Mental health support
  • Help with transportation
  • Social skills training
  • HIV early intervention services
  • Case management support

Recovery assistance services

  • Housing assistance

Counseling and Education

  • Group therapy
  • Couples counseling
  • Family therapy
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • Substance use education
  • General health education services
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Hepatitis education and support

Transition Support

  • Post-discharge follow-up
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Discharge and next steps planning

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Mental health screening
  • Substance use evaluation
  • Substance use assessment
  • Mental health assessment
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Testing for HIV
  • Monitoring for metabolic syndrome
  • Tuberculosis screening

Medication-Based Treatments

  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
  • Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Disulfiram
  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Medications for HIV treatment
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
  • Clonidine

Ownership Type

  • Non-profit

Policies

  • No smoking allowed
  • No vaping allowed

Insurance Accepted

Private

  • MHN
  • Other Private Insurance

Public

  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.

Financial Assistance

Provided Not Provided
Free
Payment assistance
Sliding fee scale

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