Baystate Medical Center, home to the ADS Carlson Recovery Center, is a comprehensive addiction treatment facility serving individuals and families throughout Springfield, Massachusetts and the surrounding region. Located at 471 Chestnut Street in Springfield, this accredited medical center specializes in helping people with substance use disorders—including those managing co-occurring mental health conditions—achieve sustainable recovery through evidence-based care. Whether you're seeking help for alcohol dependence, opioid addiction, or other substance use concerns, Baystate Medical Center provides integrated treatment designed to address the medical and psychological aspects of addiction.
Baystate Medical Center offers a full continuum of care to meet patients at different stages of their recovery journey. Detoxification services, including specialized methadone detoxification, provide medically supervised withdrawal management to ensure safety and comfort during the initial phase of treatment. Inpatient hospitalization is available for individuals requiring intensive, round-the-clock medical monitoring and support, particularly those with severe addiction or complex medical needs. Outpatient programs allow patients to receive treatment while maintaining connections to work, family, and community—an important option for those with stable home environments or ongoing responsibilities. Additionally, Baystate Medical Center specializes in treating co-occurring disorders, recognizing that many people struggle with both substance use and mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, or trauma. Integrated dual diagnosis treatment ensures that both conditions receive appropriate clinical attention simultaneously.
Baystate Medical Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private health insurance, and self-pay options, with payment assistance available to help reduce financial barriers to treatment. If you have insurance coverage, the facility works to verify your benefits and maximize your coverage in compliance with the Mental Health Parity Act, which ensures addiction treatment receives equal coverage as other medical conditions. Cost should never prevent you from seeking the help you deserve—the team at Baystate Medical Center is committed to working with you to find an affordable payment plan.
Recovery is possible, and you don't have to navigate the process alone. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use, contact Baystate Medical Center today at (413) 794-3971 to speak with an admissions specialist who can answer your questions, verify your insurance, and help you take the first step toward healing. Compassionate care and real support are waiting for you.