Community Medical Services

About Community Medical Services

Community Medical Services, located in San Antonio, Texas is a private alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions. They offer supervised medical treatment to safely manage withdrawal symptoms during detoxification, residential care providing long term support for addiction recovery, as well as flexible outpatient addiction therapy allowing patients to live at home while receiving regular treatment. Additional levels of care offered include relapse prevention, 12-step therapy, and intervention services.

Specialty rehab programs at Community Medical Services include tailored care focusing on women’s specific needs and experiences, gender-specific addiction treatment addressing unique challenges faced by men, and age-appropriate treatment for teens addressing adolescent-specific issues.

Patients at Community Medical Services will find the residential setting creates an immersive environment promoting full engagement in recovery away from daily triggers and the private rooms that give personal space for reflection and undisturbed rest during treatment.

Community Medical Services has received accreditations from SAMHSA, CARF, and the state of Texas.

Latest Reviews

April Llanas

4 months ago on Google

From the moment I walk in, I am greeted with a welcoming warm smile. Tracy is absolutely great in how she handles that front area. The nurses are so kind and friendly. The counselors I have & had are so motivating and inspiring. The Dr. Has been Kind and listened to every concern and answered whatever questions I had with patience. Definitely 5 stars from my experience at CMS.

Randall Williams

4 months ago on Google

This is one of the best clinics ive been to Mrs,Esperanza has been an amazing counselor i always look forward to talking to her even if i dont have an appt shes always been fair and respectful an with my best interest at heart! Thank u

Response from the owner3 months ago

Hello Randall, thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear about your positive experience with Mrs. Esperanza and that she has made such a meaningful impact on your visits. Your kind words and support mean a lot to us. If there's anything else we can do for you, please let us know.

Fortino Hernandez

5 months ago on Google

I had a really great experience today they were all very caring and compassionate and they didn't judge me not one bit an awesome place to go

Response from the owner1 month ago

Hi Fortino, thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're so happy to hear that our team was caring and compassionate during your visit. We strive to provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment for everyone. If you have any further feedback or need assistance, feel free to reach out.

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7.7 / 10

Accepted Insurance

Community Medical Services works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Aetna

UnitedHealth Group

Amerigroup

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient

After completing some form of inpatient care, many clients transition or step down to an outpatient rehab, while some choose to transition from detox directly into outpatient care. High-intensity outpatient programming, including partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) is widely available for clients in early recovery, those leaving detox, and those at an elevated relapse risk. Clients in outpatient care generally engage in robust addiction counseling and recovery education, and some also receive medication assisted treatment (MAT).

Inpatient

Inpatient rehab programs are geared toward clients in early recovery. They also provide intensive support for clients in crisis and those at an increased relapse risk. Clients receive housing and meals while in inpatient care, allowing them to focus solely on their recovery. Most programs prioritize addiction counseling but may draw on various psychotherapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, RBT, trauma therapy, and motivational interviewing. Life skills training and holistic therapies are also common in inpatient care.

Aftercare Support

Rehab aftercare programs are based on a model of continuing care and the premise that recovery is a life-long process requiring ongoing client support. Many rehab aftercare services include outpatient care, but clients often continue to receive support after being discharged from formal treatment. Case managers and care teams typically collaborate with clients to design their long-term care plan, which may include peer coaching, career counseling, and 12 step program induction, among other services.

12-Step

12 step programs promote participants' sustained sobriety through rigorous and ongoing peer coaching and personal spiritual growth. Participants routinely attend 12 step meetings, which are available multiple times per day, 365 days per year in most communities. This ensures that those in recovery have prompt access to the structure and support they need when they need it. These programs use spiritual precepts to address the root causes of addiction and encourage compassion, self-awareness, forgiveness, accountability, and acceptance.

Intervention Services

A drug intervention in Texas may be necessary if your loved one is in denial about a substance use disorder. You can partner with intervention services to plan and execute an effective intervention that educates your loved one about addiction and encourages them to get the treatment they need. Many rehab centers offer intervention specialists who can facilitate the intervention and help with a seamless transition to inpatient rehab for treatment.

24-Hour Clinical Care

24-hour clinical care in Texas provides a safe environment for medical detox. This setting is crucial to provide medical care during withdrawal. Certain withdrawal symptoms can cause life-threatening conditions, but patients in a supervised clinical setting have treatment readily available to address any symptoms before they become severe. Treatment can also be provided for co-occurring physical and mental health issues.

Medically Assisted Detox

Ridding the body of harmful, addictive substances, also known as detoxification, is usually the first phase of recovery. Those going through medically assisted detox can be administered medications by a team of medical professionals who are on-site 24/7 to provide different types of therapies that help mitigate withdrawal symptoms.

Treatments

During rehab in Texas, you'll deal with underlying issues that contribute to addiction. By addressing these challenges and learning healthy ways to cope with them, you'll develop strategies that help you live a drug-free lifestyle.

Substance abuse treatment is available in Texas for anyone who's struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. These programs usually provide a comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment plan, and include evidence-based treatments, like therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to reframe unhelpful coping strategies, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to help with emotional regulation and stress.

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

LGBTQ Program

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Military Program

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

The goal of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Texas is to change thought patterns, which leads to changes in behavior. Specific techniques during CBT can include self talk, SMART goals, journaling, and positive activities.

Peer support is an important aspect of group therapy sessions for drug and alcohol addiction. As you and your peers share stories and encourage each other, it fosters a sense of community and belonging that helps you process your feelings and reduces the sense of isolation that is associated with addiction.

Individual therapy offers you a confidential space to address the complexities of your drug or alcohol addiction. Your therapist guides these personalized sessions to help develop self awareness and manage stress. This promotes sustained sobriety and overall well being.

Therapy sessions that incorporate motivational interviewing focus on OARS: open questions, affirmation, reflections, and summarizing. This facilitates an exchange of information and an empowering of the client to decide for themselves what changes might need to be made in their lives.

Together with an experienced trauma therapist, you work on healing emotional wounds from traumatic experiences within a trauma therapy environment. Your therapist will help you process the experience of the trauma, which promotes emotional healing and improves your overall mental health.

Couples therapy helps couples learn to control emotions, trust each other, and communicate more effectively. It can be useful for short term intervention for a specific issue or for working on the relationship long term.

The purpose of family therapy is to create a supportive and understanding family dynamic within the family unit. Therapists help individual members to identify and change harmful behavior patterns and improve communication. This provides a stable foundation for the family and their loved one's recovery.

The right life skills training will help you build the skills you need for recovery. You'll learn how to solve problems, improve your social life, enhance your mental health, and make good decisions. This is a key component of drug rehab programs in Texas.

Amenities

Residential Setting
Private Rooms

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Nick Stavros

CEO

Laura Contreras

CFO

Christopher Flowers

COO

Dr. Robert Sherrick, MD, FASAM

Chief Science Officer

Stacie Baird

Chief People Officer

Jennifer Mason

Executive VP of Operations

Hillary Tamar, M.D

Medical Director, Eastern Territory

Mark Stavros, M.D

Medical Director, Western Territory

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: Texas

Contact Information

(210) 314-1934

Website

437 McCarty Rd
Suite 600
San Antonio, TX 78216

Get Help Now - 210-890-5212

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Reviews of Community Medical Services

4/5 (84 reviews)

Google Reviews

4 (84 reviews)

Thomas Ibarra

2 months ago

They are good people that work there from the Dr to Tracy to the Counselor and nurses

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Hello Thomas, thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that our team, from the doctor to Tracy, the counselor, and nurses, made a positive impact on your visit. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and motivates us to continue providing compassionate care. If you have any further comments or questions, please feel free to reach out.

4 months ago

5 months ago

TINO HERNANDEZ

Very genuine and caring. They actually care about our well being.

Hi Tino, thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're so happy to hear that you felt genuinely cared for by our team. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to provide compassionate and holistic care. We're always here for you when you need us!

Alex Villarreal

It is very clean and all staff is great . Tracy and Angela are awesome.

amanda pruneda

My experience at this place has been absolutely amazing and extremely beneficial for my recovery. My appointments are always greeted with a friendly staff member, and the counseling sessions, and unlimited resources that they provide have made my journey in my recovery more than just an experience but a way to a better life. To all of the employees there, keep up the assume work!

Hi Amanda, thank you for sharing your experience with us at Community Medical Services. We're so happy to hear that our team and resources have been beneficial to your recovery journey. Your kind words and encouragement mean a lot to our staff. We look forward to continuing to support you on your path to a better life.

Kimberly Gonzales

Great clinic. Def would recommend it. Counselors are very helpful.

Kristen B.

6 months ago

Great staff!

Dillinger “Dill” Biel

CMS has been a wonderful place for my recovery. The staff treats everyone equally and if you’re wondering if you’ll be there for long periods of time , due to lines being massively long like at every clinic here in the San Antonio district. I actually transferred to CMS from another clinic and instead of dreading to go get my medicine , like I did at another clinic bc of having to sometimes be there and not knowing how long it’ll be before getting my meds and being able to get back to daily living. Hours it would take. CMS is expanding and taking in more people. Honestly , being able to be in and out as well as being able to see my counselor if I’m needing to and still be able to get out of there within a very fast time if needed to. I’m looking forward to seeing CMS expanded and others being able to receive help.

Hi Dill, Tthank you for sharing your positive experience with our team. We're so happy to hear that our staff and efficient process have made a difference in your recovery journey. Your feedback about our expansion efforts is greatly appreciated, and we're committed to continuing to provide timely and supportive care. Wishing you all the best in your recovery.

Anita Braxton

Thank you for all you for Angela, Tracy,Maria, and. Everyone else on the team.

Joe Rios

It's safe and professionals at Work

Hello Joe, <br><br>Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that you feel safe and recognize the professionalism of our team. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your support.

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