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Avenue El Jibaro Carr 172 Km 13.5, Bo Bayark Int Cidra, PR 00739
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About COSSMA

COSSMA, located in Cidra, Puerto Rico provides health services and programs for substance use disorder to migrants and agricultural workers in the towns of Caguas, Health Region, and other nearby towns.

Founded in 1987, this private nonprofit corporation helps many populations including adult men and women, adolescents, seniors, veterans, and individuals experiencing dually occurring mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. COSSMA continues to support diverse communities across Puerto Rico with compassion and expertise.

Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Carmen church is located near the facility. You’ll also find Frog’s Rock and Parque del Niño, which has some amazing water attractions and a skate park. While some past patients of COSSMA have expressed concerns about wait times, there are positive testimonials about their comfortable facilities and accessibility of healthcare services.

Accepted Payment Methods at COSSMA
You can pay using Medicaid, state-financed health insurance plans other than Medicaid, Medicare, or military insurance like TRICARE. They also take private health insurance plans and self-payment methods like cash. We appreciate that if you need some extra help paying, you can inquire about their sliding scale fees and specialized payment assistance programs.

Medication Support in Cidra

Outpatient detoxification may be an appropriate first step for you if you battle dependency on substances like alcohol, benzodiazepines, cocaine, or opioids.. They also provide medication assisted treatment (MAT) that is helpful for opioid addiction. This involves the use of safe medications like buprenorphine and naltrexone.

Extensive Outpatient Services

COSSMA’s regular outpatient services include counseling services. You can get confidential one on one sessions or participate in group sessions. If you have a family or support system, you can invite them to participate in counseling with you so they can learn how to best support you.

Their experiential therapy is a very nice service as that includes less traditional means like physical activities to address psychological issues. As you progress through your recovery, you can receive recovery coaching and transitional services like discharge planning and friendly outcome follow-ups.

Latest Reviews

Melanie Cotto
2 months ago on Google
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Este es el peor lugar al que puedes ir en cidra 3 horas por un referido que no me dieron 1 hora en turno para decirme que lo buscara otro dia se rien en tu cara y te tratan mal a ti y a tus hijos si es pediatria peor la importancia que le dan a las cosas es 0 Dont go here is a bad place for medical services They take 4 hours just to say come another time we are gossiping with each other The lady in the front is always mean never knows anything of anything 😑 No one is polite or respectful They all ignore you when you try to explain what you need they just keep walking like you dint say nothing
Valeria
4 months ago on Google
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El médico que tienen trabajando en el Cossma de Cidra llamado Eduardo Vejas no sirve. Tiene cero interés en ayudar a sus pacientes. Llegué con una intoxicación por comida y una infección de garganta y a pesar de eso no me recetó absolutamente nada ni tan siquiera para el dolor de garganta. Tuve que rogarle que me pusiera mínimo un sólo día de descanso para mi práctica de la universidad en mi certificado médico ya que el señor no quería hacerlo. Dijo que si hacía gárgaras con enjuague bucal, mágicamente al siguiente día me curaría y podría volver a mi práctica. No tiene empatía, es un médico mediocre y tacaño con las recetas.
Sol Vazquez
6 months ago on Google
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2 vez que mi suegra va a cossma y la cita se la dan para las 2 de la tarde y y son las 4 de la tarde y no la han atendido y es con la doctora Candelario,creo que eso es maltrato hacia el envejeciente tenerlo horas esperando para que la doctora los atienda,
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Treatments

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Contact Information

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Avenue El Jibaro Carr 172 Km 13.5
Bo Bayark Int
Cidra, PR 00739

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Melanie Cotto
2 months ago
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Este es el peor lugar al que puedes ir en cidra 3 horas por un referido que no me dieron 1 hora en turno para decirme que lo buscara otro dia se rien en tu cara y te tratan mal a ti y a tus hijos si es pediatria peor la importancia que le dan a las cosas es 0 Dont go here is a bad place for medical services They take 4 hours just to say come another time we are gossiping with each other The lady in the front is always mean never knows anything of anything 😑 No one is polite or respectful They all ignore you when you try to explain what you need they just keep walking like you dint say nothing

Valeria
4 months ago
1

El médico que tienen trabajando en el Cossma de Cidra llamado Eduardo Vejas no sirve. Tiene cero interés en ayudar a sus pacientes. Llegué con una intoxicación por comida y una infección de garganta y a pesar de eso no me recetó absolutamente nada ni tan siquiera para el dolor de garganta. Tuve que rogarle que me pusiera mínimo un sólo día de descanso para mi práctica de la universidad en mi certificado médico ya que el señor no quería hacerlo. Dijo que si hacía gárgaras con enjuague bucal, mágicamente al siguiente día me curaría y podría volver a mi práctica. No tiene empatía, es un médico mediocre y tacaño con las recetas.

Giovannie Sanchez Diaz
5 months ago
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Sol Vazquez
6 months ago
1

2 vez que mi suegra va a cossma y la cita se la dan para las 2 de la tarde y y son las 4 de la tarde y no la han atendido y es con la doctora Candelario,creo que eso es maltrato hacia el envejeciente tenerlo horas esperando para que la doctora los atienda,

Damaris
6 months ago
1

Fatal contestando llamada no contestan

Sandra Torres
9 months ago
1

Nunca contestan el teléfono no puedo faltar una horas de mi trabajo tan solo para acudir personalmente a sacar una cita . No tienen ningún método para sacar cita online ni por llamada. Pues para que brindan servicio a las personas que pagamos plan médico y trabajamos. Brinden sus servicios solo a personas que comen los planes de gobierno y no trabajan que pueden ir personalmente a sacar cita

Desiree Santana
1 year ago
1

Cossma Cidra, la señora que esta en el área de referidos Ana es un desastre total. Vengo de lejos y tengo que volver varias veces pq somete los referidos superr tarde y para colmo mal hechos. Me pregunto, q hace ahí?? Con su pésimo servicio

Doris Nilsa Ortiz
1 year ago
5

Cossma excelencia y calidad al servicio de la población....gracias!

Hector
1 year ago
1

Don’t EVER EVER EVER go to cossma!!! They don’t care about anyone BUT THEMSELVES. All they want is your money, their service is HORRIBLE, the people that work there are HORRIBLE.

Sandra Mojica
2 years ago
1

Dos veces me citan para la Educadora de Salud en Cossma de San Lorenzo y la primera era para las 7 y eran las 8:30 y ella se encontraba en el centro y no me atendió y la secretaria me cambio la cita lo cual fue muy de mala gana . Y hoy tenia cita paras 8 y llegó a las 6 y a las 7:50 me informaron q ella me llamo el viernes q no vendría lo cual no tengo llamada de esa señora. Ya lo q tienen es un abuso cuando uno madruga y le pasan varios pacientes antes q uno q habían llegado mucho más tarde. Tendré q hacer una querella.

Alexander Santos Marrero
2 years ago
1

Vine de lejos para una cita en el área de Optometría para que me digan que la cancelaron sin avisar. Gestionen bien sus llamadas y avisos o coordinen bien las vacaciones de sus doctores.

Hector Carrucini
2 years ago
1

Estoy tratando de comunicarme para ver si ofrecen un servicio y el sistema del cuadro no me permite comunicarme, porque aunque me da la exención de Cidra no me da opción de como marcarla o como comunicarme.

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