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Raritan Bay Medical Center Addiction Treatment Services

530 New Brunswick Avenue Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
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About Raritan Bay Medical Center Addiction Treatment Services

Hackensack Meridian Health is the largest nonprofit integrated healthcare organization in New Jersey. The organization has 18 hospitals, including the Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy. The hospital offers multiple services including cancer, heart, and wound care. Carrier Behavioral Health at the Raritan Bay Medical Center offers treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) and co occurring mental health disorders. The facility accepts insurance from many major providers, including TRICARE and the Veterans Affairs Community Care Network.

Neuromodulation Services for Treatment Resistant Conditions in New Jersey

The behavioral health center offers unique treatment services not available at all mental health centers. These services include electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). These are neuromodulation therapies designed to stimulate the brain in cases of treatment resistant mental health issues.

Additionally, the dual diagnosis track treats clients with mental health and substance use disorders. The program includes medically supervised detox if appropriate, medication assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use and alcohol use disorders, and mental health treatment.

Environmentally Designed for Healing

One of the interesting things about this program is the environment in which it takes place. The staff takes a holistic approach to treatment and that extends to environmental design. This is a modern facility in which the design was well thought out to create a place for healing. From the natural lighting to the textures, colors, and beautiful art, the space is comfortable and therapeutic.

Geriatric Psychiatric Treatment in Perth Amboy, New Jersey

The center has a special geriatric psychiatric treatment program. Older adults are given an environment to thrive through group activities and peer socialization while receiving treatment from geriatric specialists.

The treatment center is only four miles from Raritan Bay Waterfront Park with its stunning views of the New York skyline and numerous amenities. In your downtime from treatment, this is a wonderful place to walk and meditate.

Latest Reviews

Ashley Guerrero
2 months ago on Google
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I went to this hospital because I was pregnant and had really bad pain I was bleeding for 2 weeks straight and they said they didn t know why but just assumed it was an ectopic pregnancy and got sent home the same night.they sent me home and told me to come back two days after but the pain was so bad I couldn t wait so i went back the same night and this one lady told me she really couldn t do anything because it was soon to tell if it was an ectopic pregnancy and all she told me was to take pain killers next day I went to the hospital in Edison and they told me I needed surgery the same night because my fallopian tube had ruptured and I had internal bleeding.
Response from the owner2 months ago
We appreciate you taking the time to write us this detailed review. We take these very seriously since we want to ensure all our patients are given the best treatment possible. That said, it's disappointing to learn about this recent experience. Please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-3227 a patient advocate will help investigate this further.
Liliana
2 months ago on Google
5
I gave birth at this hospital, I live in town so you hear alot about this hospital but if im being honest, I had such a great experience giving birth here! As a first time mom they explained everything to me in detail, got me upstairs right away after coming in letting them know my water broke. My labor & delivery nurses were amazing & so attentive. All so professional. My after birth team was so good as well, many nurses due to shift changes but they were all very attentive, kept making sure I got what I needed per my doctors requests. Kept checking me and my babys vitals. Food/room service was super good surprisingly lol only uncomfortable thing is the couch bed for the Dad but aside from that, such a great experience. My Doctor, Shonowo did an amazing job delivering my baby & making sure she came out safe. Definitely recommend this hospital based off of my experience.
Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you for telling us about your great experience. We are happy to hear you had such a positive and warm experience with all of our team members at Raritan Bay Medical Center. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to be your hospital of choice.
Giselle Alicea
2 months ago on Google
1
Dr.Shizdat (Neurologist) was the rudest doctor I ve ever met. She tried to gaslight me & manipulate me into thinking I was basically confused or couldn t recall my medical history. As if I walk around with a notebook in my hand of every incident. She needs to learn better bedside etiquette! I truly do not respect doctors like this. We go through enough to have to deal with insensitivity & condescending individuals. Disgusting! Dr.Shizdat Is a Neurologist she needs to be checked! Oh she was also upset my primary doctor was not from that facility. Lol so she basically said she wouldn t have treated me. Mind you I came in as an emergency! Terrible woman! Besides that my nurse was absolutely amazing. That is all thank you.
Response from the owner1 month ago
The behavior you experienced is not representative of our standards. Please accept our apology and be assured that we are committed to doing better. If you would like to discuss further, please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-3227.
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in New Jersey is the process of addressing the complex issues involved with addiction. Challenges are identified and addressed through individual and group counseling. Participants learn how to manage these issues without the use of substances.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

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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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

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.

Contact Information

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530 New Brunswick Avenue
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

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Reviews of Raritan Bay Medical Center Addiction Treatment Services

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3.1 (100 reviews)
Cecilia Pulla
2 weeks ago
1

Honestly, I do not recommend going there at all, please do not go. My mom was there with a pancreas problem for an entire night and one day, they did not treat her well, they did not help her go to the bathroom, they said they did not have time. The service was terrible, the nurses were very rude, when we said something to them they would say I'll be right back and they did not come back, there are no doctors, when I arrived and saw my mom like that, I asked why they did not give her medicine or what we could do, there was no information, the nurse told me I do not know anything, I just arrived, you have to give me time, so I asked them to discharge her so I could take her to another hospital and they did not want to discharge her, they did not give me any paperwork about the treatment they were supposedly giving her, they did not want to lend me a wheelchair, and when I took my mom out, they did not help me get her into the car, no nothing, really very bad treatment, very bad service, very bad attention, I do not recommend going there at all, at least my experience there was very unpleasant and frightful.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We appreciate you taking the time to write us this detailed review. We take these very seriously since we want to ensure all our patients are given the best treatment possible. That said, it's disappointing to learn about this recent experience. Please accept our apology. We would appreciate an opportunity to hear more about your experience. Please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-4166 to speak with an advocate who can investigate this further.
Natalia Carbajal
2 weeks ago
1

As someone who works in the medical field this hospital is pathetic. I don’t know where they find there nurses. Probably got hired on EBay. The lack of class , organization, & patient care is concerning. It makes me wonder if someone who was in critical condition would receive the proper care. I came in for severe abdominal pain , I hadn’t ate all day and felt as if I was going to pass out. Before admitting me into the er I was taking to the regular doctor they have. I have private insurance if I thought I needed to see a regular provider I would’ve went to my primary. I sat there shaking and crying until some of the PATIENTS brought it to the attention of staff. I was then transferred into the er where there again I sat for hours. Not to mention in the duration of my long wait there was multiple HIPPA violations. Staff speaking to other staff regarding the patient’s personal health in which they were not assisting the patient this was for pure gossip. I too learned of all the patients issues as it was spoken about so loudly. Towards the end of the 8 hrs I still received no medication, food , or water after projectile vomiting . So I gave up and insisted on leaving , I was then given attitude with a nurse who said “ okay go against medical advice “ . I was a little confused because half of this hospital’s doings is medical malpractice. I would rather drive 45 minutes longer to receive emergency care than to ever step foot in this establishment again. It’s disgraceful & I would hope never to work in a hospital where patient care is the least of peoples concerns.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
The behavior you experienced is not representative of our standards. Please accept our apology and be assured that we are committed to doing better. If you would like to discuss further, please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-4166.
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1 month ago
1

This hospital is a horrible experience DON'T COME HERE... the majority of these employees are not attending the patients with proper care.. always on there phone's and joking around etc... not giving the patients respect and attending there every need that is needed to give a patient at all time's no excuses.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
The behavior you experienced is not representative of our standards. Please accept our apology and be assured that we are committed to doing better. If you would like to discuss further, please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-3227.
Akanksha Chouhan
2 months ago
1

I was in the ER on 13 April 2025 with my brother. He was their for injuries to his feet and back due to a severe fall down a flight of stairs. (14-15 stairs) We were registered and taken to our room promptly, where no other patients were, and we were the only 2 people in this room, and were waiting to see a Nurse and Physician Assistant. Our nurse, Faith, came by and assessed my brother. I was a bit concerned as she was not dressed as the other nurses, out of uniform and with her hair not tied back, I was a bit concerned with how she would handle my brother’s care. She was a bit mild mannered in her initial interations with us, however I assumed that was the end of it. After sometime of waiting, my brother began feeling more pain and I went to look for Faith but she was on a personal phone call, and I hesitated to approach her due to her behavior with us before. A Patient Care Technician helped my move my brother into a more comfortable position while waiting. After waiting for sometime, the Physician Assistant came by and checked my brother. (Isabelle S Bisda) When the nurse came back to administer medicine to my brother, she observed me on my phone and assumed I was making videos. She addressed this and I showed her I was on a call with my family at home, who also includes an immune-compromised member. At the time she did not say anything and I continued to inform our family of my brother’s care. After X-Rays were conducted and the results were back, Faith came back to ask if we were still waiting on the X-Ray results. My brother explained to her that the PA had come over to inform us of the results. She was okay with that. I then added that the PA said my brother can be discharged and I think shes working on the paperwork. Faith snapped at me, she said, “Yeah, don’t you see her talking to another patient over there?” I was apalled at her behavior towards me, my brother also called her out on her response. Once the PA finished with the patient she was working with, I called her over. I explained what had transpired in the past hour and half and I tried to keep calm however I was feeling a lot of anxiety due to the treatment I was receiving from a front line health care worker who works with patients and concerned families. The PA listened to me as I explained my whole experience to her. She said she understood and would work on discharging my brother. After this, the Charge Nurse, Lucero showed up. I am unsure if this is Lucero’s first job, or first time in a leadership role but she entered the room with intent to attack me. She used the argument of my making videos on my phone to cover up the whole experience Faith had provided us with. I listened to her keep attacking me and not once did this charge nurse apologize for the behavior her nurse had exhibited towards me. After about 5 minutes of this Charge Nurse rambling on and on and being unable to provide me with any consolation, my brother interjected and asked if she was only there to justify her nurse’s actions. At this point, Lucero decided to walk out of the room while I was mid-sentence. I did not catch her name, I yelled after her asking her to give me her name as I reserved the right to know who is speaking with me. Another nurse gave me her name and information. I am shocked at the behavior of the nurse and the Charge Nurse at this ED. As a local to Sayreville NJ my whole life, I have come here for any emergencies for me, or my family members, which would be dozens of times, but never have I left feeling so distressed I was shaking with anxiety. I fear for the well-being of any patients under Faith’s care or Lucero’s leadership as their tactic for patient care is intimidation, and disrespect. I truly hope corrective actions will be taken to prevent these kinds of inexperienced and insensitive people from working directly with vulnerable patients and families who are coming to this hospital for wellness, and treatment in a positive environment, rather than a negative one.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We appreciate you taking the time to write us this detailed review. The behavior you experienced is not representative of our standards. Please accept our apology and be assured that we are committed to doing better. If you would like to discuss further, please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-3227.
Ashley Guerrero
2 months ago
1

I went to this hospital because I was pregnant and had really bad pain I was bleeding for 2 weeks straight and they said they didn’t know why but just assumed it was an ectopic pregnancy and got sent home the same night.they sent me home and told me to come back two days after but the pain was so bad I couldn’t wait so i went back the same night and this one lady told me she really couldn’t do anything because it was soon to tell if it was an ectopic pregnancy and all she told me was to take pain killers next day I went to the hospital in Edison and they told me I needed surgery the same night because my fallopian tube had ruptured and I had internal bleeding.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
We appreciate you taking the time to write us this detailed review. We take these very seriously since we want to ensure all our patients are given the best treatment possible. That said, it's disappointing to learn about this recent experience. Please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-3227 a patient advocate will help investigate this further.
nondessant
2 months ago
1

Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi, thank you for taking the time to rate our care and services. We would appreciate the opportunity to connect personally with you. Please contact the Office of Patient Experience at ConsumerServices@hmhn.org at your convenience. Thank you in advance for your time.
Liliana
2 months ago
5

I gave birth at this hospital, I live in town so you hear alot about this hospital but if im being honest, I had such a great experience giving birth here! As a first time mom they explained everything to me in detail, got me upstairs right away after coming in letting them know my water broke. My labor & delivery nurses were amazing & so attentive. All so professional. My after birth team was so good as well, many nurses due to shift changes but they were all very attentive, kept making sure I got what I needed per my doctors requests. Kept checking me and my babys vitals. Food/room service was super good surprisingly lol only uncomfortable thing is the couch bed for the Dad but aside from that, such a great experience. My Doctor, Shonowo did an amazing job delivering my baby & making sure she came out safe. Definitely recommend this hospital based off of my experience.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
Thank you for telling us about your great experience. We are happy to hear you had such a positive and warm experience with all of our team members at Raritan Bay Medical Center. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to be your hospital of choice.
Giselle Alicea
2 months ago
1

Dr.Shizdat (Neurologist) was the rudest doctor I’ve ever met. She tried to gaslight me & manipulate me into thinking I was basically confused or couldn’t recall my medical history. As if I walk around with a notebook in my hand of every incident. She needs to learn better bedside etiquette! I truly do not respect doctors like this. We go through enough to have to deal with insensitivity & condescending individuals. Disgusting! Dr.Shizdat Is a Neurologist… she needs to be checked! Oh she was also upset my primary doctor was not from that facility. Lol so she basically said she wouldn’t have treated me. Mind you I came in as an emergency! Terrible woman! Besides that my nurse was absolutely amazing. That is all… thank you.

Response from the ownerInvalid relative date format:
The behavior you experienced is not representative of our standards. Please accept our apology and be assured that we are committed to doing better. If you would like to discuss further, please contact the Office of Patient Experience at 732-324-3227.
Anneris De Leon
2 months ago
1

The worst.

Lisa Lakomski
3 months ago
1

Awful hospital, staff is rude they don’t care and that hospital is dirty maybe time for a makeover

BABBY BOBABS
3 months ago
1

I haven't been able to contact my boyfriend for days because they have patients answering the phones??

Wood Stock74
3 months ago
4

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