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VCC - Vista Community Clinic - Pier View CA 92054

About Vista Community Clinic

Treatment at VCC – Vista Community Clinic – Pier View begins with a mental health assessment to screen for symptoms of addiction or co-occurring mental health disorders. Other services include the following:

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) program is open to adults over 18. Clients attend individual and group treatment sessions for improved coping skills, peer support, therapy, and recovery meetings. Sessions are typically held 3 to 4 days a week.

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is appropriate for the treatment of alcohol and opioid use disorders. MAT involves counseling, medication management, recovery meetings, and regular follow-up appointments.

VCC – Vista Community Clinic – Pier View accepts most major insurance, like Medicaid, Medicare, BlueCross BlueShield, and United Healthcare. You may find some insurance plans cover some or all of the costs of mental health and/or addiction recovery services when deemed medically necessary. Contact your provider to verify coverage because out-of-network benefits can vary.

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Antoinette Blackburn
1 month ago on Google
1
My experiences at VCC clinic on Pier View Road has been for the most part hurtful and painful. One Dr. MacMurray, had me waiting for almost two hours. When he finally treated me, he was rude and constantly used profanity. My husband accompanied me and witnessed this as well. I was due for a follow-up. The front desk called me a day before my scheduled appointment and informed me that he could not see me because I was not in his health group. I knew this was not true because I called my health plan and was told he was part of my group. I did not argue because I did not want to be seen by someone who did not want to see me. My nurse practitioner, NP Baldwin, who I've seen for three years, never knows who I am. Each visit she speaks to me as if I'm a first time patient and I constantly have to answer questions over and over again when it's clearly in my chart. When I asked questions she became defensive or combative. She finally told me that she never knows who I am because I change my hairstyle frequently, although I've been seeing her for three years. I had a blister on the top of my foot. It was as big as a quarter, filled with liquid and was increasing in size everyday, and it was painful. Initially I had a Telemedicine call with another NP who was not my primary NP via video. She saw the size of my foot and immediately ordered antibiotics, instructed me on the care of my foot and advised when I saw my main NP, Baldwin, the blister should be drained and a culture should be taken to assure there was no infection. The following day my husband again accompanied me to my appointment. NP Baldwin was immediately hostile and rude to me and my husband. She refused to treat the blister. She told me that the blister was no big deal. I told her I was in pain and I could not sleep due to the pain and discomfort. She said that the blister should not hurt, she would not drain the blister, she would not take a culture and she did not understand why the other NP who spoke with me the previous day gave me antibiotics. There was more said, but this review is already a novel. I scheduled a walk-in appointment for Saturday morning at the Vale Terrace clinic. My husband once again accompanied me. What a world of difference from the front desk to the medical assistant to the NP, Everett. I could cry while typing this. The staff there treated me like a human being. They showed compassion, they listened, they advised, and most importantly, they were professional! Needless to say, I will no longer go to the Pier View location for any type of care, even though it's a 5 minute drive from my home. I have changed my primary NP and will now make all my appointments at the Vale Terrace facility.
Antonia Clemente
1 month ago on Google
5
Andrea Baldwin was so warm, kind and knowledgeable definitely recommend her as a primary care physician.
Jason McCann
3 months ago on Google
5
Excellent place.
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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.

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.

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 iconOutpatient

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.

aftercare iconAftercare Support

Rehab aftercare programs offer clients in addiction recovery a robust continuum of care after clients have completed active treatment. These services address recovery as a life-long process and are designed to evolve with clients' changing needs. Clients may partner with their case managers and/or addiction recovery team to identify the rehab aftercare services that are right for them. They may receive career counseling, housing assistance, peer coaching, 12 step program induction, among many other services.

medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox

When addicted, quitting your drug of choice suddenly can be dangerous. That's why experts agree a medically assisted detox is the safest way to remove addictive substances from the body. Usually done in an inpatient setting, your vitals signs and overall well being are consistently monitored and rechecked in order to keep you safe and ensure the detox is successful.

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 California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

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.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

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.

Amenities

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Fernando Sañudo

Chief Executive Officer

Betsy Heightman

Chief Development and Government Affairs Officer

Sarah Fatland, DO

Chief Medical Officer

Mark Connelly, MPA

Chief Operations Officer

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

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: California

Contact Information

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818 Pier View Way
Oceanside, CA 92054

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3.2 (120 reviews)
Veronica Vargas Rivera
1 month ago
5

Antoinette Blackburn
1 month ago
1

My experiences at VCC clinic on Pier View Road has been for the most part hurtful and painful. One Dr. MacMurray, had me waiting for almost two hours. When he finally treated me, he was rude and constantly used profanity. My husband accompanied me and witnessed this as well. I was due for a follow-up. The front desk called me a day before my scheduled appointment and informed me that he could not see me because I was not in his health group. I knew this was not true because I called my health plan and was told he was part of my group. I did not argue because I did not want to be seen by someone who did not want to see me. My nurse practitioner, NP Baldwin, who I've seen for three years, never knows who I am. Each visit she speaks to me as if I'm a first time patient and I constantly have to answer questions over and over again when it's clearly in my chart. When I asked questions she became defensive or combative. She finally told me that she never knows who I am because I change my hairstyle frequently, although I've been seeing her for three years. I had a blister on the top of my foot. It was as big as a quarter, filled with liquid and was increasing in size everyday, and it was painful. Initially I had a Telemedicine call with another NP who was not my primary NP via video. She saw the size of my foot and immediately ordered antibiotics, instructed me on the care of my foot and advised when I saw my main NP, Baldwin, the blister should be drained and a culture should be taken to assure there was no infection. The following day my husband again accompanied me to my appointment. NP Baldwin was immediately hostile and rude to me and my husband. She refused to treat the blister. She told me that the blister was no big deal. I told her I was in pain and I could not sleep due to the pain and discomfort. She said that the blister should not hurt, she would not drain the blister, she would not take a culture and she did not understand why the other NP who spoke with me the previous day gave me antibiotics. There was more said, but this review is already a novel. I scheduled a walk-in appointment for Saturday morning at the Vale Terrace clinic. My husband once again accompanied me. What a world of difference from the front desk to the medical assistant to the NP, Everett. I could cry while typing this. The staff there treated me like a human being. They showed compassion, they listened, they advised, and most importantly, they were professional! Needless to say, I will no longer go to the Pier View location for any type of care, even though it's a 5 minute drive from my home. I have changed my primary NP and will now make all my appointments at the Vale Terrace facility.

Antonia Clemente
1 month ago
5

Andrea Baldwin was so warm, kind and knowledgeable definitely recommend her as a primary care physician.

Felix Neumann
2 months ago
1

Daniel Haga
2 months ago
5

Michael Pangborn
3 months ago
1

ROBERT TRUITT
3 months ago
5

Jason McCann
3 months ago
5

Excellent place.

Joe Eberhardt
4 months ago
5

They are doing a kind tremendous service to those who are financially challenged in our community.

Kaili Ward
4 months ago
1

I have been trying to get my medical records faxed to my new Doctor's Office. I listened to the automated message and sent in an email. I received an email with the authorization form to release my medical records. I filled out the form and sent it back with a picture of my ID. I received the same automated email again. I tried calling and was transferred to the medical records department, only to be given the same automated message and then hung up on.

Marit VC
5 months ago
1

Absolutely the worst. They don't even pick up the phone if you want to schedule an appointment.

Kiya Pasley
5 months ago
4

The women's center off Vale Terrace is great for going to the dentist. They are paitent with you great service and prices.

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