Marijuana detox at Foundry Front Range is medically supervised withdrawal management (ASAM level 3.7) in our licensed medical facility in Broomfield, Colorado. Many people can stop cannabis with outpatient support, so inpatient THC detox is for adults whose withdrawal comes with added risk, such as co-occurring mental health symptoms, other substance use, or cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). Licensed nursing staff are available around the clock, and you can move directly into residential care in the same building.
Key takeaways
What it is: medically supervised marijuana detox (ASAM 3.7) with 24/7 nursing.
Who it fits: heavy cannabis use plus mental health symptoms, other substances, or CHS.
Typical stay: about three to five days, then residential care on site if needed.
Coverage: Colorado Medicaid Regions 1 to 4 and most major insurance plans.
When medically supervised marijuana detox makes sense
Cannabis withdrawal isn’t typically life-threatening the way alcohol or benzodiazepine withdrawal can be. It can still be hard to get through alone: irritability, anxiety, poor sleep, and low mood often drive people back to use within days.
Supervised care matters most when withdrawal sits on top of other risks. A 2022 clinical review of cannabis withdrawal management in the journal Addiction notes that inpatient care may be warranted for people with significant co-occurring mental health conditions or polysubstance use. Our screening helps you decide which setting is safest.
Who marijuana detox at Foundry is for
Our detox program serves adults 18 and older who use cannabis heavily and need a safe, monitored place to stop. Inpatient detox is a stronger fit than quitting at home if any of these apply:
You also use alcohol, benzodiazepines, or opioids, which carry withdrawal risks of their own.
You have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or a history of psychosis.
You have repeated nausea and vomiting with heavy use, a possible sign of CHS.
You use high-potency products, such as concentrates or vapes, every day.
You have tried to quit several times and returned to use to stop withdrawal.
You don’t have a safe, substance-free place to stay while you stop.
If you use cannabis occasionally and your mental health is stable, medical detox usually isn’t needed; our intensive outpatient program may be a better fit. If you’re pregnant, tell admissions during screening so the team can review your care plan. Foundry does not treat adolescents.
Marijuana withdrawal timeline
Symptoms usually start 24 to 48 hours after the last use, peak around days 2 to 6, and ease within one to three weeks. Some heavy users have sleep or mood symptoms for three weeks or longer.
| Phase | Typical timing | Common symptoms | What our team does |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early withdrawal | 24 to 48 hours | Irritability, restlessness, cravings, trouble falling asleep | Intake assessment, vital signs, mental health screening |
| Peak withdrawal | Days 2 to 6 | Anxiety, insomnia, vivid dreams, low appetite, low mood | Close monitoring, symptom relief, sleep and nutrition support |
| Easing | Days 7 to 14 | Symptoms lessen; sleep and appetite start to recover | Care planning and transition to the next level of care |
| Resolving | Weeks 2 to 3 | Most physical symptoms fade; cravings come and go | Therapy, coping skills, and relapse-prevention planning |
| After detox | Weeks to months | Lingering sleep problems, low mood, or irritability for some | Residential care, step-down programs, and mental health treatment |
How we manage marijuana withdrawal symptoms
No medications are FDA-approved specifically for cannabis withdrawal, so our medical team treats the symptoms you actually have. Your plan depends on your substance use history, other medications, health conditions, and mental health needs.
| Symptom | What it can look like | How our team helps |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep problems | Insomnia, vivid or disturbing dreams | Sleep routine support and medications when clinically appropriate |
| Anxiety and irritability | Restlessness, anger, nervousness | Counseling, coping skills, and medications when clinically appropriate |
| Nausea and vomiting | Stomach pain, vomiting, possible CHS | Monitoring, fluids, and medical evaluation |
| Low appetite | Skipped meals, weight loss | Regular, nutritious meals prepared on site |
| Depressed mood | Low mood, loss of interest, hopelessness | Mental health assessment and psychiatric care coordinated with your plan |
Using alcohol, benzodiazepines, or sleep medications on your own to get through withdrawal adds risk. In detox, every medication is ordered and monitored by our medical team.
Explore related treatment
What to expect: admission through your first week
Starting detox begins with one call or an online benefits check. Same-day admission may be possible depending on clinical need and current availability.
- Verify insurance or call admissions. Admissions confirms your coverage, including Medicaid, and explains any plan-specific steps.
- Clinical screening. We review your cannabis use, other substances, mental health history, and current medications to confirm detox is the right level of care.
- Arrival and assessment. You receive a medical evaluation with vital signs, a withdrawal assessment, a mental health assessment, and lab work.
- Stabilization. Licensed nurses monitor you around the clock, and your medical team manages sleep, anxiety, nausea, and other symptoms.
- Daily review. Your team checks symptoms, sleep, appetite, and mood each day and adjusts your plan.
- Discharge or transition. You leave with a written care plan, or move straight into residential treatment in the same building.
Lab work during detox may include thyroid function, blood counts, electrolytes, kidney and liver function, HIV, hepatitis B and C, sexually transmitted infections, diabetes screening, and cholesterol.
Pradeep Raj Rai, MD, DABAM
Chief Medical Officer
Not sure you need detox?
Admissions will review your cannabis use, mental health, and other substances, confirm your benefits, and recommend the safest level of care.
After detox: levels of care at Foundry
Detox treats withdrawal, not cannabis use disorder itself. Our detox and residential programs share one Broomfield facility, so you don’t change providers when withdrawal ends.
| Level of care | Setting | Medical oversight | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medically supervised detox (ASAM 3.7) | Inpatient, licensed medical facility | Around-the-clock nursing, physician oversight | Higher-risk cannabis withdrawal and stabilization |
| Residential treatment (ASAM 3.5) | Live-in, same facility | 24/7 structure and support | Intensive therapy after detox |
| Partial hospitalization (PHP) | Full-day program, home at night | Daily medical and psychiatric support | Daily structure without an overnight stay |
| Intensive outpatient (IOP) | Part-day sessions several days a week | Scheduled clinical check-ins | Treatment alongside work or family |
| Virtual IOP | Secure telehealth | Remote clinical oversight | When travel is a barrier |
Care for higher-risk situations
Some people need more than symptom relief while they stop cannabis. Our medical team plans around every risk we find at intake.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS)
CHS causes repeated severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain with frequent, long-term use, and it can lead to dehydration. It received its own diagnosis code (ICD-10-CM R11.16) on October 1, 2025, and a 2026 CDC report suggests it was undercounted for years. Stopping cannabis is the only lasting treatment.
Alcohol, benzodiazepine, or opioid use
Using cannabis with other substances changes the withdrawal picture. Your medical team plans medications and monitoring around every substance you use.
Serious mental health symptoms
Paranoia, psychosis, or severe depression can surface or worsen as THC clears. We assess mental health at intake, and we coordinate hospital care when needs exceed what our facility provides.
If you can’t keep fluids down, feel faint, or have severe abdominal pain, go to the nearest emergency room. If you’re having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988.
Explore conditions we treat
Integrated dual diagnosis care
Anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms often show up alongside heavy cannabis use, and withdrawal can make them feel worse. We assess mental health at intake and treat it alongside withdrawal, with psychiatric care coordinated with your detox plan.
Our Trauma-Integrated Care model, developed by Dr. Michael Barnes, treats unresolved trauma as part of addiction. As you move into residential care, your plan may include individual and group therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), polyvagal-informed care, and Acuwellness.
Explore treatment approaches
Insurance and Medicaid for marijuana detox
Foundry Front Range accepts Colorado Medicaid (Health First Colorado) Regions 1, 2, 3 and 4 and is in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multi-Plan, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare. We also work with most major insurance plans.
Medicaid does cover rehab, and Medicaid clients receive the same continuum of care as every other client. Coverage for detox depends on your plan and on whether it’s medically necessary for you, so admissions verifies your benefits and explains any out-of-pocket costs before you arrive.
Next step
What to bring to detox
Pack light. Detox is for rest, and most of what you need is provided.
Bring
- Photo ID and insurance or Medicaid card
- Prescription medications in their original labeled containers, plus a list of doses and prescribers
- Comfortable, loose clothing for several days and basic toiletries
- Name and phone number of an emergency contact
Leave at home
Valuables, large amounts of cash, and outside food or drinks. Admissions will share the full guidelines before you arrive.
Why choose Foundry Front Range for marijuana detox
Addiction medicine leads your care. Our Chief Medical Officer is board-certified in addiction medicine and oversees detox protocols and medication management.
Cannabis expertise. Our team includes Managing Partner Ben Cort, an author and educator on high-potency THC and cannabis use disorder.
Medicaid is welcome. Colorado Medicaid clients receive the same clinical team, facility, and programming as every other client.
Detox and residential in one building. Mental health care can begin in detox and continue into residential care with the same team and the same plan.
Gender-specific detox units. Separate women’s and men’s detox units support safety and trust during withdrawal.
Licensed and accredited. A 44,000 square foot medical facility licensed by the State of Colorado and accredited by The Joint Commission.
Our Broomfield location
Foundry Front Range
11952 Gray St.
Broomfield, CO 80020
Our detox program is about 30 minutes from the Denver Metro area and Denver International Airport.
- Broomfield
- Westminster
- Thornton
- Lafayette
- Louisville
- Boulder
- Denver Metro
Visit and contact
Frequently asked questions
Does Colorado Medicaid cover marijuana detox at Foundry Front Range?
Foundry accepts Colorado Medicaid (Health First Colorado) Regions 1, 2, 3 and 4. Medicaid often covers medically necessary detox when clinical criteria are met, but benefits vary by plan. Admissions verifies your coverage and explains any costs before you arrive.
How long does marijuana detox take at Foundry?
A typical detox stay is about three to five days. Withdrawal itself usually starts 24 to 48 hours after your last use, peaks around days 2 to 6, and eases within one to three weeks, so many people continue straight into residential treatment.
Do I need inpatient detox to quit marijuana?
Not always. If you use cannabis alone and your mental health is stable, outpatient care such as IOP is often enough. Inpatient detox fits better if you also use other substances, have co-occurring mental health symptoms, have CHS, or haven’t been able to quit with outpatient support.
Is marijuana withdrawal dangerous?
Cannabis withdrawal isn’t typically life-threatening on its own. Risks rise when you also use alcohol, benzodiazepines, or opioids, have a serious mental health condition, or develop cannabis hyperemesis syndrome with vomiting that leads to dehydration.
Are there medications for marijuana withdrawal?
No medications are FDA-approved specifically for cannabis withdrawal. In medically supervised detox, our medical team may use medications to ease individual symptoms, such as sleep problems, anxiety, or nausea, when clinically appropriate.
What is cannabis hyperemesis syndrome?
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) causes repeated episodes of severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain in people who use cannabis frequently over a long period. Stopping cannabis is the only lasting treatment. Seek emergency care if you can’t keep fluids down or feel faint.
What happens after marijuana detox?
Detox is the first step, not the whole treatment. Many clients move into residential treatment at our Broomfield facility, then step down to PHP, IOP, or virtual IOP. Every client leaves detox with a written care plan.
How do I get started?
Call (720) 807-7867 or submit a benefits check online. Admissions confirms your coverage, reviews clinical fit, and tells you when a detox bed is available.
Start marijuana detox at Foundry Front Range
Verify your insurance or call admissions to find out whether medically supervised marijuana detox in Broomfield is right for you. The first conversation is confidential, and there’s no obligation to admit.
- Colorado Medicaid Regions 1 to 4
- Joint Commission accredited
- Licensed by the State of Colorado
Licensed and accredited: Licensed by the State of Colorado · Accredited by The Joint Commission · Meet the team
Content on this page is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Medication, coverage, and level of care are determined by individual clinical assessment and plan benefits. If you have a medical emergency, call 911. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
