Medication Assisted Treatment

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) at Foundry Front Range pairs FDA-approved medication with counseling and therapy to treat opioid use disorder and, when clinically indicated, alcohol use disorder. Medication can begin during medically supervised detox and continue through residential treatment at our licensed medical facility in Broomfield, Colorado. We accept Health First Colorado (Colorado Medicaid) and most major insurance plans.

Key takeaways

Medication plus therapy: MAT combines FDA-approved medication with individual therapy, group counseling, and family support.

Medications we use: buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone, prescribed when clinically indicated.

Where it starts: often during medically supervised detox, with licensed nursing staff available around the clock.

Who it’s for: adults 18 and older with opioid use disorder, including those with co-occurring mental health conditions.

How to pay: Health First Colorado (Medicaid) accepted, plus in-network plans from Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multi-Plan, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare.

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What is medication-assisted treatment

MAT treats substance use disorder with FDA-approved medication and counseling together. The medication eases withdrawal and reduces cravings, while therapy builds the skills and support that keep recovery going.

At Foundry, MAT is never a standalone prescription. Your prescriber manages medication while your therapy team treats substance use, trauma, and mental health in one plan.

MAT is associated with reduced overdose risk and improved retention in care. For opioid use disorder, including fentanyl, it is often a central part of treatment.

Levels of care

Where MAT fits, from detox through outpatient

Medication moves with you as your level of care changes. You don’t have to find a new prescriber each time.

ASAM 3.7

Medically Supervised Detox

Licensed nursing staff are available around the clock while you withdraw. Prescribed medications ease symptoms and reduce cravings, and MAT can begin once your medical team confirms the timing is safe.

ASAM 3.5

Residential Treatment

Medication continues alongside daily individual and group therapy, psychiatric care, and co-occurring treatment, all in the same Broomfield facility.

Step-down

IOP & Virtual IOP

Continued clinical support as you return to home and work, in person or by telehealth. Your discharge plan maps out how your medication continues.

Detox and residential care happen in the same building, so you don’t change providers when withdrawal ends. A clinical assessment decides where you start.

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Medication options

Medications used in MAT

Our medical team prescribes buprenorphine, methadone, or naltrexone when clinically indicated. Your prescriber recommends one based on your substance use history, withdrawal timing, other medications, and goals.

MedicationHow it worksWho it may fitHow Foundry provides it
BuprenorphinePartial opioid agonist that eases withdrawal and reduces cravingsAdults with opioid use disorderPrescribed and monitored by our medical team, often starting in detox
MethadoneFull opioid agonist taken dailyPeople with severe opioid use disorder or already stable on methadoneCoordinated by our medical team when clinically indicated
NaltrexoneOpioid blocker with no opioid effectPeople fully opioid-free after detox; may also support alcohol recoveryPrescribed by our medical team when clinically indicated

Buprenorphine can only start once withdrawal has begun, because an early dose can trigger sudden withdrawal. Starting in medically supervised detox lets our nursing and medical staff time that first dose safely.

Medication decisions are made by your prescriber after a clinical assessment.

Who we help

Who is eligible for MAT

MAT at Foundry is for adults 18 and older whose clinical assessment shows medication will support recovery.

Opioid use disorder, including fentanyl, heroin, and prescription opioids.

Alcohol use disorder, when a prescriber recommends medication.

Co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, or trauma.

Medicaid or commercial coverage, including Health First Colorado.

Foundry does not treat adolescents. If you’re pregnant, tell admissions during screening so the team can review your care plan.

Conditions we treat

Clinical approach

MAT and co-occurring mental health care

Yes, we treat co-occurring mental health conditions alongside MAT. Psychiatric medications are prescribed when clinically indicated and coordinated with your MAT plan, so one team manages both.

Trauma-Integrated Care and the Michael Barnes Family Institute

Our Trauma-Integrated Care model, developed by Dr. Michael Barnes, treats unresolved trauma as part of addiction rather than something to handle later. Through the Michael Barnes Family Institute, families learn how addiction works and how to support recovery at home.

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How we treat

Therapies that pair with medication

Medication is one part of treatment. Your plan may also include:

Individual and group therapy for skills practice and peer support.

EMDR therapy, a structured approach for processing traumatic memories.

Internal Family Systems (IFS), therapy that works with the different parts of a person’s inner experience.

Polyvagal-informed care, focused on how the nervous system responds to stress and safety.

Acuwellness, a wellness modality used alongside clinical care.

Family programming through the Michael Barnes Family Institute.

Relapse-prevention and discharge planning that keep medication and therapy going after you leave.

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How admission works

How to start MAT: what to expect

Starting MAT begins with one call or an online insurance check. Detox units are typically available immediately.

  1. Verify insurance or call admissions. Submit a benefits check online or call (720) 807-7867. Admissions confirms your coverage and explains plan-specific steps.
  2. Complete a clinical screening. Admissions reviews your substance use, withdrawal timing, medical history, and current medications to find the right level of care.
  3. Admit and meet your care team. On arrival, the medical team completes a full assessment and builds your individualized plan with you.
  4. Start medication when it’s safe. Medication begins when your prescriber decides it’s clinically appropriate, often during detox.
  5. Stabilize and plan ahead. Your team monitors your response, adjusts dosing, and builds a discharge plan that keeps your medication and therapy going.

Have these ready

A photo ID, your insurance or Medicaid card, a list of current medications with doses and who prescribes them, any discharge paperwork from recent treatment, and the name and number of an emergency contact.

Coverage

Insurance & payment for MAT

We accept Health First Colorado (Colorado Medicaid), Regions 1, 2, 3 and 4, and are in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multi-Plan, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare. Coverage for specific medications and services depends on your plan, so we verify benefits before you arrive.

Medicaid clients receive access to the same full continuum of care as every other client, from detox through residential treatment. Medicaid often covers medication-assisted treatment and psychiatric medications when clinically indicated.

We don’t publish self-pay rates. Ask admissions about self-pay options if you don’t have coverage.

Next step

Michael Barnes, PhD, LAC, Senior Clinical Advisor at Foundry Front Range

Michael Barnes, PhD, LAC

Senior Clinical Advisor

Let our team walk you through MAT coverage and next steps

Admissions will confirm your benefits, review clinical fit, and explain where medication would start.

Why Foundry

Why choose Foundry Front Range for MAT

Addiction medicine leads medication care

Our Chief Medical Officer is board-certified in addiction medicine and oversees detox protocols and medication management directly.

Medicaid is welcome here

Health First Colorado clients receive the same standard of care as every other client, from detox through residential treatment.

No handoff between detox and residential

MAT can begin in detox and continue into residential care in the same building, with the same team and the same plan.

Trauma treated alongside medication

Our Trauma-Integrated Care model runs through every level of care, so medication supports deeper therapeutic work.

Gender-specific programming

Separate women’s and men’s programs, including gender-specific detox units, support safety and trust during treatment.

A licensed medical facility

44,000 square feet, licensed by the State of Colorado, accredited by The Joint Commission, about 30 minutes from the Denver Metro Area and DIA.

Where we are

Our Broomfield treatment center

Foundry Front Range
11952 Gray St.
Broomfield, CO 80020

(720) 807-7867

Detox, MAT, and residential treatment all take place on-site at our 44,000-square-foot licensed medical facility, about 30 minutes from the Denver Metro Area and Denver International Airport.

Serving adults across

  • Broomfield
  • The Denver Metro Area

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Next step

Start MAT at Foundry Front Range

Verify your insurance or call admissions to start medication-assisted treatment in Broomfield. The first conversation is confidential, and there’s no obligation to admit. Licensed by the State of Colorado and accredited by The Joint Commission.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions about MAT

Does insurance cover MAT at Foundry Front Range?

Many plans cover MAT, but coverage depends on your specific plan. We’re in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Multi-Plan, Rocky Mountain Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare. Verify your benefits online or call admissions before you arrive.

Does Foundry Front Range accept Medicaid for MAT?

Yes. We accept Health First Colorado (Colorado Medicaid), and Medicaid often covers medication-assisted treatment and psychiatric medications when clinically indicated. Admissions confirms your plan’s specific benefits.

Can I start medication the day I’m admitted?

Timing depends on your clinical assessment. Buprenorphine can only start after withdrawal has begun, so many people take their first dose during medically supervised detox once the medical team confirms it’s safe.

How long will I be on MAT?

Length of treatment varies by medication, substance, and your recovery goals. Some people use medication short term, while others continue long term. Your prescriber reviews progress with you and adjusts the plan over time.

Is MAT just replacing one drug with another?

No. MAT medications are prescribed at controlled doses and monitored by a medical team to ease withdrawal and reduce cravings. MAT is associated with reduced overdose risk and improved retention in care.

Can I keep taking MAT after I leave residential treatment?

Yes, when clinically appropriate. Discharge planning connects your prescription to follow-up care, and step-down options include our intensive outpatient and virtual intensive outpatient programs.

Is MAT safe if I also have anxiety, depression, or PTSD?

Yes. We coordinate MAT with psychiatric care, so your mental health medications and MAT are managed together in one integrated plan.

How do I get started?

Call (720) 807-7867 or start a benefits verification online. Detox units are typically available immediately, and admissions can confirm clinical fit and coverage with you.

Content on this page is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Speak with a qualified healthcare provider about your situation. Medication, coverage, and level of care are determined by individual clinical assessment and plan benefits.

If you or someone else is experiencing an overdose or is in immediate danger, call 911. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.