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5.5/ 10Fair
How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation0 / 1.8
Levels of care0.9 / 2.1
Patient ratings0 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.6 / 0.6
Patient ratings use 35 Google reviews (2.5★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.
About Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program
Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, located at 120 LaBree Avenue South.
Levels of care offered here include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment. Clinicians use approaches such as brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, and relapse prevention. For opioid use disorder, the program uses naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.
Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.
The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors.
Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program is licensed or certified by the state mental health department.
Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.
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Who they serve & support services
Recovery support
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Employment counseling or training
Counseling & education
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Ancillary services
Case management service
Mental health services
Social skills development
Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditation
State mental health department
Ages accepted
Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated by
Private non-profit organization
Treatment access in Pennington County, MN
1Treatment facilities
0Offer detox
0Buprenorphine or methadone
0Offer 24-hour care
Pennington County, MN has 1 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facility for 13,652 residents. No facility in the county lists detox services, so people who need medically supervised withdrawal usually have to travel to another county first. It is the only listed provider of buprenorphine or methadone treatment in the county.
Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.
Location
Address120 LaBree Avenue South Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Questions about Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program
What services does Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program offer?
Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program lists the following levels of care: outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and dual diagnosis. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.
Does Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program accept insurance?
According to SAMHSA data, Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program accepts medicare, medicaid, federal military insurance (e.g., tricare), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.
Does Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program offer detox?
Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.
Is Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program licensed?
Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program reports licensing or certification from: State mental health department.
Who does Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program treat?
Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors.
How many addiction treatment programs are in Pennington County, MN?
Pennington County, MN has 1 SAMHSA-listed treatment facility for about 13,652 residents: 0 list detox services, 0 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).
What are the closest alternatives to Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program?
The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Sanford Behavioral Health Center (Thief River Falls, under 1 miles), Alluma Inc – Substance Use Division (Crookston, 31.5 miles), and EOSIS Northern Plains – Douglas Place (East Grand Forks, 39.7 miles). Distances are straight-line.
What is Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program's Google rating?
Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program has a 2.5-star rating from 35 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.
How do I get admitted to Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program or a similar program?
Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program directly at 218-683-4351. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program. Our helpline is not affiliated with Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program.
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Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Sanford Medical Center – Thief River Falls CD Program.
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