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6.1/ 10Good
How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation0 / 1.8
Levels of care0.6 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.85 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.6 / 0.6
Patient ratings use 12 Google reviews (4.3★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.
About Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services
Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services provides drug and alcohol treatment from its location at 5300 Tallman Avenue NW in Seattle, Washington. It is a nonprofit provider.
Its services include medically supervised detox, hospital inpatient care, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine and 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. It offers specialized groups for pregnant/postpartum women.
Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services is licensed or certified by the state department of health, hospital licensing authority, and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
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
Specialized groups
Pregnant/postpartum women
Recovery support
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Mentoring/peer support
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
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Ancillary services
Case management service
Early intervention for HIV
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
Integrated primary care services
Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditation
State department of health, Hospital licensing authority, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Ages accepted
Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated by
Private non-profit organization
Treatment access in King County, WA
63Treatment facilities
6Offer detox
25Buprenorphine or methadone
10Offer 24-hour care
King County, WA has 63 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 2,340,211 residents. 6 facilities in the county list detox services, including Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services. 749 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 32 per 100,000 residents, compared with 33 statewide.
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
Address5300 Tallman Avenue NW 5-South Seattle, WA 98107
Questions about Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services
What services does Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services offer?
Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services lists the following levels of care: detox, hospital inpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.
Does Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services accept insurance?
According to SAMHSA data, Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services 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 Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services offer detox?
Yes. Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services provides detoxification (medically supervised withdrawal) services, including alcohol detoxification, benzodiazepines detoxification, and opioids detoxification.
Is Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services licensed?
Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services reports licensing or certification from: State department of health, Hospital licensing authority, and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
Who does Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services treat?
Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include pregnant/postpartum women.
How many addiction treatment programs are in King County, WA?
King County, WA has 63 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 2,340,211 residents: 6 list detox services, 25 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 10 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).
How does Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services rank among rehab centers in Seattle?
Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services is #13 of 24 ranked programs in Seattle in our 2026 ranking, based on the StartDrugRehab Score (accreditation, levels of care, payment options, data completeness and patient ratings). Facilities cannot pay to change their rank.
What are the closest alternatives to Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services?
The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Oxford House Crown Hill (Seattle, 1.5 miles), Integrative Counseling Services (Seattle, 1.9 miles), and Oxford House Crown Park (Seattle, 2 miles). Distances are straight-line.
What is Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services' Google rating?
Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services has a 4.3-star rating from 12 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.
How do I get admitted to Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services or a similar program?
Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services directly at 206-781-6209. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services. Our helpline is not affiliated with Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services.
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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. Logo courtesy of swedish.org. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Swedish Medical Center/Ballard – Addiction Recovery Services.
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