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10 Best Inpatient Rehab Centers in San Diego, CA (2026)
We list 14 inpatient rehab centers in San Diego, CA, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data. Compare services, insurance accepted and accreditation, or call for free help choosing.
14 Treatment facilities 4 Offer detox 9 Accept Medicaid 3 Accept private insurance Ranking updated October 2026 · Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov licensing data · How we rank
Inpatient / Residential: the basics
Inpatient rehab, also called residential treatment, is live-in addiction care where you stay at a licensed facility around the clock and take part in daily therapy, groups and medical care. Stays often last about 30 to 90 days. It fits people who need more structure than outpatient care can give. Search below to find inpatient rehab centers near you. Read the full guide →
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2026 rankings
Top 10 inpatient rehab centers in San Diego, CA Ranked by the StartDrugRehab Score: accreditation, levels of care, patient ratings and payment options. Featured or claimed status never affects rank. How we rank
1 CF San Diego, CA
7.9 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
★ 4.8Google 28 reviews
Best for: Detox and residential care Joint Commission CARF
Why it made our list: Joint Commission and CARF accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care.
View details → 2 San Diego, CA
7.9 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
★ 4.7Google 31 reviews
Best for: Private-pay residential care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 3 RP San Diego, CA
7.9 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
★ 4.8Google 21 reviews
Best for: Private-pay residential care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 4 San Diego, CA
7.4 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10
Best for: Residential treatment CARF COA
Why it made our list: CARF, COA, and NCQA accredited; offers residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid and sliding-scale fees.
View details → 5 San Diego, CA
6.9 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.9 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 3 reviews
Best for: Residential treatment CARF
Why it made our list: CARF accredited; offers residential care and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid and self-pay.
View details → 6 WB San Diego, CA
6.2 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.2 out of 10
★ 4.2Google 15 reviews
Best for: Detox and residential care COA
Why it made our list: COA accredited; offers detox, residential care, and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid.
View details → 7 San Diego, CA
6.0 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.0 out of 10
Best for: Residential treatment
Why it made our list: Offers residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and self-pay.
View details → 8 San Diego, CA
5.9 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.9 out of 10
★ 4.1Google 29 reviews
Best for: Residential treatment
Why it made our list: Offers residential care and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare.
View details → 9 San Diego, CA
5.8 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.8 out of 10
★ 4.7Google 18 reviews
Best for: Residential treatment
Why it made our list: Offers residential care and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid.
View details → 10 San Diego, CA
5.7 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.7 out of 10
★ 3.3Google 10 reviews
Best for: Residential treatment
Why it made our list: Offers residential care, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts Medicaid and Medicare.
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All inpatient rehab centers in San Diego, CA
7.9 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
★ 4.7Google 31 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Detox
Inpatient / Residential
Medication-Assisted Treatment
+2 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
7.9 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
★ 4.8Google 21 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Inpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Detox
Inpatient / Residential
Medication-Assisted Treatment
+1 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
7.9 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
★ 4.8Google 28 reviews
Joint Commission · CARF accredited
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Detox
Inpatient / Residential
Medication-Assisted Treatment
+2 more
Payment accepted
State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
7.4 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10
CARF · COA · NCQA accredited
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Dual Diagnosis
+1 more
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Sliding scale · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
6.9 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.9 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 3 reviews
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Public
MAT Not listed
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Dual Diagnosis
Telehealth
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Self-pay · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
6.2 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.2 out of 10
★ 4.2Google 15 reviews
Setting Inpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Not listed
Levels of care
Detox
Inpatient / Residential
Dual Diagnosis
Payment accepted
Medicaid
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
5.7 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.7 out of 10
★ 3.7Google 37 reviews
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Dual Diagnosis
+1 more
Payment accepted
Medicare · Sliding scale
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
6.0 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.0 out of 10
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Dual Diagnosis
+1 more
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
5.7 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.7 out of 10
★ 3.3Google 10 reviews
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Dual Diagnosis
+1 more
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
5.9 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.9 out of 10
★ 4.1Google 29 reviews
Setting Inpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Not listed
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Dual Diagnosis
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
5.8 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.8 out of 10
★ 4.7Google 18 reviews
Setting Inpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Not listed
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Dual Diagnosis
Payment accepted
Medicaid
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
5.6 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.6 out of 10
★ 4.3Google 23 reviews
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Not listed
Levels of care
Inpatient / Residential
Outpatient
Payment accepted
State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
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Calls to (833) 589-6933 are answered by StartDrugRehab LLC, a free, confidential admissions service. StartDrugRehab LLC is not a treatment facility and may connect callers with partner treatment providers. Facility listings are based on public data from SAMHSA and are not endorsements.
5.3 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.3 out of 10
Setting Inpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Not listed
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Sliding scale
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
5.5 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.5 out of 10
★ 4.7Google 18 reviews
Setting Inpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Not listed
Payment accepted
Medicaid
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
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Frequently asked questions How many inpatient rehab centers are in San Diego, CA? We list 14 inpatient rehab centers in San Diego, CA, based on SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov data (updated October 2026).
How do I choose the right program? Look for state licensing and accreditation (The Joint Commission or CARF), the right level of care for your needs, evidence-based therapies, and insurance compatibility. Read our guide to choosing a rehab or call (833) 589-6933 to talk it through.
Will my insurance cover treatment? Most private plans and Medicaid cover substance use treatment when it's medically necessary, but benefits vary by plan and network. Call (833) 589-6933 for a free, confidential benefits check.
Talk to an admissions specialist
Free and confidential. We connect you with a licensed treatment provider's admissions team.
Calls to (833) 589-6933 are answered by StartDrugRehab LLC, a free, confidential admissions service. StartDrugRehab LLC is not a treatment facility and may connect callers with partner treatment providers. Facility listings are based on public data from SAMHSA and are not endorsements.
Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Listings are not endorsements.