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10 Best Intensive Outpatient Programs in San Diego, CA (2026)
We list 14 intensive outpatient programs 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 0 Inpatient / residential 4 Accept Medicaid Ranking updated October 2026 · Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov licensing data · How we rank
Intensive Outpatient (IOP): the basics
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) is addiction treatment that meets several times a week for a few hours at a time while you live at home. Adult programs commonly provide about 9 to 19 hours of therapy a week, often for several weeks to a few months. IOP fits people who need more than weekly counseling but not 24-hour care. Read the full guide →
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2026 rankings
Top 10 intensive outpatient programs 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 San Diego, CA
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 47 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicare, and TRICARE.
View details → 2 San Diego, CA
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 117 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 3 BR San Diego, CA
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 94 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 4 San Diego, CA
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 155 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance and self-pay.
View details → 5 San Diego, CA
8.0 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.0 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 25 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 6 San Diego, CA
7.9 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.9 out of 10
★ 4.8Google 44 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 7 San Diego, CA
7.8 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.8 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 9 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 8 San Diego, CA
7.7 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.7 out of 10
★ 4.4Google 29 reviews
Best for: Intensive outpatient care Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers PHP, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, TRICARE, and self-pay.
View details → 9 San Diego, CA
7.4 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10
★ 3.7Google 147 reviews
Best for: Supervised detox Joint Commission
Why it made our list: Joint Commission accredited; offers detox, IOP, MAT, and dual diagnosis care; accepts private insurance, Medicare, and TRICARE.
View details → 10 San Diego, CA
6.7 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.7 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 1 review
Best for: Supervised detox
Why it made our list: Offers detox, IOP, outpatient care, and MAT; accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and self-pay.
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All intensive outpatient programs in San Diego, CA
7.4 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.4 out of 10
★ 3.7Google 147 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Detox
Hospital Inpatient
Intensive Outpatient
+3 more
Payment accepted
Medicare · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 155 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+3 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 94 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+3 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 47 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+3 more
Payment accepted
Medicare · Private insurance · TRICARE +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
7.7 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.7 out of 10
★ 4.4Google 29 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+2 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
8.0 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.0 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 25 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Not listed
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+2 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay +1 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
7.8 Very good StartDrugRehab Score 7.8 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 9 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
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 44 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
Medication-Assisted Treatment
+1 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
8.4 Excellent StartDrugRehab Score 8.4 out of 10
★ 4.9Google 117 reviews
Joint Commission accredited
Setting Outpatient
Operator Private
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Partial Hospitalization
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+2 more
Payment accepted
Private insurance · TRICARE · Self-pay
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
6.7 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.7 out of 10
★ 5.0Google 1 review
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Detox
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+3 more
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Private insurance · Self-pay +2 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
6.6 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.6 out of 10
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Detox
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+3 more
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
6.6 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.6 out of 10
Setting In/Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Detox
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
+3 more
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Sliding scale +1 more
“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.
6.5 Good StartDrugRehab Score 6.5 out of 10
Setting Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Offered
Levels of care
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
Medication-Assisted Treatment
+2 more
Payment accepted
Medicaid · Medicare · Private insurance +3 more
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
5.8 Fair StartDrugRehab Score 5.8 out of 10
★ 4.3Google 3 reviews
Setting Outpatient
Operator Nonprofit
MAT Not listed
Levels of care
Intensive Outpatient
Outpatient
Dual Diagnosis
+1 more
Payment accepted
State-funded
“Get help” calls our free helpline, not this facility.
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Frequently asked questions How many intensive outpatient programs are in San Diego, CA? We list 14 intensive outpatient programs 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.