
Col C David Merkel MD
Veterans Residential Program
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
Full Address
444 Kiwassa Lake Road
Saranac Lake, New York 12983
Phone Numbers
Main: 518-891-8387
Hours
24/7 - Always Available
Col C David Merkel MD
444 Kiwassa Lake Road, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Col C David Merkel MD in Saranac Lake, NY provides comprehensive detoxification and substance use treatment in residential settings, specializing in dual diagnosis care for adults with co-occurring mental health and addiction issues. The facility offers evidence-based therapies including CBT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused counseling, with particular expertise serving military personnel, veterans, and individuals with complex needs like chronic pain or HIV/AIDS. Accredited by CARF and state agencies, this center delivers integrated care addressing the root causes of addiction.
Key Highlights
- Specialized dual diagnosis treatment for co-occurring substance use and serious mental health conditions
- Dedicated programs for military, veterans, and families, plus trauma and intimate partner violence survivors
- Multiple residential levels (short-term to long-term) with evidence-based modalities including telemedicine options
- State and federal accreditation ensuring quality care standards and comprehensive detoxification protocols
Who This Facility Serves
This facility best serves adults—particularly military personnel, veterans, and their families—who struggle with substance use alongside mental health conditions, trauma histories, or chronic pain. It is ideal for individuals requiring intensive residential treatment and those with complex medical or psychological needs.

This facility accepts various insurance plans. Contact them directly to verify coverage for your specific plan.
Col C David Merkel MD
444 Kiwassa Lake Road, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
| Type of Care | Detoxification, Substance use treatment, Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children |
| Service Settings | Long-term residential, Residential/24-hour residential, Short-term residential |
| Medications Offered | Buprenorphine used in Treatment, Naltrexone used in Treatment |
Accepted Payment Methods
Age Groups
Adults, Seniors, Young Adults
Gender
Male
Based on available information, this facility accepts Medicaid, Private health insurance. However, insurance coverage can vary by plan and individual circumstances. Please contact the facility directly to verify if your specific insurance plan is accepted and what services are covered.
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