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Plum Creek Recovery Ranch

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

SAMHSA Verified Detox PHP IOP MAT Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Pregnancy · Postpartum Adolescent · Teen Young Adults

Detox · PHP · IOP · MAT center · in Cardiff by the Sea, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves veterans, adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

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Key takeaways for Plum Creek Recovery Ranch

  • Detox · PHP · IOP · MAT offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Private insurance
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Plum Creek Recovery Ranch

Situated on 200 acres of Texas hill country, Plum Creek Recovery Ranch provides dual diagnosis addiction treatment for adult men and women. Plum Creek Recovery Ranch's program is 30 days with a "step down," virtual intensive outpatient program included in their aftercare services. Plum Creek Recovery Ranch treats the issues that surround the addiction and address any underlying mental health issues. During treatment, clients will engage in traditional talk therapy combined with 12-Step facilitation or SMART meetings, family counseling, and gender-specific group therapy. Plum Creek Recovery Ranch also offers a wide variety of holistic services such as nutritional counseling, Tai Chi, yoga, art therapy, and equine therapy. A typical day includes morning health and wellness activities, curriculum work, and journaling. This is followed by expressive arts therapy, physical fitness, 12-Step/SMART meetings, and ending with daily reflection time.
Plum Creek Recovery Ranch expansive campus offers the peace and serenity needed for long-term recovery. The Ranch was designed with the client's comfort in mind. The main house includes spacious bedrooms, along with smaller group rooms, a meditations space, and a cafe with chef-curated meals. Outside the main house is a beautiful pool with a water feature, a fully equipped gym, a bocci ball court, walking trails, and pagodas that overlook the on-site lake. Plum Creek Recovery Ranch is a well-rounded program, and clients can expect personalized treatment plans with a caring staff and plenty of space for growth and recovery.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Plum Creek Recovery Ranch at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Detox · PHP · IOP · MAT · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient, Outpatient detoxification, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment

Therapy approaches

Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Adults

Special populations

Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Veterans, Active duty military, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients

Medications used

Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medication for mental disorders +1 more

Recovery support services

Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training

Facility operation

Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

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Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Plum Creek Recovery Ranch accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Plum Creek Recovery Ranch accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (844) 903-2339 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Plum Creek Recovery Ranch offer?
This facility offers: Detox, PHP, IOP, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient detoxification, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification.
Does Plum Creek Recovery Ranch have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Veterans, Active duty military, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.
What therapy methods does Plum Creek Recovery Ranch use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Plum Creek Recovery Ranch?
Call the facility directly at (844) 903-2339 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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