How is a 72-hour evaluation different from a standard drug and alcohol assessment?

A 72-hour evaluation is a comprehensive, multi-day assessment that provides a much deeper understanding of substance use, mental health, and overall clinical needs than a standard assessment. Over three days, our multidisciplinary team gathers information through interviews, psychological testing, medical evaluation, laboratory testing when appropriate, collateral information, and clinical observation to develop detailed findings and recommendations.

Does insurance cover a 72-hour evaluation?

Insurance often covers a 72-hour evaluation when it is medically necessary, although coverage depends on your specific health plan and benefits. Before scheduling, our admissions team can verify your benefits, explain your coverage, and review any expected out-of-pocket costs.

What report will I receive after the evaluation?

You'll receive a formal written clinical report summarizing the evaluation findings, diagnoses, risk assessment, and recommended next steps. When appropriate, the report may also be shared with referring professionals, licensing boards, or monitoring programs to support treatment, monitoring, or return-to-practice decisions.

Can I schedule the evaluation to minimize time away from work?

Yes. Our admissions team works with you to schedule the three-day evaluation as efficiently as possible, including coordinating start dates and travel plans when appropriate to minimize time away from work.

Who typically needs a 72-hour evaluation?

A 72-hour evaluation is designed for individuals who need a more comprehensive assessment than a standard substance use evaluation can provide. This may include licensed professionals referred by licensing boards or Professional Health Programs, as well as individuals with complex substance use, co-occurring mental health conditions, or conflicting previous assessments.

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72-Hour Evaluation, Sixteen Mile Stand, OH

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When you need clear answers before making treatment or professional decisions, a brief intake assessment may not provide enough information. A 72-hour evaluation near Sixteen Mile Stand gives our clinical team three days to evaluate substance use, mental health, physical health, and other factors before making evidence-based treatment recommendations.

Our addiction treatment center near Sixteen Mile Stand conducts physician-directed evaluations for individuals concerned about their substance use, seeking guidance for a loved one, or referred by a physician, attorney, employer, or professional monitoring program. By gathering clinical information over three days instead of a single appointment, we can develop a more complete understanding of your needs and recommend the level of care that best fits your situation.

At the end of your evaluation, you’ll receive clear clinical recommendations that help you and those involved in your care make informed decisions with confidence. If additional treatment is recommended, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of the next steps and the level of care that best supports your recovery.

A Structured Three-Day Evaluation Supports More Informed Clinical Recommendations

A 72-hour evaluation gives us the time we need to complete a thorough assessment before we make important clinical recommendations. Instead of relying on a single intake appointment, our multidisciplinary team works together over three days to evaluate substance use, co-occurring mental health conditions, physical health, and other factors that may affect your diagnosis and recommended level of care.

Throughout the evaluation, physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, addiction specialists, and other behavioral health professionals each contribute their clinical expertise. Medical findings, psychiatric evaluations, psychological testing, substance use assessments, treatment history, and other relevant clinical information are reviewed together to develop a more complete understanding of your situation than a single assessment alone can provide.

Once the evaluation is complete, our multidisciplinary team reviews the findings and develops clear clinical recommendations based on the information gathered throughout the three-day process. These recommendations help individuals, families, referral sources, and professional monitoring programs make informed decisions about the most appropriate next steps.

Recognized as an Official 72-Hour Assessment Provider by Multiple Ohio Licensing Boards

Our 72-hour evaluation program is recognized as an official assessment provider by multiple Ohio licensing boards. This recognition allows eligible licensed professionals to complete evaluations that satisfy board or professional monitoring requirements when applicable, supporting important licensing, treatment, and return-to-practice decisions.

Our assessment program is recognized by organizations, including:

State Medical Board of Ohio
Ohio State Dental Board
Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board
Ohio State Board of Optometry
Ohio State Chiropractic Board

For licensed professionals, this recognition provides access to a comprehensive, independent evaluation completed by an experienced multidisciplinary team. When appropriate, participants receive clear clinical findings and recommendations, and documentation may be provided to referring professionals or monitoring organizations as part of the evaluation process.

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The Ridge

6020 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213, United States

Monday

9 AM – 5 PM

Tuesday

9 AM – 5 PM

Wednesday

9 AM – 5 PM

Thursday

9 AM – 5 PM

Friday

9 AM – 5 PM

Saturday

9 AM – 5 PM

Sunday

9 AM – 5 PM

Please call (877) 395-6494 to check for availability and schedule an appointment

A Comprehensive Evaluation Helps Determine the Most Appropriate Level of Care

The purpose of a 72-hour evaluation is to develop a clear understanding of your diagnosis, treatment needs, and the level of care that best supports your situation. Our multidisciplinary team reviews the findings from your medical, psychiatric, psychological, and substance use assessments before developing individualized clinical recommendations.

Depending on the findings, recommendations may include medical detox, inpatient rehab, a partial hospitalization program (PHP), an intensive outpatient program (IOP), or other medical and behavioral health services. Every recommendation is based on the information gathered throughout the three-day evaluation and your individual clinical needs.

When treatment is recommended, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of the recommended level of care and the clinical reasons supporting that recommendation. This helps individuals, families, physicians, attorneys, employers, and professional monitoring programs move forward with greater confidence.

A Private Residential Setting Supports Focused, Confidential Evaluations

Our 72-hour evaluation is completed on a private 51-acre residential campus in Milford, just minutes from Sixteen Mile Stand. The campus provides a quiet, structured setting for a comprehensive clinical assessment away from many of the distractions of everyday life.

Completing the evaluation in one location allows the assessment to be conducted over three consecutive days without the interruptions that can occur when appointments are spread across multiple visits. This residential approach provides continuity throughout the evaluation while supporting a focused clinical experience.

For licensed professionals, executives, and others concerned about privacy, our campus offers a confidential setting throughout the evaluation. Whether you seek an evaluation independently or through a referral, you’ll complete the assessment in an environment designed to support discretion, comfort, and focused participation.

Professional Health Program Referrals Require Specialized 72-Hour Evaluations

Professional Health Programs (PHPs) are specialized monitoring programs that help licensed professionals address substance use, mental health, and other health concerns that may affect their ability to practice safely. As part of this process, some participants are referred for a comprehensive 72-hour evaluation before decisions are made regarding treatment, monitoring, or a return to professional practice.

Our program accepts referrals from Professional Health Programs, including the Ohio Physicians Health Program (PHP), and other professional monitoring organizations. We also provide evaluations for licensed professionals completing requirements associated with Ohio’s One Bite Rule, when applicable.

Because these referrals may influence professional licensure, monitoring agreements, and return-to-practice decisions, they require a thorough, independent assessment supported by comprehensive medical, psychiatric, psychological, and substance use findings. Participants and referral sources receive clear clinical documentation that supports informed decision-making based on the evaluation results.

Driving Directions to Our Milford Treatment Center

Our addiction treatment center is located about 15 minutes from Sixteen Mile Stand and is easily accessible via I-275 East. Free on-site parking is available, including a wheelchair-accessible parking area and entrance.

Driving Directions from Sixteen Mile Stand:

Head southwest on US-22 W/Montgomery Road toward E Kemper Road.
Turn left to merge onto I-275 East toward OH-32/Kentucky.
Continue on I-275 East for approximately 9 miles.
Take Exit 59 for OH-450/US-50 toward Milford/Hillsboro.
Turn right onto US-50 East.
Turn right onto Whitney Drive.
Turn left onto W TechneCenter Drive.
Continue into the office complex.
The destination will be on your left.

Whether you’re traveling from Sixteen Mile Stand, Symmes Township, Montgomery, or nearby communities, our Milford location offers convenient access to comprehensive addiction and mental health treatment.

Common Questions About 72-Hour Evaluation Near Sixteen Mile Stand, OH

How is a 72-hour evaluation different from a standard drug and alcohol assessment?

A 72-hour evaluation is a comprehensive, multi-day assessment that provides a much deeper understanding of substance use, mental health, and overall clinical needs than a standard assessment. Over three days, our multidisciplinary team gathers information through interviews, psychological testing, medical evaluation, laboratory testing when appropriate, collateral information, and clinical observation to develop detailed findings and recommendations.
Does insurance cover a 72-hour evaluation?

Insurance often covers a 72-hour evaluation when it is medically necessary, although coverage depends on your specific health plan and benefits. Before scheduling, our admissions team can verify your benefits, explain your coverage, and review any expected out-of-pocket costs.
What report will I receive after the evaluation?

You’ll receive a formal written clinical report summarizing the evaluation findings, diagnoses, risk assessment, and recommended next steps. When appropriate, the report may also be shared with referring professionals, licensing boards, or monitoring programs to support treatment, monitoring, or return-to-practice decisions.
Can I schedule the evaluation to minimize time away from work?

Yes. Our admissions team works with you to schedule the three-day evaluation as efficiently as possible, including coordinating start dates and travel plans when appropriate to minimize time away from work.
Who typically needs a 72-hour evaluation?

A 72-hour evaluation is designed for individuals who need a more comprehensive assessment than a standard substance use evaluation can provide. This may include licensed professionals referred by licensing boards or Professional Health Programs, as well as individuals with complex substance use, co-occurring mental health conditions, or conflicting previous assessments.

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