The ASAM levels of care provide a standardized, national framework for addiction medicine to match each individual with the most appropriate treatment intensity. We use the ASAM Criteria to move away from a one-size-fits-all model, ensuring you receive personalized support based on a thorough assessment of your specific medical, emotional, and social needs.

The continuum of care is divided into several primary levels:

• Level 0.5: Early Intervention: Designed for individuals at risk who do not yet meet the diagnostic criteria for a substance use disorder. The focus here is on education and prevention.
• Level 1: Outpatient Services: A structured level of care for mild-to-moderate addiction, involving fewer than nine hours of weekly programming. This allows you to maintain work and family responsibilities while receiving evidence-based support.
• Level 2: Intensive Outpatient (IOP) & Partial Hospitalization (PHP): These levels provide more structure for those needing increased support. IOP (Level 2.1) typically involves 9 to 20 hours of treatment weekly, while PHP (Level 2.5) offers 20 or more hours per week, serving as a flexible step between outpatient and residential care.
• Level 3: Residential/Inpatient Services: Provides 24-hour structured care in a non-hospital, live-in environment for moderate to severe addiction.
• Level 4: Medically Managed Intensive Inpatient: The highest level of care, featuring 24-hour nursing and daily physician involvement in a hospital setting for severe withdrawal or medical instability.

At our facility in Easton, PA, we believe in treating the whole person. We offer accredited outpatient services, including PHP and IOP, that align with these national standards to help you heal, grow, connect, and live fully. Because every journey is unique, we encourage you to consult a healthcare professional for personalized recommendations, as results may vary.

• ASAM Levels of Care for Addiction: Complete Guide 2026