Star Vista detox in Burlingame, California, is unused after its October closure, leaving the county with only one operating detoxification facility. This closure, coupled with a Medi-Cal reform changing payment methods for addiction treatment, has forced providers to cut programs.
Star Vista detox in Burlingame, Calif. sits unused Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, after its Oct. closure, leaving San Mateo County with only one operating detoxification facility for addicted people to safely transition off drugs and alcohol.
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