ASAM Level 3.7
Medically monitored intensive inpatient addiction treatment with 24-hour nursing care and physician availability.
Full Definition
ASAM Level 3.7 represents medically monitored intensive inpatient treatment that provides 24-hour nursing care and daily physician availability in a hospital or specialized residential setting. This level of care is designed for individuals who require medical monitoring due to complications from withdrawal, co-occurring medical conditions, or psychiatric symptoms that could compromise safety during treatment. In addition to medical oversight, programming includes intensive addiction counseling, group therapy, psychoeducational sessions, and comprehensive discharge planning. Clients at this level often have complex medical histories, severe withdrawal syndromes, or significant psychiatric comorbidities requiring integrated treatment approaches.
Usage
Usage note: Higher medical supervision than Level 3.5 but less intensive than Level 4.0; emphasize medical monitoring aspect in documentation.
In Context
- "The client required ASAM Level 3.7 care due to a history of complicated alcohol withdrawal and underlying cardiac conditions." — Medical necessity documentation
- "The hospital's ASAM Level 3.7 unit integrated addiction treatment with management of the client's diabetes and hypertension." — Integrated care planning