Now accepting new clients across Iowa most insurance accepted.(319) 270-2890
A confidential clinical evaluation that tells you whether a substance use disorder is present and what level of care, if any, is recommended.
A substance abuse assessment is a structured clinical evaluation that determines whether a substance use disorder is present and what level of care, if any, is recommended. Radix Recovery provides confidential assessments for court-ordered, OWI/DUI, workplace and EAP, and family-requested situations, using ASAM placement criteria, and connects the results directly to a treatment plan when one is needed.
Confidential scheduling
Evaluations use the recognized placement standard.
Documentation for courts, attorneys, and probation.
A private evaluation with clear next steps.
Results link directly to a treatment plan.
Last Reviewed
July 2026
A substance abuse assessment is a formal clinical evaluation conducted by a qualified professional to determine whether a substance use disorder is present, how severe it is, and what level of care is appropriate. It is more thorough than an online quiz: it combines a structured clinical interview, standardized screening tools, and a review of history to produce a clear, documented recommendation.
People come to us for an assessment for many reasons, some by choice and some by requirement. Whatever brings you here, the evaluation itself is confidential, respectful, and designed to give you an honest, useful picture and a clear next step.
An assessment is more thorough than an online quiz. It produces a documented, diagnosis-level recommendation suitable for legal and treatment-planning purposes.
Bring your paperwork. For court-ordered and OWI/DUI evaluations, we explain exactly what documentation to bring when you schedule.
We conduct evaluations for a range of situations, including those with legal or workplace requirements:
Whatever brings you here, the process is respectful and the recommendation is clear and documented.
Call to schedule. We explain what to bring, especially for court-ordered or OWI evaluations with specific documentation needs.
A qualified professional conducts a structured interview and standardized screening, reviewing your history without judgment.
We determine whether a substance use disorder is present and, if so, the recommended level of care, documented clearly.
You receive the documentation you need, and if treatment is recommended, we can connect you directly to the right program.
A short, confidential conversation is all it takes to see which level of care these dimensions point to for you.
(319) 270-2890(319) 270-2890Speak With Admissions NowA trusted referral source for courts and attorneys. Attorneys, probation officers, and courts across Iowa refer clients to Radix for timely, defensible substance use evaluations. We understand what legal audiences need: clear documentation, ASAM-based recommendations, and a professional process that holds up to scrutiny. If you are facing a court requirement, we make compliance straightforward; if you are a legal professional seeking a reliable evaluation partner, our team is ready to help.
Whether the assessment is by choice or by requirement, our team makes it straightforward. Call to schedule a confidential evaluation, available 24/7.
The assessment connects to the rest of your path, from a quick self-check to a direct admission when treatment is recommended.
No gap between evaluation and help. If treatment is recommended, we connect you directly to the right level of care.
Self-check → Assessment → The right level of care
A fast, informal self-screen if you are not sure whether a formal assessment is your next step.
When a loved one will not seek an assessment on their own, a professional intervention can help.
Medically supervised withdrawal, the safe first step when an assessment recommends detox.
24/7 residential treatment when the evaluation points to a higher level of care.
Day treatment with strong clinical structure as a step down.
Flexible outpatient care that fits around work, school, and family.
Radix Recovery provides substance abuse assessments from our Cedar Rapids campus and serves residents across Iowa, coordinating court, attorney, and probation requirements throughout the state.
Our Location
~30 min
~1.5 hrs
~1.5 hrs
~1.5 hrs
~10 min
~2 hrs
~2 hrs
~2 hrs
~1.5 hrs
~1 hr
~1 hr
~3.5 hrs
~3 hrs
Move through the facility one room at a time, the living spaces, the gathering rooms, and the grounds where residents reconnect with themselves.
Radix is a listed treatment provider on Your Life Iowa, the official addiction-help resource run by the Iowa Department of Health & Human Services.
Across the Radix clinical leadership team, from the founding partners to the chief clinical officer.
Across client reviews of admissions, counseling, detox, and residential care.
The national standard for safety, treatment quality, and staff training in healthcare.
It is a formal clinical evaluation by a qualified professional to determine whether a substance use disorder is present, how severe it is, and what level of care is recommended. It combines a structured interview, standardized screening, and history review into a documented recommendation.
It is an assessment required by a court, attorney, or probation as part of a legal case. Radix provides documented, ASAM-based evaluations that meet legal requirements, handled confidentially and professionally.
In Iowa, an OWI charge often requires a substance abuse evaluation. We conduct OWI and DUI evaluations that meet legal and licensing requirements and provide the documentation you need for your case.
A qualified professional conducts a structured clinical interview and standardized screening, reviews your history, and applies ASAM criteria to determine whether a disorder is present and what level of care, if any, is recommended.
The American Society of Addiction Medicine criteria are the standard framework for matching a person to the right level of care, considering withdrawal risk, medical and psychiatric conditions, readiness to change, relapse potential, and environment.
Yes. Your evaluation is confidential and conducted with respect. For court-ordered or workplace evaluations, results are shared only as required and authorized.
Our ‘Am I a Drug Addict’ quiz is a quick, informal self-screen. A substance abuse assessment is a formal clinical evaluation that produces a documented, diagnosis-level recommendation, suitable for legal and treatment-planning purposes.
Yes. If the evaluation recommends treatment, we can connect you directly to the appropriate level of care at Radix, from detox through outpatient, with no gap between evaluation and help.
Medically reviewed by Kayla Borja Frost, LMHC, Chief Clinical Officer. This page is educational and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.
A clear, confidential assessment is the first step, whether the outcome is reassurance or a plan for treatment. Call Radix Recovery in Cedar Rapids to schedule, any time.