09/04/2026
A Partial Hospitalization Program provides at least 20 hours of structured treatment each week.
An Intensive Outpatient Program provides 9 to 19 hours.
Both let you sleep at home, and both cost less than residential care.
The real difference is how much of your week treatment takes, and how much support you need between sessions.
Moving from one level to the other, in either direction, is a normal part of recovery.
Learn more:
https://sproutrecovery.com/blog/php-vs-iop-understanding-the-key-differences-and-choosing-the-right-level-of-care/