The psychiatrist assigned to me could barely understand my language and my feelings. They only throw meds at you, staff is completely rude
About Meridian Health Services
Portland, Indiana is a growing community surrounded by rural landscapes and farmlands. On the city’s outskirts is the behavioral health facility Meridian Health Services. If you’re someone who’s experiencing struggles with your mental health or have a substance use disorder then you’ll find supportive care here.
They accept policies from Medicaid and Medicare. If you’re unable to afford care then there are sliding fee discounts available based on your income. Visits can happen in person in their Portland clinic or over the phone through a telehealth appointment.
Some of the services you’ll find here include a community response team for immediate care and counseling services to help you work through behavioral health challenges. There is also medication assisted treatment (MAT) as well.
Their mental health services are a good starting point for individuals who aren’t sure where to turn for addiction struggles. You’ll go through a detailed evaluation and start the appropriate
recovery program. They have specialized services for youth, women and veterans.
Their program for mothers and newborns who might be experiencing addiction symptoms is one of the most critical here. You’ll be supported through education, comprehensive treatment and connections to other community resources to other social supports as you start this new chapter in life.
Through this program and others, you can start building the skills to lead a sober life. You’ll work with professionals through their group counseling services and peer support will help you build a community you can turn to when you need care the most.
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I had a wonderful experience with my counselor Brenda Pensinger.Together we where able to work through some things I have been trying to get past for over 30, years.
They drop cases without notice, and if they are your payee good luck getting your SSI back from them... And don't let the case managers or case workers watch your pets because they're not going to give them back... They're going to make up any kind of excuse not to give them back.
Beware. I chose to go here for family therapy. We went for about 6 months to help manage my 13 y old cope with my divorce with his mother. Spoke with a child psychiatrist that I could barely understand because of a thick foreign accent via computer screens. Psychiatrist just wanted to throw meds at my teenager despite advising there wasn t anything medically wrong. Licensed clinical therapist completely undermined any parenting in the household. Staff is completely rude. I chose to stop treatment against advisement of licensed clinical therapist who went on to testify in family court that I was neglecting him by stopping the treatment. Then had the nerve to bill me for testifying against me!!
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Accepted Insurance
Other Forms of Payment
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Intensive Outpatient Persons who require high-level support but who do not wish to leave their homes or communities may enroll in an intensive outpatient program (IOP). Clients typically commit to a minimum of nine treatment hours across three therapeutic sessions per week, but many programs offer up to 20 hours of care weekly. Most intensive outpatient rehabs provide a combination of psychotherapy, recovery education, and holistic care. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is widely available for those in alcohol or opioid recovery.
Aftercare Support Clients receiving support in a rehab aftercare program have completed inpatient care and may also be preparing to exit formal outpatient care. Outpatient services are typically categorized as rehab aftercare, but these services often continue beyond the cessation of formal treatment. Rehab aftercare services are designed to promote life-long recovery through comprehensive, wraparound care, which may include medical, mental health, and social services. These programs are usually created in collaboration with the client's case manager and care team.
Medically Assisted Detox When removing addictive substances from your body under the care of licensed medical professionals, the process is called medically assisted detox. Once you've become physically dependent on substances like alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines, quitting can be uncomfortable or even dangerous. To minimize risks to your health and overall discomfort, a team of medical professionals monitors you 24/7 and provides medications if necessary (like Suboxone or methadone) to ease potential symptoms of withdrawal.
Inpatient Inpatient rehab provides intensive, round-the-clock care and is designed primarily for clients who have just completed detox, those in early recovery, and those at an increased risk of relapse. Inpatient treatment typically includes extensive psychotherapy that draws on various modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing. Clients also learn the recovery-focused life skills needed to promote sustained recovery. Many inpatient drug rehabs also offer evidence-based holistic therapies like meditation, yoga, massage, and experiential therapy.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Clinical Services
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
Staff
Seth Warren
President & CEO
Beth Clark
VP of Marketing & Development
Jeffrey Zeh
Regional VP
Kellie Pearson-CarrollVP of Human Resources
Ed.M.
Rob Woods
CIO
Dr. Sarfraz Khan, MD, CPE, MAAPL, DFAPA
CMO
Jennifer Henderson, MHA, PCMH CCE
VP of Primary Care
Lisa Suttle, RN-BC, MS
Regional VP of Clinical Services
Scott Riggs
CFO
Contact Information
(260) 726-9348 
931 West Water Street
Portland, IN 47371
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