Your treatment begins with an assessment and an individualized treatment plan. If you start with the opioid treatment program, this will include the use of suboxone, Vivitrol, and methadone to treat withdrawal symptoms, eliminate drug cravings, and sustain recovery. During this program you can also expect to engage in individual, group, and family counseling sessions.
Several types of intensive therapy options are available depending on your needs. Group therapy sessions are organized by experience, like trauma or addiction, a particular illness, or symptom management. Psychiatric care may given if you need medication management and coordinated care for symptom relief.
Case management services are available for you if you’re struggling with mental illness. This service includes coordination of health and social services.
Former clients have called Meridian an excellent healthcare facility with caring staff members. Other clients mention long wait times.
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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.
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.
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.
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Telehealth The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.
Drug rehab in Florida provides quality treatment to help individuals overcome dependency related to a wide range of addictive substances. Programs address both the physical and mental aspects of addiction in order to help you make a full recovery.
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.
In Florida, substance abuse treatment focuses on treating mental health and substance use disorders concurrently to improve recovery outcomes and overall health. Levels of care include medical detox, outpatient, residential treatment, and intensive outpatient programs. Clinicians utilize evidence-based therapies such as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) or medication-assisted treatment, group therapy, and skills training activities. This comprehensive approach to treatment helps to ensure sustained recovery.
In Florida, dual-diagnosis addiction treatment treats mental health and substance use disorders concurrently to enhance successful recovery outcomes and improve overall health. Specialized rehab programs include medical detox, outpatient, residential treatment, and intensive outpatient programs. Using evidence-based therapies, like dialectical behavioral therapy or medication-assisted treatment, clinicians successfully treat dual-diagnosis addiction and mental health conditions. Other activities include group therapy and skills training, to equip you with the skills required to achieve and sustain your recovery.
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.
Therapists who apply cognitive behavioral therapy in Florida believe patient thoughts and behaviors are closely linked. They use this treatment method to help clients change their thought patterns so they can also change behaviors and break free from substance abuse.
Dialectical behavior therapy in Florida consists of individual therapy and group instruction. This structured program is a form of psychotherapy that incorporates the development of skills for managing emotions and relationships.
Individual therapy often includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This is a structured approach to identifying and changing negative thought patterns. During therapy you learn how what you think drives your actions so you can develop healthier coping strategies to manage addiction triggers and reduce drug use.
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The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.
CARF Accreditation: Yes
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.
SAMHSA Listed: Yes
State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.
State License: Florida
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Chiefland, FL 32626
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I want to go ahead and thank every person at meridian for all they help they have helped me more then anyone in years these ladies are so nice reliable dependable and they really care about they clients and their job each one should get a raise and they deserve the best life ...
They have literally saved our lives, from deep dark dispair in the chemical world to seeing the light and coming up out of that hole it's been life changing we couldn't have done it without their help! Problem now you can't get through on the phone line
I haven’t ever felt so comfortable with a doctor. The staff is amazing!
I go in on Monday mornings for my weekly methadone. I just love Amy ,Tamber and all the ladies who work here in the local otp office. Im so glad I switch years back to here instead of Gainesville. I'd give 10 stars if I could
The lady at the first desk should be fired meridian doesn't care about no one only about themselves
Today I had an appointment at 8:20 a.m. with Miss Jennifer tuck. Little did I know it would be almost twenty minutes before I would actually get to see her. I don't know about this office but I know some doctors have a protocol that if we're late that we get charged a fee because we're late or because we don't show. Our time is just as valuable as the doctors and we should CHARGE YOU when you are more than 15 minutes late. I chose the morning appointment so I would not be late for work. But I did not know it was going to take 20 minutes after my schedule time to be seen. I can see maybe 5 minutes late because your last appointment needs to talk about certain things. However I do believe you should be as close to on time as possible. If you cannot be on time you should tell your person below you that does the triage about any inconveniences you might be seeing. I didn't even get an apology which makes me even more upset. Dr. Tuck please next time apologize as it would make the inconvenience a little bit better. I have never ever had any issue except for today. Also called to speak to the office manager this morning. She was on a call. So they said to give my number as she could give me a call back. I told them I would be available after work at 2:30. No one called me yet. So I call and for the operator to not LISTEN to what has been said and asking questions that have already been answered. I told the lady to listen to the call then. I waited 40 minutes on the phone to speak to the office manager. Then she is rude and hangs up. She doesn't need her job apparently. I asked for the office manager to call, they need to call.
This office is a life-saver! I also transferred from Gainesville as well, once I was setup there it was smooth sailing! All staff members I interacted with we're very professional and helpful and instrumental to my road to recovery & mental stability! If you need a MAT program then I highly recommend Meridian! Sincerely, Thomas Lee Allen Sr CSS
Excellent Healthcare facility..... the phych clinic is exceptional and they really go above and beyond to make sure you are ok. I have been using Meridian for years and I have no complaints. They have always done a good job for me. 5 stars!
I am glad my friend pointed me in the direction of the meridian. I am deffinatley a better person today than I was 8 yrs ago. They have helped me to stay on track and I appreciate doc. Austin, the group I attend every month and especially my person Carrie I do a one on one council with. Thank you so very much. I really love you guys!
Very helpful and confident
I transferred from Gainesville Meridian a few months ago and I'm very happy I did😃The staff is Awesome, the building has been newly renovated, it's always clean and sanitary, I only go on Tue and I've never had to wait longer then 5-10 mins to dose ( there are 2 dosing windows but due to social distancing only 1 person can go back at a time) If all OTP clinics were like this there would be ALOT more successful recoverys 🌟OTP treatment saved my life🌟 I've been in recovery successfully since NOV 2012😉🌟
Staff is helpful and kind. Only dislike not having a patient portal setup at this location. And that refills take 48+hours to get to my pharmacy.
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