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I sat in the waiting room for half an hour to be seen, and I couldn't even get a pill for the pain that I was feeling. Absolutely slow, does it need to take that long if I've been here before?
About Ascension NE Wisconsin – St. Elizabeth Campus
Ascension NE Wisconsin – St. Elizabeth Hospital is in Appleton, Wisconsin. This is a critical care hospital that provides many specialty services, including detoxification, addiction and inpatient mental health treatment for co-occurring disorders. The hospital accepts insurance from most major health plans, as well as Medicaid and Medicare.
They have financial counselors who can help you with insurance and they offer some financial assistance. The hospital is easy to reach from State Highway 441 (WIS 441). The substance use treatment program serves adolescents and adults.
Secure and Comfortable Addiction Treatment Environment in Wisconsin
St. Elizabeth Campus offers a comfortable environment for individuals in the addiction treatment program. There are private or semi-private rooms with spacious communal areas for group therapy and socializing. Clinicians utilize a holistic approach with a multidisciplinary team for an integrated treatment experience.
Clients are in a secure unit with supervision around the clock. The facility is part of a large healthcare network, so you or your loved one will have access to comprehensive medical resources.
Caring and Compassionate Staff
Clients have noted that the staff is compassionate and caring. The staff has received positive feedback from clients, remarking that the clinical support was thorough and the admissions process was efficient. Others have said the care team was attentive and professional.
Individuals in the addiction and mental health treatment program have access to a chapel and other quiet meditation spaces. This is important for many clients whose recovery may be faith based.
While in the program, individuals have access to local walking trails, where there are opportunities for nature outings beneficial to the healing process. The facility is near downtown and close to the Fox River, City Park, and Jones Park.
Facility Overview
332 Number of Available Beds
15 - 30 Avg Length of Stay in Days
Latest Reviews
I’ve taken my son there multiple times and every time it’s worse than the last. The ER staff called CPS on me because they did not have a bed for my son after they told us they did. We had already spent four hours and my son was starving. I was gonna take him home. They then proceeded to refuse to give us the release paperwork. So I was reported because they couldn’t do their job. I will never step foot in that Hospital again
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Thank you for the feedback. We would like to work with you directly, so could you please complete this form https://healthcare.ascension.org/feedback and we will reach out? Thank you. -Ascension Wisconsin Community Manager
The hospital is very clean and calming. The staff are amazing and confident about what they do. Every single encounter so far has exceeded my expectations.
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
We think we have an incredible staff too! It's always nice to see messages like this. -Ascension Wisconsin Community Manager
We are from out of town and I had an Emergency Dept. visit early morning on 9/18. Dr. Shannon Faehling was thorough, compassionate, and spent the time necessary to order the correct tests and get to the bottom of my issue. Dr. Faehling’s care was among the best I’ve EVER received at a care facility. The entire night staff that I encountered on my visit was kind, caring and timely. I commend them for their passion to their patients and healthcare.
Response from the owner3 weeks ago
Your feedback is important to us, and we really appreciate you taking the time to share it. Thank you! -Ascension Wisconsin Community Manager 
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Accepted Insurance
Other Forms of Payment
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.
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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient
Inpatient rehab is designed to stabilize clients who are exiting detox or those who are in some form of crisis. They are an important preliminary step designed to prepare clients for outpatient, sober living, or community-based care. Clients live at the treatment center and engage in intensive addiction counseling. Group and family therapy is common. Many programs also emphasize recovery-focused life skills training to support clients' sustained sobriety. Some programs offer evidence-based holistic therapies, such as meditation.
Outpatient
Clients who are admitted to an outpatient rehab may be stepping down from intensive inpatient care or may be transitioning directly from a detox facility. Outpatient treatment enables clients to remain in or return to their home, workplace, and community without compromising access to care. Clients engage in addiction counseling and recovery education and may also receive evidence-based complementary therapies, such as yoga, acupuncture, and massage. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is commonly available for clients in alcohol and/or opioid recovery.
Partial Hospitalization Program
A partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers short-term intensive care for drug and alcohol addiction. Often part of a step-down service, PHP treatment allows you to attend treatment on-site during the day, then return home during non-treatment hours. Plans of care typically include relapse prevention, medication management, and behavioral therapy services. Depending on your progress, the duration of a PHP can average 90 days with daily sessions running 4-8 hours per week. Most insurance providers fully or partially cover PHP treatment.
Intensive Outpatient
Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) support clients' return to their community following inpatient treatment and may also offer an alternative to hospitalization for clients who are relatively stable following detox. Many intensive outpatient rehabs require clients to participate in a minimum of nine and a maximum of 20 treatment hours weekly. IOP services are also highly customizable and typically include a combination of addiction counseling, recovery-focused life skills training, medication assisted treatment (MAT), and holistic therapies such as meditation.
Treatments
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.
The goal of drug rehab in Wisconsin is to address drug addiction as a complex issue that involves physical, mental, and relational aspects. During rehab, treatment focuses on each of these areas and gives you the tools you need to achieve and maintain sobriety.
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.
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.
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.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Clinical Services
As a form of substance use treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy in Wisconsin offers several advantages. The duration of this talk therapy is typically 20 sessions or less, so it can be more affordable, with quicker results. It's also offered in multiple formats, so it can be tailored to meet individual needs.
The word dialectical describes the foundation of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Meaning "opposite," the word refers to the treatment's focus on both acceptance and change. While learning to accept where you are and the emotions you're feeling, you also learn to grow and change to establish healthier patterns in your life.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Proper nutrition is essential to addiction recovery. That's why nutrition therapy is often included in drug rehab in Wisconsin. This treatment will help you relearn good self care habits such as meal planning and maintaining a nutritious diet.
Conflict resolution and stress are common triggers for addictive behavior. Within a group therapy setting, participants learn to practice essential skills to improve relationships, manage conflict, and reduce stress. Each of these is a crucial factor in maintaining recovery.
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Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Joseph R. Impicciche, JD, MHA
CEO
Eduardo Conrado
President
Michelle H. Kohler, PhD
Executive VP & Chief Human Resources Officer, Ascension
Amber Sims, MBA
Executive VP and Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, Ascension
Tom VanOsdol, MS, MA, FACHE
Executive VP & Chief Mission Integration Officer, Ascension
Dr.Richard Fogel, MD, FACC, FHRS
Executive VP & Chief Clinical Officer, Ascension
Saurabh Tripathi
Executive VP & CFO,Ascension
Eric S. Engler
Executive VP & Chief of Staff, Ascension
Accreditations
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
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: Wisconsin
Contact Information
1506 South Oneida Street
Appleton, WI 54915
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