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St. Luke’s University Hospital – Bethlehem Campus

801 Ostrum Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
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Saint Lukes Hospital - Behavioral Health Inpatient Services PA 18015

About St. Luke’s University Hospital – Bethlehem Campus

A partial hospitalization program (PHP) exists between inpatient and residential treatment and traditional outpatient care. Clients spend most of the day in treatment at the facility and return home at night. This highly structured and intensive program is ideal for those with severe symptoms. It may include individual, group, and family counseling, relapse prevention, education groups, and relapse prevention training.

Intensive outpatient program (IOP), a step down from PHP, requires clients to meet at the facility on a regular schedule to participate in treatment. IOP typically meets less often and for shorter sessions. Clients can transition into IOP from a higher level of care, but that isn’t a requirement.

The standard outpatient program is the lowest level of outpatient care with the most flexible schedule. It typically meets less often and for shorter sessions than IOP. You’ll have more independence and opportunities to reconnect with your loved ones and community.

In all tracks, you can partake in counseling and medication management. They’ll help you find the right balance between taking prescriptions to control pain and cravings without becoming too dependent on them. That way, there’s less of a chance for a relapse.

The St. Luke University Health Network works with private insurance, but doesn’t list any accepted carriers like Anthem, Beacon, BlueCross BlueShield, and Cigna. Clients are urged to confirm coverage before enrolling, as out of network benefits may vary.

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Facility Overview

Bed icon 779
Number of Available Beds

Latest Reviews

Rebecca Coleman
1 week ago on Google
5
The ICU unit, floor 6 and the front desk at this location are amazing!! The communication was outstanding!!! All staff were passionate, informative & caring! I highly recommend this hospital.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Rebecca, thank you for sharing this wonderful feedback. We’re glad to hear the ICU team, floor 6, and our front desk made a positive impression with clear communication and caring service. We appreciate your recommendation and will share your comments with our staff.

Thank you, St. Luke’s Reputation Management Team
Trevor Dottery
2 weeks ago on Google
1
Trash nurses. Trash hospital. A lot of nurses with big mouths and big attitudes. The staff treats you with zero dignity and they prefer to spend their time hanging out with each other and gossiping.
Response from the owner1 week ago
Trevor, our goal is to provide respectful and compassionate care to every patient. We would appreciate the opportunity to learn more and address your concerns directly. Please contact us if you would like to discuss further.
mystlukes@sluhn.org

Thank you, St. Luke's Reputation Management Team
Jeremy Bielawski
1 month ago on Google
1
Folks may want to watch the Netflix documentary “Capturing the Killer Nurse” to see that this hospitals previous administrators care more for money and reputation than they do for the lives of their patients. I hope for patients sake that those who were there running the hospital in the early 2000s are fired and gone. But likely it was swept under the rug with no repercussions. It speaks volumes that each review here is followed up by a “reputation management” personnel. 🤔 Sadly however, this is the status quo of most hospitals across the country. Profits over patients. Good reputation over good service. Hide anything that makes them look bad under the rug - even at the literal expense of the lives of their patients. I have first hand experience of this myself with untrustworthy hospital admin in New York. I wonder how long it’ll take for the “reputation managers” to get this review deleted because it makes them look bad. 🤔 Hope you guys are enjoying that building they spoke about in the documentary… If you could let us all know what disciplinary actions were taken against the administrators re: that documentary though, perhaps that would help your “reputation”… 🤔 UPDATE: A movie was also made about this incident called "The Good Nurse" (Also now on Netflix) which also demonstrates the deceptive practices of this hospital (and others) who quite literally shoved murders under the rug to save their own face. And funny, it's been months since I've posted this review and unlike all the other reviews - the "reputation manager" hasn't replied. ;) One last thing: I get notifications from Google that say quite a few people have "liked" this review - however it has zero likes which show up. Slightly suspicious how people who liked it have just vanished..... EDIT: Oh look the likes reappeared after mentioning it… 🤔😉🫠😂
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Accepted Insurance

Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

St. Luke’s University Hospital – Bethlehem Campus works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient rehabs specialize in providing comprehensive care for clients who choose to remain in their homes and communities during treatment. Their services may include transitional support for clients stepping down from intensive inpatient programming. Ambulatory medical detox may be provided for clients at low risk for withdrawal complications. Many programs include evening, night, and weekend services to accommodate clients who are working professionals or caregivers. Addiction counseling and life skills training are common treatment modalities.

Inpatient rehab provides clients with an opportunity to focus solely on their sobriety away from the stressors of the home and workplace. Clients receive housing, food, and intensive clinical supervision. They also typically engage in multiple addiction counseling sessions each week, including daily individual, group, and/or family sessions. Most programs also prioritize recovery-focused life skills training, including courses in relapse prevention. Many facilities offer evidence-based holistic therapies, such as yoga and meditation.

Intervention services bring extensive experience to the planning and conducting of drug interventions in Pennsylvania. These experts can facilitate interventions in a sensitive manner that encourages positive outcomes. The goal of the intervention is to educate the individual about addiction and the consequences of their substance use and encourage them to get the treatment they need. Interventions can be effective with all types of drugs and alcohol addiction.

Because the severity of withdrawal symptoms can fluctuate, constant monitoring under 24-hour clinical care in Pennsylvania is recommended for early recovery. As you undergo detox, medical staff will supervise your health and ensure severe symptoms do not develop or threaten your life. Professional counselors will also be available to treat mental and emotional health needs.

A medical detox is the safest way to wean your body off drugs and/or alcohol in an inpatient setting. When detoxing from addictive substances, the physical and psychological side effects of withdrawal can cause mood swings, anxiety, nausea, or flu-like symptoms. In medically assisted detox, a team of medical professionals are on hand 24/7 to help alleviate potential withdrawal symptoms, administer medications to alleviate withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately keep you safe and comfortable throughout this process.

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.

Alcoholism is a syndrome of dependent alcohol use. Also called alcohol use disorder (AUD), the symptoms include craving alcohol, not being able to stop drinking, and feeling anxious or irritable when not drinking. For many people, alcohol rehab in Pennsylvania is a beneficial treatment. Programs offer many levels of care, including medical and behavioral therapies.

Drug rehab in Pennsylvania is devoted to the treatment of addiction. Levels of care, treatment methods, and settings differ, but the aim of each program is to end drug dependency and empower participants to achieve long-term recovery.

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Programs

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 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.

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

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.

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.

Family therapy teaches individual family members in Pennsylvania the benefits of collectively combating addiction. Therapists help individual members establish healthy boundaries between themselves and their loved one who is struggling with addiction. This helps improve emotional support systems and creates a bond so families work together to sustain long term recovery.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Dialectical behavior therapy in Pennsylvania is an evidence based technique that involves group therapy, individual therapy, and phone coaching. Group sessions focus on learning behavioral skills. Individual therapy gives you the opportunity to apply what you're learning to your personal situations. Phone coaching allows you to call your therapist during the week for help with challenging situations.

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Richard Anderson

President & CEO

Francine Botek

Senior VP, Finance

Chad Brisendine

VP, CIO

Joel Fagerstrom

Executive VP, COO

Ray Midlam

VP, Chief Strategy Officer

Evan Ochs

Senior VP, Human Resources

Kenneth Szydlow

VP, CMO

Scott Wolfe

CFO

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

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: Pennsylvania

Contact Information

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801 Ostrum Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015

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Reviews of St. Luke’s University Hospital – Bethlehem Campus

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Rebecca Coleman
1 week ago
5

The ICU unit, floor 6 and the front desk at this location are amazing!! The communication was outstanding!!! All staff were passionate, informative & caring! I highly recommend this hospital.

Response from the owner
Rebecca, thank you for sharing this wonderful feedback. We’re glad to hear the ICU team, floor 6, and our front desk made a positive impression with clear communication and caring service. We appreciate your recommendation and will share your comments with our staff.

Thank you, St. Luke’s Reputation Management Team
Trevor Dottery
2 weeks ago
1

Trash nurses. Trash hospital. A lot of nurses with big mouths and big attitudes. The staff treats you with zero dignity and they prefer to spend their time hanging out with each other and gossiping.

Response from the owner
Trevor, our goal is to provide respectful and compassionate care to every patient. We would appreciate the opportunity to learn more and address your concerns directly. Please contact us if you would like to discuss further.
mystlukes@sluhn.org

Thank you, St. Luke's Reputation Management Team
Jeremy Bielawski
1 month ago
1

Folks may want to watch the Netflix documentary “Capturing the Killer Nurse” to see that this hospitals previous administrators care more for money and reputation than they do for the lives of their patients. I hope for patients sake that those who were there running the hospital in the early 2000s are fired and gone. But likely it was swept under the rug with no repercussions. It speaks volumes that each review here is followed up by a “reputation management” personnel. 🤔 Sadly however, this is the status quo of most hospitals across the country. Profits over patients. Good reputation over good service. Hide anything that makes them look bad under the rug - even at the literal expense of the lives of their patients. I have first hand experience of this myself with untrustworthy hospital admin in New York. I wonder how long it’ll take for the “reputation managers” to get this review deleted because it makes them look bad. 🤔 Hope you guys are enjoying that building they spoke about in the documentary… If you could let us all know what disciplinary actions were taken against the administrators re: that documentary though, perhaps that would help your “reputation”… 🤔 UPDATE: A movie was also made about this incident called "The Good Nurse" (Also now on Netflix) which also demonstrates the deceptive practices of this hospital (and others) who quite literally shoved murders under the rug to save their own face. And funny, it's been months since I've posted this review and unlike all the other reviews - the "reputation manager" hasn't replied. ;) One last thing: I get notifications from Google that say quite a few people have "liked" this review - however it has zero likes which show up. Slightly suspicious how people who liked it have just vanished..... EDIT: Oh look the likes reappeared after mentioning it… 🤔😉🫠😂

Barb Joy Johnson
1 month ago
1

As my Dad lay dying unable to speak, he asks for a paper and pen to write, ‘I thought nurses were supposed to be nice’ Broke my heart. We moved him out of there that day!! Disrespectful staff! NOT just the nurses. If I were able to leave no stars I would have!

Response from the owner
Barb, we’re sorry to hear about the issue you described. What you shared about staff interactions is upsetting to read, and we take feedback about communication and respect seriously. Please email us at mystlukes@sluhn.org to discuss this further.

Thank you, St. Luke's Reputation Management Team
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