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About UK Good Samaritan Hospital
In this unit, they specialize in helping people with acute mental illness, including co-occurring addictions. Their treatment periods are typically short, so think days as opposed to months. They provide leading edge mental health treatment and strive to continually advance their model of care.
They recently moved their Adolescent Unit, which is called the Pediatric Behavioral Health Unit, to a new space at Kentucky Children’s Hospital. They have private and semi-private rooms to care for those aged 17 and under who are struggling with behavioral health problems.
The Adult Unit is a 19 bed area that helps adults who may have been diagnosed with a number of psychiatric issues like mood or anxiety disorders, personality or thought disorders, and or substance use disorder (SUD).
All of their Behavioral Health Unit staff have special certifications such as Basic Life Support, Crisis Prevention Intervention and Suicide Assessment and Prevention.
Good Samaritan also works in collaboration with Eastern State Hospital (ESH) which provides recovery focused acute mental health care. At ESH, they help people 18 and over who are diagnosed with any number of psychiatric mental health issues.
They also have a recovery center here that provides Personal Care Homes for people with severe and persistent mental illnesses. One former patient said they helped them in their darkest time and the staff is amazing.
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Latest Reviews
I had Hiatal Hernia surgery, November 18th 2025. Duringy a 2 day stay, Dr. Totten and her team was wonderful. However, some of the nurses and techs on the 6th floor were awful. Some were better than others, a few didn't follow medicine protocols. Nurse/Tech wouldnt take me to the bathroom after I asked twice. Nancy the tech didn't do her job and I spoke to Dr. Totten's team about it, they talked to her, and afterwards she came in my room snappy and mouthy. I asked her to leave and I was trying to recover, and she kept on and wouldn't leave, when she did she slammed the door. Nurses on that floor or filling in or haven't been on that floor before still should ask questions if they don't know, making excuses doesn't not prevent mistakes. I rather not stay there again. Laura was an excellent nurse. She went above and beyond, I am thankful for her generosity and hospitality. She was the only one that knew how to do the job.
As you can see it deserves 1 star like the so many others have given. Sitting in my room now as I type this out. The older doctors need to retire because they're stuck in their ways and know nothing about Internal Medicine. Mine got mad because I have to work and change the treatment plan we previously discussed. I'm sorry I don't make hundreds of dollars from my insurance I work like a normal person. So instead of the original plan while in the hospital she decided to cut my medication short which will make me sick..I hope she and the other Doctors similar to her get what they deserve and all the pain/suffering they've afflicted on people. It's gonna be funny when I tell humana not to pay this bill because I'll pay it slowly. Also 50% of nighttime nurses are horrible and need ro be retrained for their bed side manner.
Entrance A. Registration lady downstairs was very nice. Very helpful. Security was nice and friendly. However, second floor surgery waiting, the old gray headed receptionist…. RUDE. As soon as I walked in with my daughter, she made a face of disgust. Then proceeded to tell me I couldn’t have her up here because she’s under 12. She went straight to the back, came back out, and said “I hate to be the bad guy but you have to wait downstairs with her because she’s under 12” mind you, she just assumed my child was under 12. Didn’t ask her age. Nothing. Her name is sue for anyone wondering. The registration lady got so heated about it, she gave me a phone number to call and complain on her and said that’s bull and she’s a very rude woman and so many have complained. My mother said even when she announced coffee was done, she was rude about it. Sorry, but the people you choose to staff, says a lot about your hospital. And someone with an attitude and demeanor like this, doesn’t need to work with people. Or at a hospital. I am disgusted at this woman.
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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.
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
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
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 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.
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.
ECT is a form of treatment in which controlled electric currents are passed through the brain, sometimes causing short seizures. Treatments are done under general anesthesia. ECT appears to change brain chemistry for the better, and has been shown to provide fast and sometimes dramatic improvements in severe mental health conditions that can exist alongside addiction, including depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and suicidality. ECT is also often used by those who prefer it to taking medication.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Craig Collins
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Chris DeSimone, MD
Executive Chief Medical Officer
Rob Edwards, DPH, MBA
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Donald H. Lloyd II
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Gwen Moreland, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
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Lexington, KY 40536
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