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A smooth admissions process helps clients feel comfortable and informed before entering treatment.
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What is the Admissions Process?
The admissions process for enrolling in a mental health treatment program is primarily concerned with the financial aspects of enrollment, such as insurance benefits and/or private pay options. During the admissions process, the program representative requests a client’s insurance information, and then contacts the insurer about the plan’s coverage.
When the details of the insurance coverage are obtained, the client is then informed. They will be notified of any copays and deductibles, which services are covered under the plan, maximum out-of-pocket expenses, and the percentage of coverage.
In the absence of a health insurance plan, the client will consider other payment options. These might include payment by credit card, or possibly a monthly payment arrangement with the treatment center.
What is the Intake Process?
After completing the admissions process, it is time for the intake and assessment process. This step involves a thorough psychological evaluation to assist the clinical team in reaching a specific diagnosis. The evaluation includes the client’s medical and mental health history, any substance use history, and results from specific assessment tools.
From the information gathered during intake, the clinical team then designs a tailored treatment plan to effectively address the diagnosis. The plan will include any special features that accompany the diagnosis, such as co-occurring mental health disorders. The treatment plan makes recommendations for medications, psychotherapies, adjunctive therapies, holistic therapies, and continuing care actions.
Which Insurance Plans Are Accepted?
Robles Ranch Mental Health accepts insurance coverage from most major health insurance providers. Insurers offer varying levels of coverage for mental health services, so the admissions team will interface with the insurance provider to obtain coverage details. This helps to prepare clients in advance for potential out-of-pocket expenses for the mental health services.
With the passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, individual and group health insurance plans now must provide some degree of coverage for mental health and behavioral health services.
Insurance providers that cover at least a portion of expenses include:
How to Prepare for Residential Treatment
It is always helpful to make preparations in advance of entering the residential treatment program. Some steps to take prior to admissions include:
- Meet with your employer to discuss a medical leave of absence.
- Reach out to your insurance provider to estimate out of pocket expenses.
- Research residential mental health programs.
- Plan for logistics in your absence, such as childcare or transporting children to and from school.
- Follow the admissions guidelines and pack only what is permitted.
Robles Ranch Mental Health is a residential treatment program that proves a comfortable, home-like setting for extended mental healthcare needs.
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