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Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services

Aurora, IL

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Aurora, IL · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

Free helpline · 24/7

Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services

  • Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Aurora, IL

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services

Integrative mental health and substance use disorder treatment for all ages with trauma-informed care and comprehensive therapy options.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Clozapine, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination, Paliperidone, Quetiapine +5 more

Emergency services

Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Coverage details →

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Coverage details →

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

1325 North Highland Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506

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Facility direct line

630-801-2722 x0

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IL Medicaid plan. Call 630-801-2722 x0 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Amita Mercy Medical Center Behavioral Health Services?
Call the facility directly at 630-801-2722 x0 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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