About this facility
MedMark Merrillville specializes in treating opioid addiction,and co-occurring mental health conditions. The center stands out for its personalized, patient-centered care, offering outpatient treatment and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) catered to meet each individual’s unique needs.
Therapies & Support
The center provides a combination of therapy, and medication to help individuals recover. Their services include individual substance use counseling, group therapy, and family support. By focusing on both mental health and physical wellness, the center helps patients work through underlying issues while promoting long-term recovery.
Comprehensive Recovery Approach
Medmark supports its patients by offering a flexible outpatient setting, allowing them to maintain their daily routines while receiving treatment. The center emphasizes a compassionate, welcoming environment where patients can receive the care they need in a comfortable, non-judgmental space, ensuring they feel supported throughout their recovery journey.
Services
A quick overview of services associated with this facility.
Type of Care, TC, Substance use treatment
Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.), SET, Outpatient; Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment; Regular outpatient treatment
Opioid Medications used in Treatment, OM, Methadone used in Treatment
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment, AUT, Does not treat alcohol use disorder
Type of Opioid Treatment, OT, Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program; Methadone maintenance; Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Pharmacotherapies, PHR, Methadone
Treatment Approaches, TAP, Anger management; Brief intervention; Cognitive behavioral therapy; Contingency management/motivational incentives; Motivational interviewing; Matrix Model; Relapse prevention; Substance use disorder counseling; Trauma-related counseling; 12-step facilitation
Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public), FOP, Private for-profit organization
License/Certification/Accreditation, LCA, State Substance use treatment agency; Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF); SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP); Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted, PAY, Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment
Special Programs/Groups Offered, SG, Young adults; Adult women; Pregnant/postpartum women; Adult men; Seniors or older adults; Veterans; Active duty military; Members of military families; Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients; Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders; Clients with HIV or AIDS; Clients who have experienced sexual abuse; Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence; Clients who have experienced trauma
Assessment/Pre-treatment, ASPT, Comprehensive substance use assessment; Outreach to persons in the community; Complete medical history/physical exam; Screening for substance use; Screening for mental disorders
Testing, SCR, Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing; Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing; Drug or alcohol urine screening; STD testing; TB screening
Transitional Services, TRSRV, Aftercare/continuing care; Discharge Planning; Naloxone and overdose education; Outcome follow-up after discharge
Recovery Support Services, RSS, Self-help groups; Housing services; Assistance with obtaining social services; Mentoring/peer support; Employment counseling or training
Other Services, OTHR, Treatment for other addiction disorder
Education and Counseling Services, ECS, HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support; Hepatitis education, counseling, or support; Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis; Substance use disorder education; Individual counseling; Group counseling; Family counseling; Marital/couples counseling
Facility Smoking Policy, SMP, Smoking permitted in designated area
Sex Accepted, SN, Female; Male
Exclusive Services, EXCL, Opioid use disorder clients only
Facility Vaping Policy, FVP, Vaping permitted in designated area
Ancillary Services, AS, Case management service; Social skills development; Suicide prevention services
