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Recovery Works Portage

Merrillville, IN

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Detox Inpatient PHP IOP MAT
Specializes in Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Young Adults

Detox · Inpatient · PHP · IOP center · in Merrillville, IN · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves 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 Recovery Works Portage

  • Detox · Inpatient · PHP · IOP offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Private insurance
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Merrillville, IN

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

About Recovery Works Portage

This treatment facility is located inside of Portage University Hospital and specializes primarily in safe detoxification from drug and alcohol use. The only withdrawal management program in the county also provides individualized counseling, aftercare coordination, and long-term recovery planning in a more extensive residential program. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), substance abuse education, and 1-on1 as well group therapy are some of the common treatment methods offered. Therapies cover a variety of subjects like anger management, grief and loss therapy, life skills, motivational enhancement therapy (MET), and relapse prevention counseling. Other holistic approaches include music therapy, physical therapy, and yoga.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

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.

Recovery Works Portage at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Detox · Inpatient · PHP · IOP · MAT

Service settings

Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential

Therapy approaches

Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Adults

Special populations

Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced trauma

Medications used

Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) +7 more

Recovery support services

Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support

Facility operation

Private for-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

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

201 West 89th Avenue, Merrillville, IN 46410

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Facility direct line

(330) 578-7406

Photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Recovery Works Portage accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Recovery Works Portage accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IN Medicaid plan. Call (330) 578-7406 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Recovery Works Portage offer?
This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, PHP, IOP, MAT. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification.
Does Recovery Works Portage have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Recovery Works Portage use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: 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.
How do I start treatment at Recovery Works Portage?
Call the facility directly at (330) 578-7406 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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