How long is the program at Medical West An Affiliate of the UAB Health System?

The typical program length is 5 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 2 levels of care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Medical West An Affiliate of the UAB Health System

5000 Medical West Way, Bessemer, AL 35022

2 care levels

(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Who This Center Serves

Older Adults

Services Offered

Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient

Separate inpatient psychiatric unit of a general hospital

Chlorpromazine Droperidol Fluphenazine Haloperidol Perphenazine Pimozide Thiothixene Aripiprazole Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services

State government

Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid U.S. Department of VA funds

Seniors or older adults

Smoking not permitted

Seniors

Vaping not permitted

Court-ordered outpatient treatment Diet and exercise counseling Psychosocial rehabilitation services Case management service Integrated primary care services

What to Expect at Medical West An Affiliate of the UAB Health System

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

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Contact Information

5000 Medical West Way, Bessemer, AL, 35022

205-481-7000

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Quick Facts

Program	5 days
Focus	This center treats mental heal...
Insurance	24 accepted

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(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Residential Rehab

Co-Occurring Mental Health

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group Therapy Life Skills Nutrition Counseling

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders

Insurance Accepted

Medical West An Affiliate of the UAB Health System works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Medical West An Affiliate of the UAB Health System accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Medical West An Affiliate of the UAB Health System offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in AL or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA