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Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine

4700 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404

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

Key Facts About Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine

  • Location: Savannah, GA
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine

A comprehensive center providing mental health services for adults, seniors, veterans, and military families with integrated treatment options. Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine is located in Savannah, GA. The facility provides Residential Rehab, Outpatient programs. Treatment approaches include 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Nutrition Counseling. This center serves Men, Women, Older Adults, Young Adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans. Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine accepts 24 insurance providers, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health. For more information or to verify insurance coverage, call (833) 567-5838.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Older Adults Young Adults LGBTQ+ Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment 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 Outpatient Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Psychiatric hospital
Fluphenazine Haloperidol Loxapine Thioridazine Aripiprazole Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Nicotine replacement Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Electroconvulsive therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Private for-profit organization
Federally Qualified Health Center
County or local government funds Community Mental Health Block Grants Community Service Block Grants IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Other State funds Private health insurance State corrections or juvenile justice funds State education agency funds Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds State welfare or child and family services funds U.S. Department of VA funds
Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Seniors
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing Spanish Other languages (excluding Spanish)
Any Chinese Language French German Hebrew Italian Japanese Korean Russian Vietnamese
Vaping not permitted
Chronic disease/illness management Diet and exercise counseling Case management service Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine

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.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 7 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Smoking Cessation

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Frequently Asked Questions about Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine

Does Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine accept my insurance?
Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine?
Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine offers Residential Rehab, Outpatient with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Savannah?
Yes. Browse all GA treatment centers or narrow to Savannah specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Memorial Health Univ Medical Center Center for Behavioral Medicine is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. For additional trust signals, check for JCAHO or CARF accreditation — both are voluntary third-party audits of clinical quality. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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