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Primary Purpose Behavioral Health

Lexington, KY

SAMHSA Verified IOP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

IOP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Lexington, KY · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare.

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About Primary Purpose Behavioral Health

An integrated care center for seniors with comprehensive substance use and mental health services, trauma counseling, and vocational support.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home.

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

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
IOP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for Hepatitis C treatment, Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Primary Purpose Behavioral Health accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Primary Purpose Behavioral Health accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific KY Medicaid plan. Call 859-699-3046 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Primary Purpose Behavioral Health offer?
This facility offers: IOP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Transitional housing, halfway house, or sober home, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Primary Purpose Behavioral Health have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Primary Purpose Behavioral Health use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Primary Purpose Behavioral Health?
Call the facility directly at 859-699-3046 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: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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