Eastern State Hospital

Lexington, KY

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Lexington, KY · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors.

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Direct line to Eastern State Hospital: 859-246-8000

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About Eastern State Hospital

Integrative psychiatric hospital providing comprehensive care for adults with serious mental illness and substance use disorders.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. state government. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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: Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations: Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used: Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Aripiprazole, Brexpiprazole, Cariprazine, Clozapine, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination + 7 more
Recovery supports: Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services: Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services
Facility operation: State government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid

Medicare

Private insurance

TRICARE / VA

Self-pay / Cash

Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

1350 Bull Lea Road, Lexington, KY 40511

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Facility direct line

859-246-8000

Website

www.ukhealthcare.uky.edu

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Eastern State Hospital accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Eastern State Hospital accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific KY Medicaid plan. Call 859-246-8000 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Eastern State Hospital offer?

This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: 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.

Does Eastern State Hospital have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).

What therapy methods does Eastern State Hospital use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.

How do I start treatment at Eastern State Hospital?

Call the facility directly at 859-246-8000 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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