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Lake Behavioral Hospital

Waukegan, IL

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Waukegan, IL · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors.

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About Lake Behavioral Hospital

This provider delivers structured inpatient, outpatient, and day treatment for adolescents, adults, and older adults managing depression, trauma, anxiety, substance use, and co-occurring conditions. The care team offers intensive outpatient program (IOP) and partial hospitalization programs (PHP) with same-week admissions and flexible scheduling.
Therapists lead group sessions that strengthen coping skills, emotional regulation, and communication. Psychiatrists manage medications when needed. Clinicians design individualized plans that may include expressive therapies such as art and music, mindfulness practices like yoga and tai chi, and weekly family therapy. The team applies evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches throughout each stage of care.
Staff provide transportation assistance, ensure consistent daily structure, and support teens with on-site academic coordination. Discharge planners begin preparing aftercare early, connecting participants with trusted community providers to continue progress after the program ends.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. private for-profit organization. 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 · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Prochlorperazine, Thiothixene, Aripiprazole, Brexpiprazole, Clozapine + 7 more
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

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); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

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Facility direct line

(855) 990-1900

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lake Behavioral Hospital accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Lake Behavioral Hospital accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IL Medicaid plan. Call (855) 990-1900 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Lake Behavioral Hospital offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. 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 Lake Behavioral Hospital have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Lake Behavioral Hospital use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Lake Behavioral Hospital?
Call the facility directly at (855) 990-1900 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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