Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF

Bellingham, WA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Bellingham, WA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF

Integrative residential and outpatient care with trauma-informed approach for addiction, mental health, and eating disorders.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

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: Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings: Outpatient, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults
Special populations: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Medications used: Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement + 1 more
Recovery supports: Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation: Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid

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TRICARE / VA

Self-pay / Cash

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Full list from SAMHSA: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

3600 Meridian Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

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Facility direct line

360-676-6000 x360

Website

lwrtc.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific WA Medicaid plan. Call 360-676-6000 x360 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF offer?

This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

Does Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families.

What therapy methods does Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.

How do I start treatment at Lake Whatcom Residential and Trt Baker Creek Co Occurring RTF?

Call the facility directly at 360-676-6000 x360 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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