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Recovery Works Elizabethtown

Merrillville, IN

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Detox Inpatient PHP IOP MAT

Detox · Inpatient · PHP · IOP center · in Merrillville, IN · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves trauma survivors.

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About Recovery Works Elizabethtown

Recovery Works Elizabethtown is a beacon of hope for individuals battling addiction. This treatment center specializes in addressing alcohol, opioid, and other substance use disorders through a range of tailored programs. With multiple levels of care, they offer intensive outpatient (IOP), day treatment (PHP), residential treatment, and medically supervised detox, with treatment for co-occurring disorders as well. They also offer office-based opioid treatment and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for those who need additional help managing cravings and withdrawals. Recovery Works combines FDA-approved medications with personalized counseling and behavioral therapies so that clients receive adequate support to reclaim their lives.
At Recovery Works, recovery is more than just abstinence—it's about transforming lives. The center's dedicated team of medical professionals, therapists, and support staff utilize a diverse array of medicine, evidence-based treatments, and holistic therapies. Patients engage in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational enhancement therapy, while also exploring creative outlets through art and music therapy.
Recovery Works Elizabethtown provides treatment rooted in the 12 Steps. Their 1:1, group, and family therapies utilize evidence-based care. Therapies include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Recovery Works provides relapse prevention planning to build coping strategies for life after treatment. They offer psychoeducation, life skills training, and grief and loss therapy. Their family program involves addiction education, healing family dynamics, and building communication skills.
Recovery Works Elizabethtown strives to provide well-rounded healing, so they offer holistic therapies like spirituality groups and counseling, music therapy, and art therapy. They also have nutritional counseling to help clients learn skills to nourish their minds and bodies. Recovery Works has a robust alumni program that includes follow-ups from the staff, on-site 12-Step meetings, and regular alumni meetings.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

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
Detox · Inpatient · PHP · IOP · MAT
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment + 5 more
Recovery supports
Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support
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: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

201 West 89th Avenue, Merrillville, IN 46410

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Facility direct line

(855) 967-0149

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Recovery Works Elizabethtown accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Recovery Works Elizabethtown accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IN Medicaid plan. Call (855) 967-0149 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Recovery Works Elizabethtown offer?
This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, PHP, IOP, MAT. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Residential detoxification, Long-term residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification.
Does Recovery Works Elizabethtown have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Recovery Works Elizabethtown use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Recovery Works Elizabethtown?
Call the facility directly at (855) 967-0149 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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