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Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center

Conway, AR

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Conway, AR · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center

Regional Health Systems Merrillville Care Center offers a comprehensive range of mental health services for children and adults, prioritizing holistic care. Their compassionate and highly-trained team provides counseling and therapy to individuals, empowering them to discover practical solutions for daily challenges. They also offer psychiatric care, including medication management, for those experiencing emotional or cognitive difficulties impacting their lives.
For emergencies, the center operates a 24/7 helpline, ensuring immediate access to support and service options. They provide inpatient mental health services for adults with severe symptoms, creating a secure and structured environment for recovery. Additionally, their 24-hour Crisis C.A.R.E. Unit welcomes anyone in need of immediate support through the "No Wrong Door" approach.
The center supports adults through residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment. Options are available for uninsured individuals, with fees based on a sliding scale, and specialized care for pregnant women and mothers with children. Both residential and halfway housing are offered, alongside thorough physical and mental health screenings and comprehensive recovery programs.

Classified as separate inpatient psychiatric unit of a general hospital. private non-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 · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Droperidol, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine, Thiothixene, Thioridazine + 12 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Community Mental Health Block Grants; Community Service Block Grants; Medicare; Medicaid; Other State funds; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

2302 College Avenue, Conway, AR 72034

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Facility direct line

(219) 769-4005

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific AR Medicaid plan. Call (219) 769-4005 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient. 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 Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Regional Health Systems Merrillville Center?
Call the facility directly at (219) 769-4005 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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