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Western State Hospital

Hopkinsville, KY

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

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

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Direct line to Western State Hospital: (270) 889-6025

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About Western State Hospital

Western State Hospital in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, serves adults 18 and older from 34 western counties who have severe mental illness requiring inpatient care. It admits those experiencing acute symptoms and risks to self or others. The hospital offers different levels of care through specialized units tailored to patients' needs, focusing on recovery and safety.
The hospital uses a team-based, recovery-focused approach with evidence-based therapies, group sessions, and life skills training to help patients manage symptoms and regain independence. Programs like the Recovery Mall provide psychoeducational groups to build coping skills and prepare clients for community living, while units address complex needs including physical or cognitive challenges.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. state government. Primary focus: mental health 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
Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Emergency services
Psychiatric emergency walk-in 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: County or local government funds; IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; 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; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

2400 Russellville Road, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

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Facility direct line

(270) 889-6025

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Western State Hospital accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Western State Hospital accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific KY Medicaid plan. Call (270) 889-6025 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Western State Hospital offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Western State 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 Western State Hospital use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Western State Hospital?
Call the facility directly at (270) 889-6025 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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