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Our Admissions Process
Our dedicated admissions team will work closely with you and your family during the admission process to identify the treatment options that best meet your needs. We are here to support you every step of the way. Here is what you can expect:
- Insurance verification – We will verify your health insurance benefits and explore payment options to ensure you have the support you need.
- Admission assessment – After insurance verification, we will conduct an admission assessment over the phone to further evaluate your needs.
- Personalized assessment – We will review pertinent details, including personal information and medical history, to determine if Lifeskills is the right fit for you.
- Cost clarity – Our team will help you understand all out-of-pocket costs associated with your anticipated length of stay, and assist you in navigating your out-of-network benefits.
- Coordination of admission – Once we have confirmed your clinical, medical, and financial needs, we will coordinate a date for admission and any necessary travel details.
- A warm welcome – Upon arrival at Lifeskills, you or your loved one will be greeted warmly by our staff, who will assist with any remaining intake paperwork.
Flexible Payment Options
Who does Lifeskills treat?
Adults, 18 and older, of all genders
Does Lifeskills accept insurance?
We can work with out-of-network benefits & some locations work with select in-network providers.
Does Lifeskills accept Medicare or Medicaid?
No
Treatment Costs
The cost of treatment at Lifeskills South Florida varies based on the length of stay and the level of care required. We generally recommend a minimum commitment of 60-90 days, with most clients starting at the residential level of care.
As insurance plans can differ significantly, many clients use a combination of private pay and insurance benefits to cover their treatment costs. Before treatment begins, our admissions team will help you understand the out-of-pocket expenses associated with your anticipated length of stay and assist in determining your out-of-network benefits.
Lifeskills proudly supports our nation’s veterans as a Community Care Network (CCN) provider (NPI#s: Deerfield Beach: 1891122396 | Orlando: 1619411014).
*Please note that we do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.
Residential Services
Our residential treatment facilities accept multiple payment options, including:
Deerfield Beach & Ft. Lauderdale:
- Private pay
- Out-of-network benefits
- Private pay
- Out-of-network benefits
- Beacon Health options
Outpatient Services
Our outpatient treatment facilities accept multiple payment options, including:
- New Directions (covers most Blue Cross BlueShield policies)
- Optum (covers policies such as UHC, UBH, UMR, among others)
- Private pay
- Out-of-network benefits
- Optum
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- Private pay
- Out-of-network benefits
Admissions FAQs
What do you treat at Lifeskills?
Lifeskills South Florida specializes in treating adults with mental health disorders, substance use disorder, and dual diagnosis.
What can I expect during the first 30 days of treatment?
In addition to therapeutic programming seven days a week, the first 30 days may include medication management, setting personal goals, and identifying emotions that are obstructing your recovery. The team will use pre-assessments, intake information, previous medical records, and family assessments to customize an individual treatment plan, partnering you with clinicians that are best equipped to help you meet your goals. Psychological testing is offered for clients who may require further diagnostics to assist the team in setting the optimum treatment plan.
How long does treatment usually last at Lifeskills?
We achieve positive outcomes because we don’t put recovery on a timetable. Each client’s circumstances and treatment needs are different from many of our clients that average three months at our residential treatment program. The length of stay at Lifeskills is entirely dependent upon the unique needs of each of our clients, the complexity of their condition(s), and the rate at which progress is made. Clients are challenged to reintegrate into their community and achieve their personal treatment goals as quickly as they are able.
How will my family be involved in my treatment?
Our strong Family Support Program offers support, education, and guidance to you and your loved ones throughout the treatment process. Upon admission, you will be assigned a licensed therapist who will be in constant communication with your family, as you allow. Additionally, they will help facilitate family sessions, visitation, and any other family-related need that arises.
How will the Lifeskills program prepare me to live independently?
Our Lifeskills South Florida staff specializes in helping our patients find stability and focus on integrating back into their home, work, and family lives. Our continuum of care includes teaching community living skills and helping our clients reintegrate so they can live healthy and independent lives. Relapse prevention, self-monitoring, job skills, budgeting, nutrition, shopping, meal planning, and interpersonal skills learned through living with housemates are just some of the skills focused on during treatment. Each client can identify social support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Smart Recovery, and mental health support groups to seek support for themselves, work with a sponsor, and learn how to surround themselves with the healthy and supportive community needed to remain successful in recovery.
What should I bring to treatment?
