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DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center

12 Health Services Drive, DeKalb, IL 60115

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Levels of care4 programsOutpatient
Payment7 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesTeens & adultsAll genders
MATOfferedNaltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationJoint CommissionIndependent quality review

About DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center

DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider in DeKalb, Illinois, located at 12 Health Services Drive. The Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center program is operated by DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation.

Its services include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. For opioid use disorder, the program uses naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.

Payment options include government funding for substance use treatment, Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and SAMHSA funding/block grants. A sliding fee scale based on income is available. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts children/adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Sign language services are available for deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.

DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency and state mental health department.

Support services include aftercare/continuing care, discharge planning, naloxone and overdose education, and housing services.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Medications used

  • Disulfiram
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
  • Clonidine
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Accepted
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesAccepted
State-Funded / Low-CostAccepted

Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

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Who they serve & support services

Recovery support

  • Housing services
  • Assistance with obtaining social services
  • Mentoring/peer support
  • Employment counseling or training
  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education

Counseling & education

  • Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
  • Substance use disorder education
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Family counseling
  • Marital/couples counseling

Ancillary services

  • Case management service
  • Mental health services
  • Social skills development
  • Transportation assistance
  • Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, The Joint Commission
Ages acceptedChildren/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Language servicesSign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Operated byPrivate non-profit organization

Location

12 Health Services Drive
DeKalb, IL 60115

Facility's own contact815-756-4875 · nm.org

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Questions about DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center

What services does DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center offer?

DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center lists the following levels of care: outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center accepts government funding for substance use treatment, medicare, medicaid, military insurance (tricare), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and samhsa funding/block grants. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (877) 847-2855 for a free benefits check.

Does DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center offer detox?

DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (877) 847-2855 for help finding one.

Is DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center accredited?

Yes. DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

Who does DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center treat?

DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center accepts children/adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors.

How do I get admitted to DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center directly at 815-756-4875. To compare DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center with other options and verify your insurance, call our admissions helpline at (877) 847-2855. Our helpline is not affiliated with DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation – Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon Center.

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