What Is a Level 3 Mental Health Treatment Facility?
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Levels of Mental Health Facilities
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There are six levels of mental health care. They are listed from least restrictive, level 1, to most restrictive, level 6. Level 3 mental health facilities fall in the middle. Services are still provided on an outpatient basis, but on a more intensive level.
Intensive Outpatient Services
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Intensive outpatient services are designed for people who do not yet need 24 hour care in a hospital setting. With the help of a team of nurses, counselors, doctors, and family, the individual works on a program designed to resolve immediate areas of concern. Short-term stabilization often occurs as a result.
Provision
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Choosing a level 3 facility can mean choosing a less restrictive environment in which the individual can receive help while still maintaining independence.
Location
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The best place to seek help in finding a level 3, or intensive outpatient facility, is your local community service board. Your primary care physician can also help you in connecting with an intensive outpatient facility.
Insurance
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Most insurance companies will pay for intensive outpatient treatment because the overall cost is much lower than at an inpatient facility. They are not paying for a bed and meals. However, it is always best to check with your insurance carrier before starting services.
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