Referral & Treatment
Criteria for Admission
Criteria for admission includes, but is not limited to, behaviors such as: confusion, hallucinations, verbal and/or physical aggression, a patient needing an adjustment to their medication regimen, suicidal, homicidal, self mutilating behavior, psychiatric symptoms severe enough to cause harm to self or others, sleep and nutrition disturbances, failed outpatient treatment. BHC-M is not equipped to provide detoxification of patients who are currently using alcohol and drugs.
Admissions - Involuntary or Voluntary
BHC-M offers in-patient treatment to both voluntary and involuntary patients. Call Kris Moore for more information.
Referrals
Referrals can be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling the hospital at 731-588-2830. Referrals are accepted from physicians, assisted living facilities, hospitals, family members, home health agencies, facilities serving mentally challenged individuals, crisis intervention workers, and mental health facilities. Information regarding the patient is reviewed by the admission team and the referring person is informed when the patient is able to be admitted.
Treatment Process
Upon admission, a history and physical is completed by the medical team. A neuro-psychiatric evaluation is completed by the medical director. This is completed in order to diagnose and treat the patient. All patients have individualized plans of care for treatment. Patients participate in group sessions that focus on mental health topics as well as activities to enhance the treatment process. Medication consultation is provided for family members during the weekly treatment teams in order to better educate them on the patient's diagnosis and prognosis for treatment. Family members are encouraged to actively participate in their loved ones treatment. Patients receive 24 hour nursing care during their stay in the hospital, and a typical length of stay for treatment is approximately 12-14 days. Discharge planners work closely with the referral source in order to outline appropriate follow up post discharge. To discuss transportation options, contact the hospital.
Training Opportunties
Contact Kris Moore, 731-588-2830, to organize a training for your staff, facility, or support group
Contact Info
Behavioral HealthCare Center at Martin
458 Hannings Lane
Martin, TN 38237
Telephone: 731-588-2830
Fax: 731-587-6923
