Eskenazi Health - Barton Annex
501 N. East St. Indianapolis IN 46204
Eskenazi Health is a comprehensive healthcare system serving the Indianapolis community, particularly Marion County, with a commitment to whole-person care that integrates physical, behavioral, and spiritual support.
Operating the Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital, Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, and multiple primary care and specialty sites, it provides accessible services including emergency medicine, primary care, women's health, pediatrics, senior care, mental health and addiction treatment, surgery, trauma care, orthopaedics, cardiology, oncology, and numerous other specialties.
Eskenazi Health emphasizes health equity, community benefit, and compassionate approaches through innovative programs such as the Center for Spiritual Care & Education, the Robert & Gina Laikin Pet Therapy Program, the Sunshine Award for exceptional staff, and the Gregory S.
Fehribach Center, which fosters internships and employment opportunities for college students with physical disabilities.
By partnering with local residents, families, and organizations, Eskenazi Health aims to enhance well-being, promote recovery, and build a healthier community for all, regardless of background or ability.
What we treat
Treatment & Programs
Levels of Care
Care at the Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center spans from immediate crisis stabilization through structured residential inpatient and outpatient aftercare. If an individual experiences a psychological emergency, they can visit the Thota Rao, M.D., & Aruna Rau, M.D. Crisis Intervention Unit for immediate psychiatric support before transitioning to a step-down level of treatment.
Therapies
Treatment seamlessly integrates clinical psychiatric care with immersive holistic practices to support profound recovery. Care teams emphasize a whole-person perspective that goes beyond standard medical interventions to actively meet each individual's unique emotional and psychological needs.
Addictions
Eskenazi Health's behavioral health division handles a wide spectrum of substance use challenges through their dedicated addiction services. The clinical team supports individuals overcoming opioid, alcohol, and general drug dependencies, integrating these critical interventions with mainstream medical treatment to promote long-term recovery.
Conditions
The system's psychiatric teams address intense acute and chronic mental health challenges, with specialized stabilization for severe suicidal ideation and dual diagnosis scenarios. By operating within a comprehensive medical framework, clinicians can safely stabilize complex psychiatric conditions while simultaneously monitoring the body.
Issues
Because it functions as a major urban healthcare hub, the staff routinely guides individuals through deep life stressors that complicate mental wellness, such as chronic illnesses, HIV/AIDS diagnoses, and profound medical trauma. Therapy also provides a secure environment for residents navigating intensive caregiver stress, traumatic grief, and the psychological impact of identity-based discrimination.
Programs
Eskenazi Health champions widespread inclusivity through initiatives like the Gregory S. Fehribach Center, which fosters meaningful internships and employment foundations for college students with physical disabilities. The facility also advocates for highly specialized healing within their Center for Youth and Adults with Conditions of Childhood, tailoring support to lifelong health journeys.
On-site
Amenities
A standout feature of the downtown campus is the Robert & Gina Laikin Pet Therapy Program, which brings certified therapy dogs—like Balou, a 140-pound Saint Bernard—directly to patients' bedsides for comfort. Residents and visiting families also have round-the-clock access to the Naphtali Isaac Eskenazi Sanctuary, providing a quiet place for reflection or organized religious services right inside the facility.
Coverage
Payment
To maintain accessible care for the Indianapolis community, the financial framework here accommodates a wide variety of payment methods, including Medicaid, Medicare, and TRICARE. A sliding fee scale and self-payment options are also readily available to support residents seeking affordable mental health care.
Please contact the facility directly to verify insurance coverage and payment options. Many facilities offer free insurance verification.
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Who We Serve
Serving the greater Indianapolis community, the hospital is fully equipped to care for individuals across the entire lifespan, from young children to seniors. Their culturally competent environment explicitly welcomes LGBTQ+ populations, pregnant women, and transgender individuals, proudly utilizing translation services to ensure equitable care for the entirety of Marion County.
Genders Accepted
Populations Served
Additional Services
Wraparound support is built directly into the hospital's model, allowing behavioral health populations immediate access to primary care, dedicated pharmacy services, and infectious disease screenings. Furthermore, the Center for Spiritual Care & Education keeps chaplains on-site 24/7 to assist with difficult medical decisions, intense grief, and faith-based guidance.
About
Facility Info
Located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, this nonprofit, hospital-based organization operates as a foundational pillar of Marion County’s healthcare infrastructure. The expansive city campus is fully accessible and houses emergency medicine, trauma centers, and robust primary care directly alongside its specialized mental health wings.
Credentials
Accreditations
The hospital has earned multiple specialized distinctions, including 2025 Lown Institute Badges for Health Equity and Community Benefit. Additionally, recent campus expansions boast LEED Silver Certification, reflecting a widespread commitment to safe and sustainable community spaces.
- 501 N. East St. Indianapolis IN 46204
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