Eskenazi Health - Pedigo Health Center Addiction Treatment in Indianapolis, Indiana
1033 East Washington street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
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Eskenazi Health is a comprehensive healthcare provider dedicated to serving the Indianapolis community with a wide array of medical services across Marion County.
As a safety-net health system, it offers accessible outpatient and inpatient care through its Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital, Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, and numerous primary care and specialty sites, emphasizing whole-person care that integrates physical, behavioral, and spiritual support.
Eskenazi Health specializes in areas such as primary care, emergency medicine, surgery, trauma, women's health, mental health including addiction and crisis services, cardiology, orthopaedics, oncology, and innovative programs like pet therapy, spiritual care, and the Gregory S.
Fehribach Center for equitable internships for students with physical disabilities.
Committed to community health equity, compassionate care, and professional excellence, Eskenazi Health fosters long-term recovery, patient education, and partnerships to address diverse needs from pediatrics to geriatrics, ensuring patients can actively participate in their health through tools like MyChart and Connections support line.
Eskenazi Health - Pedigo Health Center in Indianapolis provides comprehensive addiction and mental health services designed to support individuals on their recovery journey. The center delivers specialized care through outpatient programs that address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, offering an integrated approach to treatment that acknowledges the complex nature of addiction.
Through evidence-based practices and personalized care plans, Eskenazi Health - Pedigo Health Center creates supportive environments where clients can develop recovery skills and improve their overall wellbeing. Their commitment to accessible, comprehensive care makes them a valuable resource for individuals seeking addiction and mental health support in the Indianapolis community.
Comprehensive Treatment Approach in Indianapolis, IN
Eskenazi Health - Pedigo Health Center specializes in dual diagnosis treatment, addressing both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach recognizes that successful recovery often requires treating underlying mental health issues alongside addiction. Their evidence-based programs combine substance use treatment with mental health counseling and medication management when appropriate.
The center offers various therapeutic modalities including individual counseling, family therapy, and group sessions. These diverse treatment options allow clinicians to tailor care plans to each client's specific needs and circumstances. Many Indianapolis residents find particular value in the peer support services, which complement clinical interventions by providing community connections and lived experience perspectives that enhance the recovery process.
- Individual counseling sessions tailored to personal recovery needs
- Family therapy to rebuild relationships and support systems
- Group sessions for peer connection and shared experiences
- Peer support services with lived experience perspectives
- Medication management when clinically appropriate
Specialized Population Services
Eskenazi Health - Pedigo Health Center provides tailored services for diverse age groups including adults, young adults, and elderly individuals. Adult programs incorporate life skills training covering essential areas such as parenting support, career development, and housing assistance. These practical components help clients build sustainable foundations for long-term recovery and independence.
Young adult clients receive specialized educational support alongside addiction treatment services, addressing their unique developmental needs. The center recognizes that effective treatment must consider the specific challenges faced by different age groups and life stages. This population-specific approach ensures that interventions are relevant and applicable to each client's life circumstances.
Harm Reduction and Community Integration for Indianapolis, IN Residents
The Pedigo Health Center demonstrates commitment to harm reduction principles through practical resources like fentanyl and xylazine test strips. Their on-site NaloxBox provides 24/7 access to life-saving harm reduction supplies, reflecting a pragmatic approach to addiction care that prioritizes safety and risk reduction alongside abstinence-based goals.
Located adjacent to Horizon House, a full-service agency supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, the center facilitates access to integrated community resources. As part of the Eskenazi Health system, the center offers sliding fee scales based on income and household size, making treatment financially accessible to all Indianapolis, IN families regardless of economic circumstances. This community-centered approach helps clients connect with comprehensive support systems beyond clinical treatment.
What we treat
Treatment & Programs
Levels of Care
The continuum of care at the Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center spans from residential inpatient treatment to flexible outpatient programming. As a comprehensive safety-net provider, they focus heavily on long-term recovery and dedicated aftercare support to ensure patients can successfully transition back into their daily lives.
Therapies
Clinical treatment here is highly integrative, blending standard psychiatric care with specialized physical rehabilitation services. Patients managing complex diagnoses or life-limiting illnesses also have access to comprehensive palliative care and chiropractic services to ease physical distress during their recovery journey.
Addictions
The addiction services department provides specialized care for individuals grappling with severe substance use dependencies. Their dedicated clinical team integrates addiction medicine and addiction psychiatry to address both the physical and behavioral realities of ongoing dependency.
Conditions
For residents experiencing acute psychiatric emergencies, including active suicidal ideation, the organization operates the Thota Rao, M.D., & Aruna Rau, M.D., Crisis Intervention Unit. Their behavioral health programs also provide specialized support for individuals navigating the autism spectrum and complex intellectual developmental disorders.
Issues
Because this is a comprehensive hospital-based network, clinicians are well-equipped to manage life challenges that complicate behavioral health, such as underlying medical trauma and severe sleep disorders. Dedicated infectious disease departments also handle concurrent challenges like HIV/AIDS, ensuring physical stressors are addressed right alongside emotional ones.
Programs
A standout feature of their whole-person approach is the Center for Spiritual Care & Education, which provides around-the-clock chaplains for families navigating difficult medical decisions or personal crises. This spiritual emphasis ensures that a patient's emotional and meaning-making needs are honored appropriately, regardless of their faith backgrounds.
On-site
Amenities
Located across an expansive network with a LEED® Silver certified main campus in Indianapolis, the environment is deliberately designed to foster healing. Patients and visitors can find quiet retreat in the Naphtali Isaac Eskenazi Sanctuary, or request a comforting bedside visit from one of the hospital’s certified therapy dogs, like Balou or Zen Laya.
Coverage
Payment
As Marion County's dedicated safety-net health provider, the network prioritizes health equity and accessible services for all residents regardless of their financial circumstances. Prospective patients can connect with the centralized billing office or use the online MyChart portal to navigate pricing information and explore coverage options.
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
Through sites like the Pedigo Health Center and the broader Marion County network, this system is built to serve the entire Indianapolis community, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Their inclusive model explicitly supports vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, seniors, and LGBTQ+ individuals seeking accessible, compassionate care.
Populations Served
Languages
Additional Services
Delivering whole-person care means wrapping behavioral interventions in robust primary care and physical health services. Patients can easily transition between specialty pharmacy services, pregnancy and OB care coordination, and dedicated crisis stabilization under one unified system.
About
Facility Info
Operating as a nonprofit, hospital-based program, this organization is deeply embedded in the heart of the city. To ensure equitable access for their diverse urban community, they offer comprehensive translation services and maintain a strong commitment to broad accessibility for all who seek help.
Credentials
Accreditations
Eskenazi Health is recognized by the Lown Institute with multiple badges for avoiding overuse, providing robust community benefit, and championing health equity. The system also proudly maintains active accreditations and environmental certifications, reflecting a long-term institutional commitment to patient safety and quality care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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