Financing Residential Treatment - HOW?

A young woman who is in residential / inpatient treatment - and desperately needs it - doesn't have the money for the insurance co-payments, which run aprox $160.00 per day. ( x 30 - 60 days - we're not sure yet.) Once she's out, she'll have the expense of all the follow-up care (MD, individual therapist, nutritional counseling, group.)  Where are people getting the money to pay for treatment?  Are there any resources I can contact to ask for financial aide?

Thanks so much for any guidance you can give.

[Patricia Pitts, PhD]

Dear kalola,

There are still a few organizations that offer healthcare or medical loan for those seeking medical/psychiatric treatment.  Try researching different medical loans online to see if there is one right for your needs.

For more information on eating disorders, visit the bella vita website.

Best,

Dr Patricia Pitts
The Bella Vita
Los Angeles, CA