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Frequently Asked Questions2020-03-05T17:49:25-07:00

Common Questions & Inquiries

Please take a moment to read the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions, listed below. If you have additional questions, please reach out for help.

Following a confidential assessment, our experts will identify the most appropriate type of treatment and make a referral to the program that is determined to be the best fit. We work together with our patients and their families to encourage the best possible outcome and ongoing plan for success. Visit our Admissions page for additional information.

The length of time a patient is in treatment can vary based on diagnosis, personal dynamics and other factors. See our Programs page for more information on program components.

Absolutely. Rigorously enforced laws of confidentiality help protect your right to privacy. We cannot confirm or deny your presence in our facility without your written permission.

Peachford is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Counselors are available to assist you with your questions any time of the day or night. Appointments can be made for the same day, and we also accept walk-in appointments. Please call 770-455-3200 anytime.

We welcome referrals by medical or mental health caregivers, case managers, employee assistance programs, family members, community agencies, school counselors, hospitals, clergy, friends and patients themselves. If you would like further information, call our assessment and referral counselors at 770-455-3200. If you’re a referring medical professional, you can also use our Professional Referrals Form.

We are an approved provider for most major insurance companies and managed care plans, but you can call us at 770-455-3200 to determine if Peachford accepts your insurance plan and the level of coverage. Peachford works closely with patients, their families, agency representatives, insurance companies, employee assistance programs (EAP) and managed care providers to determine all possible payment options. In addition, Peachford will accept direct payment of fees for individuals who do not have or do not want to use their insurance. Visit our Insurance Information page for more details.

Our patients will live on a unit with other patients who may have experienced similar symptoms or situations to those that brought them into the hospital. We utilize group therapy to assist and encourage patients to interact with others to share issues and to aid in stabilizing the symptoms that lead to hospitalization.

Seven days a week, 24 hours a day, we provide assessments and nursing care to monitor response to medications, detox symptoms, and any other medical factors that require attention during the stabilization of your mental health. Visit our Admissions page for more information on the assessment process.

Family involvement is highly encouraged. Through education, we help our patients’ loved ones understand what leads to a crisis, teach them how to develop a crisis plan and show them what the next step in treatment will be. Because family involvement is so valuable in a patient’s recovery, Peachford offers parenting classes in addition to family therapy sessions.

Discharge from the hospital is not the end of treatment but the beginning of the patient’s recovery journey. Treatment may also continue at other levels of care, such as a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) or through outpatient therapy.

You can view photos throughout our website, and our virtual tour will take you through the entire facility.

Visiting hours vary by unit and can be found on our Visitors page. Our first priority is the safety of our patients and guests, so we ask that visitors keep personal items with them at all times. For safety, sanitation and dietary management purposes, visitors are asked not to bring food items into the facility.

We’re Here to Help

Asking for help often feels like a scary hurdle to jump, but we’re here to walk you through it. Take the first step in discovering what life without crisis can feel like. Call Peachford Hospital at 770-455-3200 or visit our facility for a no-cost, confidential assessment by one of our licensed behavioral health professionals. We’re available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help determine your individual needs and help find the best program for you or your loved one. For additional questions about our programs, call us or submit your inquiry through our online contact form. In the case of a medical emergency or crisis, please dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

 

Peachford Hospital

2151 Peachford Road,
Dunwoody, GA 30338

Phone: 770-455-3200
Fax: 770-454-5589

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Physicians are on the medical staff of Peachford Hospital, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Peachford Hospital. The facility shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. Model representations of real patients are shown. TRICARE® is a registered trademark of the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency. All rights reserved. There are risks associated with any treatment procedure and individual results may vary. Please consult the dedicated professionals within the ECT program at Peachford Hospital to assess if you are a candidate for ECT treatment. Our medical staff will also consult with you on the risks and benefits of ECT treatment if you are a suitable candidate.

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