Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Is ACUTE a residential treatment program?
No, ACUTE is an inpatient medical hospitalization unit that specializes in the medical stabilization and refeeding of patients with severe eating disorders and malnutrition.
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What’s the difference between inpatient medical hospitalization and inpatient psychiatric hospitalization?
Inpatient medical hospitalization and inpatient psychiatric hospitalization serve different patient needs. Medical hospitalization concentrates on stabilizing severe physical health conditions, while psychiatric hospitalization offers crisis intervention and intensive mental health care.
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Do you accept patients without eating disorders?
Yes, ACUTE treats patients with severe malnutrition regardless of the cause.
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Am I too sick for ACUTE?
No, it’s likely that ACUTE is exactly where you need to be. No patient is “too sick” for treatment! Recovery is possible regardless of how long you’ve been struggling or how serious your condition is.
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Am I sick enough to admit?
Our admissions team will conduct a thorough assessment for each patient to determine if they meet our admissions criteria.
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Does ACUTE accept patients at a normal or higher weight?
Yes! ACUTE is not only for patients with low weight. You may still need medical stabilization at a normal or high weight, especially after rapid, significant weight loss.
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What insurance do you accept?
ACUTE is in network with many major insurance companies.
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Can I be involuntarily committed?
While involuntary treatment through a mental health hold can save lives, fewer than 5% of our patients are admitted involuntarily.
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Do I need a referral?
No, patients are encouraged to self-refer if they believe they need care at ACUTE.
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I’m too sick to travel, how do I get to ACUTE?
We partner with air ambulance providers when needed to transport patients who are too ill to fly commercially or drive. Our admissions team will work with you to determine eligibility and arrange transfer. Contact admissions.
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What is a day at ACUTE like?
A day at ACUTE includes morning labs and vitals, private supervised meals, 1:1 sessions with a multidisciplinary team, optional therapies and safe free-time activities.
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What can I bring to ACUTE?
Bring one week of comfortable clothing, toiletries, medications in original packaging, personal entertainment and small comforts like pillows or photos.
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Can my loved ones visit me? What are the visiting hours?
Absolutely! View our visitor policy.
More questions?
Navigating the life-threatening medical complications that can accompany severe eating disorders and malnutrition can be very stressful and raise many questions. Feel free to contact our team with any other questions.