First Health Network PHP Coverage in Tennessee

Freeman Recovery Center accepts First Health Network insurance for Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) at our Dickson, Tennessee facility. If you or someone you love is ready to begin structured daytime addiction treatment, your First Health Network behavioral health benefits may cover a significant portion of the cost. Call (615) 645-3677 or verify your benefits online to find out exactly what your plan covers before your first day of care.

Does First Health Network Cover PHP for Addiction in Tennessee?

Yes. Freeman Recovery Center is an accepted provider for First Health Network, and PHP for substance use disorder and dual diagnosis treatment is a covered benefit under most First Health Network plans. That said, coverage details vary by plan tier, employer group, and whether medical necessity criteria are met. The fastest way to know what your specific plan pays is to let our admissions team run a free verification of benefits on your behalf.

First Health Network operates as a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) network, which means members typically have access to a broad range of in-network providers with lower out-of-pocket costs. Freeman Recovery Center’s Dickson, TN outpatient facility participates in this network, positioning PHP as an accessible, insurance-backed option for people in Middle Tennessee and beyond.

What PHP at Freeman Recovery Center Looks Like with First Health

Partial Hospitalization is a structured level of care that fills the space between residential treatment and standard outpatient. At Freeman Recovery Center’s Dickson campus, PHP runs as daytime clinical programming, Monday through Friday, with patients returning home or to supportive sober living housing each evening.

A typical PHP day at FRC includes individual therapy, group therapy sessions, and evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), as well as psychiatric support when co-occurring mental health conditions are part of the clinical picture. For patients with dual diagnosis, FRC’s PHP addresses both the substance use disorder and the underlying psychiatric condition concurrently, rather than treating them as separate problems.

PHP is frequently used as a step-down after completing residential treatment at FRC’s Burns, TN campus. It can also serve as a first level of formal care for patients who do not require 24-hour supervision but need more structure than weekly outpatient appointments can provide.

For patients who lack stable housing, FRC’s gender-specific sober living homes across Middle Tennessee are available to PHP participants, removing one of the most common practical barriers to completing outpatient treatment.

How First Health Network Partial Hospitalization Coverage Works

Understanding how your benefits apply to PHP requires looking at a few specific details in your plan. Here is what our admissions team typically reviews when verifying First Health Network benefits for PHP:

In-network status: Freeman Recovery Center’s participation in the First Health Network means your in-network cost-sharing rates apply, which generally means lower deductibles and copays than out-of-network care.

• Deductible and out-of-pocket maximum: If your annual deductible has already been met, your cost for PHP may be significantly lower. Our team checks this during verification.
• Medical necessity criteria: First Health Network, like most commercial carriers, requires that PHP be deemed medically necessary. Our clinical team provides the documentation needed to support this determination.
• Number of days authorized: Most plans authorize PHP in blocks of days and require periodic clinical reviews. FRC’s billing and utilization management team handles ongoing authorization so patients can focus on treatment.
• Dual diagnosis coverage: If you have both a substance use disorder and a co-occurring mental health condition, your plan may authorize additional coverage for integrated dual diagnosis PHP. FRC is specifically equipped to treat both simultaneously.

Have questions about how your First Health Network plan applies to PHP?

Call (615) 645-3677 or visit our online insurance verification page. Our admissions team will review your benefits at no cost and explain exactly what your plan covers.

Verifying Your First Health Network Benefits at Freeman Recovery Center

The verification process at FRC is free, confidential, and takes only a few minutes to initiate. Here is how it works:

1. Contact our admissions team by calling (615) 645-3677 or submitting your insurance information.
2. Provide your First Health Network member ID and basic plan information. You can find this on your insurance card.
3. Our team contacts First Health Network directly to confirm your behavioral health benefits, in-network status, deductible status, and any preauthorization requirements for PHP.
4. We share the results with you clearly, including what the plan is likely to cover and what your estimated out-of-pocket responsibility will be.
5. If you’re ready to move forward, same-day admissions are available. FRC can often admit patients the same day benefits are confirmed.

There is no obligation to enroll when you verify your benefits. The goal is to give you clear financial information so you can make a confident decision.

Why Patients Choose Freeman Recovery Center for PHP

FRC has been treating addiction and dual diagnosis in Tennessee since Shawn Baker co-founded the organization, starting with a single sober living home in 2008 and building into one of the state’s larger private addiction treatment networks. Today, FRC serves more than 350 patients daily across 60-plus properties and maintains Joint Commission accreditation, which the organization has held since 2014 and which represents the highest accreditation standard available to healthcare institutions. The facility is also licensed by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS), LegitScript certified, and listed in the SAMHSA federal treatment locator.

A few things that differentiate Freeman Recovery Center for patients using First Health Network for PHP:

• More than 50% of FRC staff are personally in recovery. This shapes the culture of care in ways that clinical credentials alone cannot.
• Full continuum under one organization. If your clinical needs shift, FRC can transition you between detox, residential, PHP, IOP, and sober living without changing providers.
• Dual diagnosis expertise. PHP at FRC addresses co-occurring depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, borderline personality disorder (BPD), and mood disorders alongside substance use, concurrently rather than sequentially.
• The “Arise” faith-based track is an optional, Christ-centered programming option within PHP for patients who want a spiritually integrated approach alongside evidence-based treatment.
• Sober living access for PHP patients. Stable housing should not be a reason someone misses out on PHP. FRC’s sober living network gives outpatient patients a structured, substance-free place to live while they complete the program.

Frequently Asked Questions: First Health Network PHP Coverage