Admissions

We understand that the decision to seek residential eating disorder treatment can be a challenging and sometimes overwhelming one, and we applaud you for making it. Our staff will walk you through the admission process and do all they can to assist you in a smooth transition into the program. If you have any questions, contact us at (952) 361-4279.

Insurance

We are happy to assist you with insurance submissions. Please contact us at (952) 361-4279 or info@emilyprogram.com for additional information. The Anna Westin House accepts the following insurance:

  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Health Partners (Specialty Network)
  • Medica (United Behavioral Health)
  • Preferred One

Arrangements may be made with other insurance companies on a case-by-case basis.

Admission Process

Step 1. Initial Phone Call to the Anna Westin House

  • During the initial phone call, our staff collects demographic and insurance information and answers preliminary questions. We will arrange a phone intake with a therapist for potential residents who seek admission.
  • We send insurance information to our Patient Accounts and Utilization Review Manager for benefit review and determination.

Step 2. Intake with a Therapist

  • We schedule a phone or in-person intake with the primary Anna Westin House therapist to discuss treatment needs, potential admission date, and particular resident needs. For adolescents, this intake includes parents. We encourage adults seeking admission to involve family members or supportive others in the intake.
  • Releases and pre-admission documentation are requested.

Step 3. Pre-Admission Documentation and Releases

  • You sign release(s) of information for any current outpatient team member(s) that you would like involved in or made aware of your care at the Anna Westin House.
  • Please have your health care providers fax or send pre-admission documentation to the Anna Westin House:

    Anna Westin House
    112067 Stone Creek Drive
    Chaska, MN 55318
    Fax: (952) 448-5622

Pre-Admission Documentation:

  1. Laboratory Tests (completed in the last 30 days)
    • Electrolyte Chemistry Panel (including potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, phosphorus, magnesium)
    • CBC with Differential
    • Liver Function Panel
    • Prealbumin
  2. Other Tests (completed in the last 30 days)
    • EKG
    • Urine analysis
    • Physical exam findings
  3. Other pertinent medical history and records pertaining to previous treatments, including:
    • Most recent psychological evaluation/intake
    • Most recent psychiatric progress note
    • Most recent nutrition intake and progress note

Step 4. Establish Admission Date

  • We will establish the admission date and finalize admission details.