Forbes Hospital

2570 Haymaker Road Monroeville, PA 15146
Inpatient
Forbes Regional Hospital PA 15146

About Forbes Hospital

Forbes Regional Hospital provides emergency care as well as many speciality services such as psychiatry and mental health services. Located in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, they are part of the larger Allegheny Health Network.

They offer treatment for a large list of concerns such as depression, bipolar disorder and substance abuse. The care team includes mental health therapists, social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists.

Their inpatient treatment can accommodate 37 patients who are in serious crisis. During your stay, you’ll receive medication management, individual and group counseling and electroconvulsive therapy.

If you don’t need 24/7 care, there are day treatments you can use. Both their partial hospitalization program and intensive outpatient program are available depending on how many hours of treatment you’ll need each week.

Forbes Regional Hospital accepts most insurance providers such as Aetna, AmeriHealth Caritas, Cigna, Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield, Humana, Life Pittsburgh and Martin’s Point Health Care.

Latest Reviews

Kristin Wieskamp
1 week ago on Google
1
I need to share my experience as a birth photographer.I recently photographed a client's birth here. Not only have I witnessed several births, but I'm a mom of 3 kids myself so I'm very familiar with birth/labor/delivery etc.First of all, the staff did not do a good job of asking for consent for cervix checks. They would come in and say something like "I'm going to do a cervix check now" before checking the mother's cervix. They also did SEVERAL cervix checks after her water broke (at least 6, maybe more) in the couple of hours I was there, which is a huge infection risk.Second, I couldn't believe the incompetence of the staff. The mom was having an unmedicated induction. At one point, her body started pushing through contractions on its own. They did another cervix check, told her that she was at 8cm, scolded her for pushing because it's "not safe" and then LEFT THE ROOM. y'all. I've witnessed enough births to know that if mom is pushing on her own and she can't stop, baby is about to arrive. Maybe 3 minutes later, she has a contraction that sounded different than the others, and I look and she's CROWNING. Still, nobody is in the room. I had to run out to the hall to tell them that she was crowning. The nurses were just chilling out at the nurse's station and they acted *so surprised* that mom was crowning because "she was only 8cm" (women don't have to dilate to 10 all the time!). Isn't this their literal job? To know when a baby is about to be born? I've only witnessed a handful of births and even I knew! They then had the nerve to tell her "do exactly as we say" while pushing her onto her back - as if they weren't incompetent as to what was happening this entire time.As a birth professional - I was also treated very poorly. The nurses were clearly unhappy that I was there, one of them even came in to instruct me on what I was/was not allowed to photograph (I wasn't hired by them, I was hired by the mom). I stood in the back corner when baby was coming out, out of the way, and a nurse came and stood directly in front of my camera during delivery.Anyways. I wouldn't give birth here. I wouldn't trust these doctors and nurses with my baby's life. They clearly don't know what they're doing.
Mark Adams
1 week ago on Google
5
I want to thank everyone who took care of me in room 5027. For my 3 day stay. You were all wonderful. Thanks again.
Nate Dubich
1 week ago on Google
1
Made everyone leave the waiting room that wasn't a patient regardless if they had a vehicle or not in the middle of December.
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Accepted Insurance

Forbes Hospital works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Inpatient rehab provides clients with an opportunity to focus solely on their sobriety away from the stressors of the home and workplace. Clients receive housing, food, and intensive clinical supervision. They also typically engage in multiple addiction counseling sessions each week, including daily individual, group, and/or family sessions. Most programs also prioritize recovery-focused life skills training, including courses in relapse prevention. Many facilities offer evidence-based holistic therapies, such as yoga and meditation.
24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care
Because the severity of withdrawal symptoms can fluctuate, constant monitoring under 24-hour clinical care in Pennsylvania is recommended for early recovery. As you undergo detox, medical staff will supervise your health and ensure severe symptoms do not develop or threaten your life. Professional counselors will also be available to treat mental and emotional health needs.

Treatments

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Family therapy teaches individual family members in Pennsylvania the benefits of collectively combating addiction. Therapists help individual members establish healthy boundaries between themselves and their loved one who is struggling with addiction. This helps improve emotional support systems and creates a bond so families work together to sustain long term recovery.

The goal of nutrition therapy is to help you understand how your diet affects your overall health. It teaches you healthy eating habits, which speed up your recovery and give you the nutrients you need for long term physical and mental health.

Incorporating recreational therapy into drug and alcohol addiction programs in Pennsylvania helps you rebuild your life and maintain sobriety by discovering new interests and developing healthy coping mechanisms. Recreational activities can include painting, team sports, and hiking to promote physical and mental health.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Mark Rubino, MD

President

Ezz-Eldin Moukamal, MD

Chief Medical Officer

Lynn Kosar, MSN, RN, NEA-BC

Chief Nursing Officer

Kim Semelsberger

Chief Financial Officer

Jeffery Carlson

Chief Operating Officer

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (412) 858-2000
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2570 Haymaker Road
Monroeville, PA 15146

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Kristin Wieskamp
1 week ago
1

I need to share my experience as a birth photographer.I recently photographed a client's birth here. Not only have I witnessed several births, but I'm a mom of 3 kids myself so I'm very familiar with birth/labor/delivery etc.First of all, the staff did not do a good job of asking for consent for cervix checks. They would come in and say something like "I'm going to do a cervix check now" before checking the mother's cervix. They also did SEVERAL cervix checks after her water broke (at least 6, maybe more) in the couple of hours I was there, which is a huge infection risk.Second, I couldn't believe the incompetence of the staff. The mom was having an unmedicated induction. At one point, her body started pushing through contractions on its own. They did another cervix check, told her that she was at 8cm, scolded her for pushing because it's "not safe" and then LEFT THE ROOM. y'all. I've witnessed enough births to know that if mom is pushing on her own and she can't stop, baby is about to arrive. Maybe 3 minutes later, she has a contraction that sounded different than the others, and I look and she's CROWNING. Still, nobody is in the room. I had to run out to the hall to tell them that she was crowning. The nurses were just chilling out at the nurse's station and they acted *so surprised* that mom was crowning because "she was only 8cm" (women don't have to dilate to 10 all the time!). Isn't this their literal job? To know when a baby is about to be born? I've only witnessed a handful of births and even I knew! They then had the nerve to tell her "do exactly as we say" while pushing her onto her back - as if they weren't incompetent as to what was happening this entire time.As a birth professional - I was also treated very poorly. The nurses were clearly unhappy that I was there, one of them even came in to instruct me on what I was/was not allowed to photograph (I wasn't hired by them, I was hired by the mom). I stood in the back corner when baby was coming out, out of the way, and a nurse came and stood directly in front of my camera during delivery.Anyways. I wouldn't give birth here. I wouldn't trust these doctors and nurses with my baby's life. They clearly don't know what they're doing.

Mark Adams
1 week ago
5

I want to thank everyone who took care of me in room 5027. For my 3 day stay. You were all wonderful. Thanks again.

Nate Dubich
1 week ago
1

Made everyone leave the waiting room that wasn't a patient regardless if they had a vehicle or not in the middle of December.

Kimberly Mooney
3 weeks ago
1

Psychiatric unit was very unprofessional

Barbara McCormick
1 month ago
1

Hospital case manager/social worker DECLINED available referral skilled nursing bed at Seneca Place for 94 year-old, legally blind, terminally ill patient (breast cancer) peritoneal carcinomatosis, bowel obstruction. Thank goodness for documentation, paper trails, and cell phone records. Insurance companies do require permission and advise you of recorded calls.No NG tube for bowel obstruction, or drain/catheter inserted at Forbes for ascites (8.34 lbs). Patient discharged, then readmitted to a closer hospital (AGH ) twice more, vomiting bile, bowel obstruction, malignant ascites. Drain/catheter inserted after THIRD hospital admission (AGH), no NG tube. Dumped by AGH back to Skilled Nursing, still vomiting bile.Appalling PA. Hospitals/Staff, that indignantly blame Medicaid patients for the lack of care & treatment that they receive.Filing a grievance.

Gail Susan O'Brien
1 month ago
5

Your staff is The Best. Thank you all so much for your tireless service and kindness

Ernest Johnson
1 month ago
5

Morgan Stairs
1 month ago
1

Wouldn t recommend this place even if it were the only hospital to go to. Took my fianc� there for severe chest pains where she couldn t even stand up straight. All they did was run some tests and repeatedly told us her heartbeat was abnormal and low but just sent us back out into the waiting room. Recommend taking yourself or anyone somewhere better than here.

Bethany Sanders
1 month ago
1

I took my husband here for them to let him sit in the waiting room for over an hour in so much pain his body was shaking they then took him back to another sitting area in the er and wouldn't let me go back until it was time for him to leave an hour later the doctor only came and seen him once and they didn't give him anything for the pain until he was discharge they did nothing to help him so he remained in pain until I took him to a different hospital a few days later. We were told that if he would have went another day or two without the correct treatment he wouldn't be with us today because the infection that forbs hospital blew off went to the bone behind his ear and the bone was completed infected another day it would have went to his brain and killed him... please for the safety of your family and yourself go to a Hispital that will treat you with respect and not ignore your calls.

Tamara Hauman
1 month ago
5

I cannot speak for any other department but labor and delivery. The doctors and clinical staff are absolutely amazing! Had two great and memorable births here! Thanks for everything ! Oh and the hospital food really isn t bad..the meals delivered to my room were pretty good and always delivered hot and with care!

Jack Barfield
2 months ago
1

Place is god awful, my mother has been there for 2 days, going on 3. She got very minimal answers as to what s going on, still have no clue what the deal is. Then go an tell her she will be released today, just to change their mind for absolutely no reason, no extra tests, no other examinations.. definitely do not recomend this hospital if unless you re looking for a reason to get pissed off!

Scott Sullivan
2 months ago
5

Was well treated. Dr.'s were all very through. Was informed and comforted in all aspects. Also nurse Janet H. Was wonderful and competent and compassionate.

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