UPMC Somerset Emergency Department

225 South Center Avenue
Somerset, PA 15501

Somerset Hospital PA 15501

About UPMC Somerset Emergency Department

UPMC Somerset Hospital is located in Somerset, Pennsylvania. They offer inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services for adults and seniors. They accept most insurance plans and offer financial assistance and payment plans and may accept Medicare.

They have an inpatient facility with 18 beds to help you battle emotional and behavioral problems through all stages of life. Their behavioral health services team strives to provide an environment for recovery and resilience. Their mental health treatment team is made up of a psychiatrist, registered nurses, a psychiatric technician and a social worker with several years of behavioral and emotional health experience and knowledge.

The adult program at Somerset treats those who are anxious or depressed, have mood and behavioral disorders, have tendencies to physically harm or assault people due to psychiatric diagnosis, have extremely disturbing thoughts and emotional difficulties, or are a serious threat to other people and have suicidal thoughts or tendencies. The senior program helps people who are 65 years old and over who deal with emotional problems. They could have issues with anxiety and depression or a psychiatric disorder. These issues may result in aggressive and physically assaulting behaviors and a distinct inability to care for themselves. Treatment integrates prescribed mental health and psychiatric regimens so they aren’t a danger to others.

Latest Reviews

Leon Mascetti
2 weeks ago on Google
2
The problem I ran into at the ER is that they have been practicing a very strict emergency treatment protocol which results in not so friendly consequences. They give priority to the most critical cases and tend to only provide medication and referrals to patients who meet the definition of having a true emergencysituationinconditiondicine..
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi Leon, We care about your health and providing the highest level of patient satisfaction. We d like to receive additional details about your visit at the UPMC Somerset Emergency Department in order to improve future experiences for patients. Please fill out the brief form found at UPMC.com/Feedback to speak with a patient representative. Thank you in advance for providing us with valuable feedback!
Tim
1 month ago on Google
5
Today my wife had a sudden illness and was in great distress. ER staff quickly signed her in, triaged, and treated her pain with 100% relief. Tests, lab work and diagnosis provided. Many thanks to the ER staff today Oct 9!
Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hi Tim, We appreciate you taking the time to share about your experience at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department. Your feedback is very important to us and valuable to other patients looking for high-quality care. We hope you have a wonderful day!
Penny Wiltrout
1 month ago on Google
1
i was in the emergency room sat 28th of sept 2024 i was taken in by ambulance i never had a experience of this sickness before and rather scared me the day dr started with me but early a change of drs at7 i am so sorry i can not remember his name i know it started with a s was the rudeness dr i have every came across! honestly he made me feel worse!! he may have the smarts but not a good career for him if he can not handle pressure or a little bed side manner would be nice my husband wanted to talk to him i told dr to tell my husband what i had to have which was a blood transfusion he walked out on my husband then my husband went out front of my door he knew my husband wanted to talk to him instead he hollered at my husband for being in a private place we could not help it if my room was right outside . he never did talk to him when he walked into my room i told him most people want out of the hospital but i was afraid to go home god forbid i sd wrong thing he should have told me what was coming up for my treatment instead he sd very rude i am not admitting you you want to go to a nursing home that was so uncalled for he really upset me then proceeded to tell i was going to have a blood transfusion and would be in for 8 more hrs why did he not say that when i sd i was scared to go home instead of suggesting a nursing home 8 more hrs was alot more time and i was not going home right away !! i hope i never have to go to the emergency room again nurse was witness i sd is he always that rude she sd at times. sick patient does not need that !! no one needs that but especially if you are sick and do not know whats wrong so i never had a blood transfusion before so i followed up with my doctor and reports was sent to him there is something going on that i am losing blood so my dr sent me for alot of blood work and thats where i am at now the thing is the doctor that treated me his demeanor was awful and i am sure i have not been the only one he was rude and unprofessional you know my insurance pays his salary i sure hope this is brought to his attention that he treats no other patient like i was treated he needs to be reprimanded or he will continue with these actions that are not expectable!! penny wheeler wiltrout .
Response from the owner1 week ago
Hi Penny, Our goal is to provide high-quality patient care and excellent customer service. Based on your low rating, it appears that your visit at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department didn t meet your expectations. Please contact us by filling out the brief form found at UPMC.com/Feedback to share more about your recent experience with a patient representative. Thank you in advance for providing us with valuable feedback!

Location

Accepted Insurance

UPMC Somerset Emergency Department 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

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.

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.

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

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient rehabs specialize in providing comprehensive care for clients who choose to remain in their homes and communities during treatment. Their services may include transitional support for clients stepping down from intensive inpatient programming. Ambulatory medical detox may be provided for clients at low risk for withdrawal complications. Many programs include evening, night, and weekend services to accommodate clients who are working professionals or caregivers. Addiction counseling and life skills training are common treatment modalities.
inpatient iconInpatient
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Clients receiving services from a rehab aftercare program are usually stable and in the maintenance phase of recovery, having completed detox and/or intensive inpatient treatment. Rehab aftercare services can vary widely based on clients' individual and evolving needs, but often include peer coaching, relapse prevention support, 12 step program induction, and medical, mental health, and social service referrals. Individual care plans are typically developed by the client in partnership with their case manager and care team.
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.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
A medical detox is the safest way to wean your body off drugs and/or alcohol in an inpatient setting. When detoxing from addictive substances, the physical and psychological side effects of withdrawal can cause mood swings, anxiety, nausea, or flu-like symptoms. In medically assisted detox, a team of medical professionals are on hand 24/7 to help alleviate potential withdrawal symptoms, administer medications to alleviate withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately keep you safe and comfortable throughout this process.

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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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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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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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
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Hearing Impaired Program
A sensory disability, such as hearing impairment, can compound the challenges of addiction recovery. Drug rehabs that are specially designed to accommodate the needs of persons with hearing impairments will include special accessibility features and accommodations to make treatment as comfortable and effective as possible. This may include access to American Sign Language interpreters.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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.

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.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

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.

Amenities

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting

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 (814) 443-5000
Building icon

225 South Center Avenue
Somerset, PA 15501

Edited by:
Kerry Nenn, BSW

Reviews of UPMC Somerset Emergency Department

2.3/5 (73 reviews)
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2.3 (73 reviews)
Leon Mascetti
2 weeks ago
2

The problem I ran into at the ER is that they have been practicing a very strict emergency treatment protocol which results in not so friendly consequences. They give priority to the most critical cases and tend to only provide medication and referrals to patients who meet the definition of having a true emergencysituationinconditiondicine..

Response from the owner2 weeks ago
Hi Leon, We care about your health and providing the highest level of patient satisfaction. We d like to receive additional details about your visit at the UPMC Somerset Emergency Department in order to improve future experiences for patients. Please fill out the brief form found at UPMC.com/Feedback to speak with a patient representative. Thank you in advance for providing us with valuable feedback!
Tim
1 month ago
5

Today my wife had a sudden illness and was in great distress. ER staff quickly signed her in, triaged, and treated her pain with 100% relief. Tests, lab work and diagnosis provided. Many thanks to the ER staff today Oct 9!

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Tim, We appreciate you taking the time to share about your experience at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department. Your feedback is very important to us and valuable to other patients looking for high-quality care. We hope you have a wonderful day!
Penny Wiltrout
1 month ago
1

i was in the emergency room sat 28th of sept 2024 i was taken in by ambulance i never had a experience of this sickness before and rather scared me the day dr started with me but early a change of drs at7 i am so sorry i can not remember his name i know it started with a s was the rudeness dr i have every came across! honestly he made me feel worse!! he may have the smarts but not a good career for him if he can not handle pressure or a little bed side manner would be nice my husband wanted to talk to him i told dr to tell my husband what i had to have which was a blood transfusion he walked out on my husband then my husband went out front of my door he knew my husband wanted to talk to him instead he hollered at my husband for being in a private place we could not help it if my room was right outside . he never did talk to him when he walked into my room i told him most people want out of the hospital but i was afraid to go home god forbid i sd wrong thing he should have told me what was coming up for my treatment instead he sd very rude i am not admitting you you want to go to a nursing home that was so uncalled for he really upset me then proceeded to tell i was going to have a blood transfusion and would be in for 8 more hrs why did he not say that when i sd i was scared to go home instead of suggesting a nursing home 8 more hrs was alot more time and i was not going home right away !! i hope i never have to go to the emergency room again nurse was witness i sd is he always that rude she sd at times. sick patient does not need that !! no one needs that but especially if you are sick and do not know whats wrong so i never had a blood transfusion before so i followed up with my doctor and reports was sent to him there is something going on that i am losing blood so my dr sent me for alot of blood work and thats where i am at now the thing is the doctor that treated me his demeanor was awful and i am sure i have not been the only one he was rude and unprofessional you know my insurance pays his salary i sure hope this is brought to his attention that he treats no other patient like i was treated he needs to be reprimanded or he will continue with these actions that are not expectable!! penny wheeler wiltrout .

Response from the owner1 month ago
Hi Penny, Our goal is to provide high-quality patient care and excellent customer service. Based on your low rating, it appears that your visit at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department didn t meet your expectations. Please contact us by filling out the brief form found at UPMC.com/Feedback to share more about your recent experience with a patient representative. Thank you in advance for providing us with valuable feedback!
Paul Chaney
5 months ago
1

Literally the slowest hospital I have ever been to. Waited 6 hours just to have blood drawn and be tested for lime disease. Never checked on once everyone was too worried about sitting around on their phones. Took 20 minutes after ringing the call button for someone to come to the room. Ridiculously slow and terrible care service

Response from the owner4 months ago
Hi Paul, We don t want our patients to have long waits. At the UPMC Somerset Emergency Department, we strive to see all our patients in a timely manner while providing high-quality patient care and excellent customer service. Please contact a patient representative by filling out the brief form found at UPMC.com/Feedback to share your concerns in more detail. Thank you in advance for providing us with valuable feedback!
Kelly Conn
9 months ago
5

UPMC took over the Somerset hospital and it made it so much more better! The nurses work very hard making sure everything is working properly and everyone has what they need. I had to have back surgery and had stayed over night I was very well taken care of...I had no problems with anyone they all was very helpful, especially Jodie, Eunice and Brenda they was with me the most during my time there.. They were once patients themselves at one time so they thought about those little things that made it all the better.. It's those little things in life that matters most (in my opinion)..If you didn't call for your food when it was time your phone would ring to make sure you wouldn't miss having something before the kitchen closed for the night.. Somerset hospital has some a long way and it's only getting better and better.. Thank you for everything to ALL of my nurses and to DR. Sharma For doing an amazing job on my surgery.. He is the only Surgeon who will make sure you have a back brace and a Ice pack that Velcros around your waist Both are top of the Line..

Response from the owner8 months ago
Hi Kelly, We appreciate you taking the time to share about your experience at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department. Your feedback is very important to us and valuable to other patients looking for high-quality care. We hope you have a wonderful day!
Mark Gartner
9 months ago
1

Response from the owner9 months ago
Hi Mark, Our goal is to provide high-quality patient care and excellent customer service. Based on your low rating, it appears that your visit at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department didn t meet your expectations. Please contact us by filling out the brief form found at UPMC.com/Feedback to share more about your recent experience with a patient representative. Thank you in advance for providing us with valuable feedback!
Cathy Quinn (Cathy)
10 months ago
1

Dr did not properly stitch a intesten and my mom passed from septis. Avoid this hospital at all cost

Response from the owner10 months ago
Hi Cathy, We d like to receive additional details about your mom's experience at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department in order to improve future experiences for patients. Please fill out the brief form found at UPMC.com/Feedback to speak with a patient representative. Thank you in advance for providing us with valuable feedback!
Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum
1 year ago
1

The worse hospital you can go to if you want to live, from billing my insurance to billing me it was all messed up the care is nonexistent. They let the veteran nurses and doctors go and replaced them with Non-compassionate and cheaper pay grade.

Response from the owner1 year ago
It is our goal to provide excellent customer service and quality patient care. �We apologize that we did not meet the standard of care you expected. Please consider filling out the "Share Your Experience" form on our website at: https://upmc.me/feedback so a member of our team can contact you. Thank you.
Sherri Brunelle
1 year ago
1

My son sliced his arm open on the slopes today and we were told it was a 1.5 hour wait for him to get sutures and we are still sitting here 5 hours later waiting excuse after excuse but you can hear the doctor asking the nurse who is next in the hallway and she says you have a few lacerations but why don t you see this lady real quick. Then you see an inmate brought in 3 hours into your wait and leave out a hour later. This area is SOL if this is all they got!! Take me back to Virginia, we won t return back here ever for a family vacation.

Response from the owner1 year ago
Sherri, we do not want our patients to have long waits. It is important for us to share this information formally with the department leaders so that they can review your concerns in more detail. Please consider filling out the "Share Your Experience" form on our website at: https://upmc.me/feedback so a member of our team can contact you. Thank you for making us aware.
Travis Slayton
1 year ago
1

5 hours and still waiting to bee seen never again

Response from the owner1 year ago
Hi Travis, We do not want our patients to have long waits and would like to learn more about your experience. Please consider filling out the "Share Your Experience" form on our website at: UPMC.com/Feedback so a member of our team can contact you. Thank you!
Corey Mack
1 year ago
1

Just sat there for 6hrs as I watch other people get treated why cuz I had something in eye you don't want to deal with worthless hospital

Response from the owner1 year ago
Corey, we do not want our patients to have long waits. It is important for us to share this information formally with the department leaders so that they can review your concerns in more detail. �In order to do that, please contact our patient representative team at 717-782-5503 or please complete this brief form: https://www.upmc.com/campaigns/southcentral-pa/contact#patientreps. Thank you for making us aware.
Kendal Horst
1 year ago
5

Very helpful and considerate staff and doctor!!

Response from the owner1 year ago
Hi Kendal, Thank you for sharing your positive experience of the doctors and staff at UPMC Somerset Emergency Department. We appreciate you reviewing the quality of care that you received. We hope you have an amazing day!
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