Insurances We Accept in Dallas

Getting help for an eating disorder is a big step. Understanding how insurance works shouldn’t make it harder.

If you’re unsure about your coverage, we can check it for you at no cost.

Date Modified: March 3, 2026

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Insurance Coverage for Eating Disorder Treatment

Most major insurance plans provide benefits for:

Residential eating disorder treatment
Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP & Virtual IOP)
Individual therapy and family therapy
Nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian
Psychiatric and medical monitoring

Under federal mental health parity laws, insurance companies are required to cover mental health conditions, including eating disorders, similarly to medical conditions.

We regularly work with insurance providers across Texas and nationwide.

What Is the Cost of Eating Disorder Treatment?

The cost of treatment depends on:

Level of care (Residential, PHP, or Tele-IOP)
Length of stay
Insurance benefits and deductible
In-network vs. out-of-network status

Typical lengths of stay:

Residential: Approximately 45 days
PHP: Approximately 60 days
IOP: Approximately 90 days

Our team will provide a clear breakdown of expected out-of-pocket costs before admission.

There are no surprises.

Most Insurances Accepted

We are able to work with most commercial insurance providers, with many plans accepted in-network at Eating Disorder Solutions. Our team handles insurance verification quickly and walks you through coverage details to make the process simple and stress-free.

Our Levels of Care

Every person's journey is unique. We offer personalized treatment programs designed to meet you where you are and support you every step of the way in Dallas, Texas.

Residential Treatment

24/7 inpatient eating disorder treatment providing structured, medically supported care in a safe, healing environment.

Outpatient Treatment

Daytime eating disorder treatment offering intensive support while allowing clients to live at home and maintain daily responsibilities.

Partial Hospitalization

High-level eating disorder treatment combining daily clinical care with increased flexibility outside of inpatient treatment.

Intensive Outpatient

High-level eating disorder treatment combining daily clinical care with increased flexibility outside of inpatient treatment.

Virtual Outpatient

Fully online eating disorder treatment delivering structured therapy and nutrition support from the comfort of home.

Aftercare

Ongoing eating disorder recovery support designed to maintain progress and reduce the risk of relapse after treatment.

Our Approach

Evidence-Based Care with Heart

We combine the latest research with compassionate, individualized care. Our multidisciplinary team works together to address the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of eating disorders.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Identify and change harmful thought patterns and behaviors.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Build skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance.

Trauma-Informed Care

Address underlying trauma in a safe, supportive environment.

Do We Accept Out-of-Network Insurance?

Yes.

We accept many out-of-network (OON) insurance policies and will advocate on your behalf to maximize benefits.

Even if we are not directly contracted with your insurance provider, your policy may still cover:

Residential eating disorder treatment
PHP treatment
Telehealth IOP services

We help with pre-authorizations, clinical documentation, and appeals when necessary.

How Insurance Verification Works

The process is simple:

Call our admissions team
Provide your insurance information
We verify benefits within 24–72 hours
We explain coverage, deductibles, and estimated costs
If approved, we schedule admission

Medical approval is typically completed within 72 hours once all required clinical information is received.

Specialized Programs

We understand that different ages and situations require different approaches. Our specialized programs are tailored to meet specific needs.

What If My Insurance Denies Coverage?

Insurance denials happen — especially for higher levels of care like residential treatment.

If this occurs, we:

Submit additional clinical documentation
Request peer-to-peer reviews
File formal appeals
Advocate for medical necessity

We understand how insurance companies evaluate eating disorder treatment and work proactively to support approval.

Financial Options & Private Pay

For clients without insurance coverage or who prefer private pay, we offer:

Residential private pay options
PHP self-pay options
Flexible payment discussions with admissions

Our goal is to make treatment accessible while maintaining high-quality clinical care.

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Phone

(855) 808-4213

Residential Center

1664 Whippoorwill Trail, Weatherford, TX 76085

Outpatient Center

879 Eureka St, Weatherford, TX 76086

Conditions We Treat

We provide specialized care for all types of eating disorders in Dallas, Texas.

Most Insurances Accepted

We work with most major insurance providers and offer flexible payment plans

Our admissions team will verify your insurance benefits at no cost and help you understand your coverage.

Real People, Real Results

Frequently Asked Questions

Does insurance require a certain BMI to approve eating disorder treatment?

No. Insurance approval is not based on BMI alone. Carriers evaluate medical stability, vital signs, lab values, eating behaviors, psychiatric risk, and overall impairment. Clients at a “normal” weight can still qualify for residential or PHP if symptoms are severe and medically concerning.

Can insurance approve treatment if labs and vitals are stable?

Yes. While unstable vitals strengthen medical necessity, insurance companies also consider psychological risk, frequency of behaviors, inability to function, and failed outpatient treatment. Emotional and behavioral severity matters, not just lab results.

Will insurance cover treatment if my child or spouse is resistant to care?

Insurance approval focuses on clinical need, not willingness. However, participation is required once admitted. Our team evaluates readiness and safety during assessment to ensure treatment can be effective.

Does insurance cover co-occurring anxiety, OCD, or trauma treatment with eating disorder care?

In many cases, yes. When anxiety, OCD, depression, or trauma are contributing to the eating disorder, insurance typically allows integrated treatment under the primary eating disorder diagnosis.

Can insurance approve residential treatment without a recent hospital stay?

Yes. Hospitalization is not required for residential admission. If a client meets medical and psychiatric criteria for 24/7 structured care, residential treatment may be approved without prior inpatient hospitalization.

Does insurance cover eating disorder treatment for professionals who need privacy?

Coverage is based on diagnosis and medical need, not occupation. Many professionals use insurance benefits while maintaining confidentiality. We provide structured, discreet care that supports return to work readiness.

Will insurance cover step-down care after residential treatment?

Many plans authorize step-down levels of care such as PHP or IOP when clinically indicated. This continuity often strengthens long-term recovery and reduces relapse risk.

Why Choose Eating Disorder Solutions in Dallas?

Eating Disorder Solutions in Dallas offers compassionate, evidence-based care in a peaceful, home-like setting designed to help clients feel safe, supported, and understood. Our multidisciplinary team provides individualized treatment across multiple levels of care, blending clinical excellence with real-world recovery skills that translate beyond treatment. With a strong focus on nutrition, therapy, and long-term healing, we help clients build a sustainable path to recovery, not just short-term progress.

Insurances We Accept in Dallas

Joint Commissions

Treatment Guarantee

Elite Care Center

Psychology Today

Insurance Coverage for Eating Disorder Treatment

What Is the Cost of Eating Disorder Treatment?

Most Insurances Accepted

Our Levels of Care

Residential Treatment

Outpatient Treatment

Partial Hospitalization

Intensive Outpatient

Virtual Outpatient

Aftercare

Evidence-Based Care with Heart

Do We Accept Out-of-Network Insurance?

How Insurance Verification Works

Specialized Programs

Adult Program

Athlete Program

LGBTQ+ Program

College Students Program

What If My Insurance Denies Coverage?

Financial Options & Private Pay

Request A Call

879 Eureka St, Weatherford, TX 76086

Conditions We Treat

Anorexia Nervosa

Bulimia Nervosa

Binge Eating Disorder

Compulsive Overeating

Body Dysmorphia

Orthorexia

Co-Occurring Disorders

ARFID & Other Disorders

Most Insurances Accepted

Real People, Real Results

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Choose Eating Disorder Solutions in Dallas?