Create a three-column comparison table. Under confirmed, place only facts verified for your situation or the locked public facts. Under needs review, place items with a named follow-up, such as medication review, payment verification, or an arrival decision. Under not established, place assumptions unsupported by the record, including room type, staffing, schedule, named therapies, specific medications, insurance participation, availability, admission, and outcome.
Fit questions should address the whole person rather than only substance use. NIDA’s treatment principles emphasize that needs differ and plans should address the individual. You can ask how the facility evaluates health concerns, mental health needs, accessibility, language, privacy, family circumstances, and plans after discharge without asking the caller to diagnose you. SAMHSA advises discussing treatment choices with qualified professionals and offers national treatment locators if you need additional options.
- Each claim assigned a status rather than assumed
- Personal needs written down before the call
- Licensing, accreditation, evidence-supported care, medication practices, family involvement, and continuing-care planning discussed