Yes. Optum — which manages behavioral health benefits for UnitedHealthcare and many other plans — typically covers medically necessary addiction and mental health treatment in California, often including partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs. Totality Treatment Center in Los Angeles is in-network with Optum HMO and PPO plans, so your covered care is billed directly to your plan and your out-of-pocket cost is usually just your copay, coinsurance, or remaining deductible.
Verify your Optum benefits free — or call (855) 619-5383
What Optum usually covers
- Programa de Hospitalización Parcial (PHP)
- Programa Intensivo Ambulatorio (IOP)
- Dual-diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions
- Psychiatric medication management
We’re in-network with Optum HMO and PPO plans for substance abuse and dual-diagnosis. Optum administers behavioral health for UnitedHealthcare (UHC) and many employer and commercial plans, so your card may say UnitedHealthcare, UMR, or Optum. Coverage depends on your specific plan and medical necessity.
How much will I pay?
With in-network coverage at Totality, most clients pay only their plan’s cost-share. We verify your exact benefits and explain costs before treatment begins.
How to verify your coverage
Call (855) 619-5383 or submit our secure insurance-verification form. We’ll confirm your Optum / UnitedHealthcare benefits with no obligation.
Frequently asked questions
Is Totality in-network with Optum?
Yes — we’re in-network with Optum HMO and PPO plans, including plans administered by Optum for UnitedHealthcare.
My card says UnitedHealthcare — does that count?
Often yes, since Optum manages behavioral health for UHC. We’ll confirm when we verify your benefits.
Does Optum cover IOP/PHP?
Typically yes, when medically necessary.