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Athens Health

Columbus, OH

SAMHSA Verified

in Columbus, OH.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Athens Health

  • SAMHSA-listed treatment programs
  • Contact facility for accepted insurance plans
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Columbus, OH

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Athens Health

Founded by a board-certified emergency medicine physician, Athens Health is a telehealth medication assisted treatment (MAT) provider making treatment affordable and accessible. Athens Health offers same day suboxone prescriptions and 7 day access to the care team, allowing individuals with opioid addiction to receive care from the comfort of their home. Athens Health is currently private pay only, but they offer affordable subscription plans ranging from $169-$199 per month. Their services are available to individuals residing in Florida and Texas.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Athens Health at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Contact & Location

Address

1180 E. Main Street E. Main Street, Columbus, OH 43205

Facility direct line

(954) 228-0639

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athens Health accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (954) 228-0639 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other OH centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Athens Health offer?
Does Athens Health have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Athens Health use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Athens Health?
Call the facility directly at (954) 228-0639 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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