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Dr. Paul's By The Sea

St. Augustine, FL

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission IOP MAT Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Pregnancy · Postpartum Adolescent · Teen Young Adults

IOP · MAT · Telehealth center · in St. Augustine, FL · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

Free helpline · 24/7

Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (888) 217-3077

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 Dr. Paul's By The Sea

  • IOP · MAT · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Private insurance
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in St. Augustine, FL

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

About Dr. Paul's By The Sea

Dr. Paul's By The Sea is a program that provides detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment for veterans with addiction and mental health disorders. Located in St. Augustine, Florida, the facility caters to each client's needs using evidence-based treatments. The program is accredited by the Joint Commission and Veteran Affairs.
Dr. Paul's By The Sea provides a highly structured environment for recovery. For clients struggling with drug addiction, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is provided to ease the symptoms of withdrawal. Other treatment methods include individual and group therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Gestalt therapy, eye movement therapy (EMDR), and mindfulness practices such as yoga and meditation. Their care team understands the unique challenges and trauma that veterans face and is dedicated to providing the necessary care for those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
Dr. Paul's By The Sea accepts Tricare and TriWest in addition to most commercial insurance plans. Their team works to ensure that active duty service members, veterans, and their beneficiaries are covered.

Local, county, or community government. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

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

Dr. Paul's By The Sea at a Glance

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

Levels of care

IOP · MAT · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment

Therapy approaches

Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling

Special populations

Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military

Medications used

Medication for mental disorders

Recovery support services

Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services

Facility operation

Local, county, or community government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

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Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

189 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084

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Facility direct line

(800) 375-4577

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Paul's By The Sea accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Dr. Paul's By The Sea accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific FL Medicaid plan. Call (800) 375-4577 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Dr. Paul's By The Sea offer?
This facility offers: IOP, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Dr. Paul's By The Sea have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military.
What therapy methods does Dr. Paul's By The Sea use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling.
How do I start treatment at Dr. Paul's By The Sea?
Call the facility directly at (800) 375-4577 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (888) 217-3077) 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: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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