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Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs

Manchester, CT

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults HIV · AIDS Services Court-Ordered · Forensic

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Manchester, CT · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors, trauma survivors.

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Need help choosing the right program?

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 Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs

  • Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Manchester, CT

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

About Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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.

Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment

Therapy approaches

Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI)

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Thiothixene, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Brexpiprazole +13 more

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team

Facility operation

Private for-profit organization

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

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Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Coverage details →

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

150 North Main Street, Manchester, CT 06042

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Facility direct line

860-533-3434 x3857

Website

echn.org

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CT Medicaid plan. Call 860-533-3434 x3857 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI).
What therapy methods does Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Eastern Connecticut Health (ECHN) Behavioral Health/STEP Addiction Servs?
Call the facility directly at 860-533-3434 x3857 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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