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Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program

Los Angeles, CA

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Outpatient · Dual Dx center · in Los Angeles, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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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

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Key takeaways for Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program

  • Outpatient · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

About Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

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.

Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Outpatient · Dual Dx

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)

Facility operation

Private non-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

Coverage details →

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

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Federal Grants; Medicaid; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

1891 Effie Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026

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Facility direct line

323-644-2000

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call 323-644-2000 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Gateways Hospital and MH Center Child and Adolescent OP Program?
Call the facility directly at 323-644-2000 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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