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John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center

Houston, TX

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

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Houston, TX · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · 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

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center

  • 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 Houston, TX

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

About John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center

Classified as psychiatric hospital. state government. 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.

John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center 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

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Ketamine Infusion Therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Thiothixene, Trifluoperazine, Aripiprazole +13 more

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services

Facility operation

State government

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

Coverage details →

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: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

5615 H Mark Crosswell Jr Street, Houston, TX 77021

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Facility direct line

713-500-1500

Website

uth.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

Does John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific TX Medicaid plan. Call 713-500-1500 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center 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: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with eating disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Ketamine Infusion Therapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at John S Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center?
Call the facility directly at 713-500-1500 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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