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NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness

New Orleans, LA

SAMHSA Verified PHP MAT
Specializes in Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults Serious Mental Illness

PHP · MAT center · in New Orleans, LA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Serves seniors.

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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 NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness

  • PHP · MAT offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in New Orleans, LA

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

About NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: 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.

NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness at a Glance

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

Levels of care

PHP · MAT

Service settings

Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Medications used

Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Clozapine, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination, Paliperidone, Quetiapine, Risperidone +2 more

Recovery support services

Housing services, Mentoring/peer support

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services

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

Coverage details →

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: Community Mental Health Block Grants; Medicare; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

1538 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70058

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Facility direct line

504-896-2345

Frequently Asked Questions

Does NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific LA Medicaid plan. Call 504-896-2345 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness offer?
This facility offers: PHP, MAT. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at NAMI New Orleans National Alliance on Mental Illness?
Call the facility directly at 504-896-2345 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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