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New Bridge Foundation

Berkeley, CA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT
Specializes in Veterans · Military Trauma-Informed Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Inpatient · MAT center · in Berkeley, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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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 New Bridge Foundation

  • Inpatient · MAT 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 Berkeley, CA

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

About New Bridge Foundation

New Bridge Foundation is a nonprofit organization in the San Francisco Bay Area with over 50 years of experience treating alcohol and substance use disorders. Their expert staff combine holistic and evidence-based therapies employing modalities such as acupuncture, yoga, meditation, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), 12-Step facilitation, and relapse prevention. Their continuum of care includes medication-assisted detox, short- and long-term residential treatment, an intensive outpatient program (IOP), and a partial hospitalization program (PHP). New Bridge offers the IOP and PHP services via telehealth, allowing clients the ability to maintain their normal responsibilities while receiving treatment.
New Bridge Foundation recognizes the unique challenges faced by veterans, LGBTQ+, and individuals with co-occurring disorders. To address these challenges, New Bridge has created specialized programs for the respective groups that provide individualized care. The veterans program features coping skills for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), stress management, and coordination with Veterans Affairs and military treatment providers. The LGBTQ+ program includes family and group-specific counseling that can focus on topics of discrimination, strained relationships, and trauma. Those in the co-occurring disorder program can expect to receive individualized mental health treatment plans, psychoeducation on co-occurring disorders, and evidence-based therapies.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. private non-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.

New Bridge Foundation at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Inpatient · MAT

Service settings

Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Veterans, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Medications used

Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

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: County or local government funds; Other State funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

2323 Hearst Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94709

Facility direct line

(866) 772-8491

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does New Bridge Foundation accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, New Bridge Foundation accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (866) 772-8491 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does New Bridge Foundation offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment.
Does New Bridge Foundation have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Veterans, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does New Bridge Foundation use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment.
How do I start treatment at New Bridge Foundation?
Call the facility directly at (866) 772-8491 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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