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Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield

Springfield, MO

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx
Specializes in Adolescent · Teen

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Springfield, MO · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents.

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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 Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield

  • Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Springfield, MO

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

About Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield

This provider supports children and teens ages 6 to 17 through inpatient care that helps stabilize emotional and behavioral health. The team addresses mental health challenges like trauma, anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts with structured daily schedules and continuous support in a therapeutic environment.
Clinicians guide recovery using trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) and trust-based relational intervention (TBRI). Therapists lead daily groups that build life skills, mindfulness, and healthy coping strategies. Music therapy, recreation, and family sessions encourage growth and help youth strengthen emotional awareness through consistent practice.
Clients stay in shared bedrooms with private bathrooms. A dietitian plans all meals, and staff lead scheduled group activities. Youth access a sensory room, gym, game area, and library each day. Staff stay in contact with families and help coordinate ongoing care before discharge.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. private for-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.

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx

Service settings

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Brexpiprazole, Cariprazine, Clozapine, Lurasidone +6 more

Recovery support services

Mentoring/peer support

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services

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

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: Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

2828 North National Ave, Springfield, MO 65803

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Facility direct line

(417) 799-7474

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MO Medicaid plan. Call (417) 799-7474 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. 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 Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield?
Call the facility directly at (417) 799-7474 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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