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San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

San Antonio, TX

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in San Antonio, TX · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, 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 San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

  • Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in San Antonio, TX

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

About San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (SABHH) is a leading provider of behavioral health services in San Antonio, Texas. Their 198-bed facility offers a safe and therapeutic environment designed to promote healing and recovery. The hospital is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including board-certified psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and therapists, all dedicated to delivering compassionate, individualized, and trauma-informed care.
SABHH provides a comprehensive range of services to address various mental health and substance use disorders. Their programs include inpatient care, partial hospitalization programs (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and specialty treatments such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). They treat conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, and substance abuse. The hospital also offers specialized programs for adolescents, adults, and active-duty military members and veterans, ensuring tailored care for diverse populations.
Committed to providing the most advanced, evidence-based treatment modalities, SABHH emphasizes a holistic approach that treats the individual rather than just the diagnosis. They focus on understanding each patient's unique history and needs to develop personalized treatment plans. The hospital operates 24/7, offering free, confidential assessments to those seeking help, and strives to be a leader in trauma-informed care within the communities they serve.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. private for-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.

San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital 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, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS

Medications used

Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Emergency services

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

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Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

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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; IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

8550 Huebner Road, San Antonio, TX 78240

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Facility direct line

(210) 541-5300

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific TX Medicaid plan. Call (210) 541-5300 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital 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: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS.
What therapy methods does San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital?
Call the facility directly at (210) 541-5300 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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