Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic

Sumter, SC

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Specializes in Veterans · Military Dual Diagnosis Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Sumter, SC · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Need help choosing the right program?

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 Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth 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 Sumter, SC

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

About Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic

Outpatient mental health center offering therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment for adults and children with serious mental illness.

Classified as community mental health center. 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.

Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults

Special populations

Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Thiothixene, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Brexpiprazole +10 more

Recovery support services

Housing services, Mentoring/peer support

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site 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

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Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

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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; Community Mental Health Block Grants; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State education agency funds; 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; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

801 North Pike West, Sumter, SC 29153

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Facility direct line

803-934-4371

Website

scdmh.net

Nearby context

All centers in Sumter → All centers in South Carolina →

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific SC Medicaid plan. Call 803-934-4371 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic offer?

This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. 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 Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

What therapy methods does Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.

How do I start treatment at Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center Sumter Clinic?

Call the facility directly at 803-934-4371 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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