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South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center

Bakersfield, CA

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission

in Bakersfield, CA.

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  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

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Key takeaways for South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center

  • SAMHSA-listed treatment programs
  • Contact facility for accepted insurance plans
  • Joint Commission accredited · SAMHSA-verified
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Bakersfield, CA

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

About South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center

Clinica Sierra Vista is a well established health clinic operating several locations across California. Their mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities they serve and to provide comprehensive care to underserved and underinsured community members. The South Central Bakersfield location provides behavioral health services to adults ages 18 and older with mental health concerns and substance use disorders. Their comprehensive approach to care includes therapy, case management, and psychiatry services. Clients can participate in individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Their team of staff provides each client with an individualized treatment plan. Interpreters and translators are available so that clients can receive care in the language they speak. Clinica Sierra Vista is accredited by the Joint Commission and accepts Medi-Cal insurance.

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.

South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center at a Glance

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

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

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

Contact & Location

Address

3117 Wilson Road, Bakersfield, CA 93304

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Facility direct line

(661) 324-4756

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (661) 324-4756 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other CA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center offer?
Does South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at South Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health Center?
Call the facility directly at (661) 324-4756 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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