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St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit

Helena, MT

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults Serious Mental Illness

Inpatient · MAT center · in Helena, MT · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors, trauma survivors.

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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 St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit

  • Inpatient · MAT 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 Helena, MT

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

About St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit

Classified as separate inpatient psychiatric unit of a general hospital. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: 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.

St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Inpatient · MAT

Service settings

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Seniors or older adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Trifluoperazine, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Brexpiprazole +11 more

Recovery support services

Mentoring/peer support

Emergency services

Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services

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

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

Contact & Location

Address

2475 East Broadway Street, Helena, MT 59601

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Facility direct line

406-495-6560

Frequently Asked Questions

Does St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MT Medicaid plan. Call 406-495-6560 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at St Peters Health Behavioral Health Unit?
Call the facility directly at 406-495-6560 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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