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Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services

Sterling, MI

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Outpatient Telehealth
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Sterling, MI · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (888) 217-3077

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 Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services

  • Outpatient · Telehealth 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 Sterling, MI

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

About Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services

Outpatient center offering comprehensive care for substance use disorders, mental health, and Hepatitis with personalized treatment plans.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-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: June 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Outpatient · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Recovery support services

Mentoring/peer support

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

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Coverage details →

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: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

725 East State Street, Sterling, MI 48659

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Facility direct line

989-654-2491

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MI Medicaid plan. Call 989-654-2491 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment.
Does Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Sterling Area Health Center Behavioral Healthcare Services?
Call the facility directly at 989-654-2491 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (888) 217-3077) 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: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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