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Austin State Hospital

Austin, TX

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Austin, TX · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Austin State Hospital

Psychiatric hospital with comprehensive treatment for adults, children, seniors, and individuals with serious mental illness or co-occurring conditions.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. 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: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Brexpiprazole, Cariprazine, Clozapine + 10 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Facility operation
State government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

4110 Guadalupe Street, Austin, TX 78751

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Facility direct line

512-452-0381

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Austin State Hospital accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Austin State Hospital accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific TX Medicaid plan. Call 512-452-0381 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Austin State Hospital offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient. 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 Austin State Hospital have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Austin State Hospital use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Austin State Hospital?
Call the facility directly at 512-452-0381 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: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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