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Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston

Scott City, MO

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Scott City, MO · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston

Set near U.S. 62 and the Missouri River, Bootheel Behavioral Health in Charleston treats clients of all ages, including couples, with mental health and any co-occurring substance use disorders. With outpatient and community-based services, Bootheel helps individuals find stability through personalized care and evidence-based treatment in a supportive setting. Bootheel calls its youth program "Elev8" to reflect the support it provides with emotional, behavioral, and attention-related challenges.
Bootheel uses time-tested therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), medication management, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for co-occurring opioid or alcohol addictions.
Bootheel's trauma-informed team have experience supporting veterans, first responders, and other individuals who have experienced crisis and are processing trauma. They also have experience working with the VA.

Private non-profit organization. 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
Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Couples/family therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Thioridazine, Aripiprazole, Brexpiprazole, Clozapine, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination + 5 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; 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

314 Crites Street, Scott City, MO 63780

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Facility direct line

(573) 427-3920

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MO Medicaid plan. Call (573) 427-3920 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston 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 Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS.
What therapy methods does Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Couples/family therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Bootheel Behavioral Health Charleston?
Call the facility directly at (573) 427-3920 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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