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BridgeWay

Fort Walton Beach, FL

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Fort Walton Beach, FL · Accepts Medicaid · Serves seniors.

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About BridgeWay

Integrative treatment center for adults and children offering co-occurring substance use and mental health services, including therapy and psychiatric care.

Classified as community mental health center. 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: 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
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Prochlorperazine, Thiothixene, Thioridazine, Trifluoperazine, Aripiprazole + 13 more
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: Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

205 Shell Avenue SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

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Facility direct line

800-245-0011

Frequently Asked Questions

Does BridgeWay accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, BridgeWay accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific FL Medicaid plan. Call 800-245-0011 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does BridgeWay offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does BridgeWay have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does BridgeWay use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at BridgeWay?
Call the facility directly at 800-245-0011 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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