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Butler Hospital

Providence, RI

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Providence, RI · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors.

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Direct line to Butler Hospital: 401-455-6200

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About Butler Hospital

Innovative mental health facility providing comprehensive assessment, medication management, therapy, and specialized treatment for all ages and genders.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. 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
Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Thiothixene, Thioridazine, Trifluoperazine, Aripiprazole + 15 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite 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: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; 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

345 Blackstone Boulevard, Providence, RI 02906

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Facility direct line

401-455-6200

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Butler Hospital accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Butler Hospital accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific RI Medicaid plan. Call 401-455-6200 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Butler Hospital offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. 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 Butler Hospital have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Butler Hospital use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Butler Hospital?
Call the facility directly at 401-455-6200 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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