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Ernest E Kennedy Center

Goose Creek, SC

SAMHSA Verified IOP Telehealth

IOP · Telehealth center · in Goose Creek, SC · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents.

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Direct line to Ernest E Kennedy Center: 843-761-8272

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About Ernest E Kennedy Center

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use 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
IOP · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adolescents, Young adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Recovery supports
Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

96 Westeria Road, Goose Creek, SC 29445

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Facility direct line

843-761-8272

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ernest E Kennedy Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Ernest E Kennedy Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific SC Medicaid plan. Call 843-761-8272 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Ernest E Kennedy Center offer?
This facility offers: IOP, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Ernest E Kennedy Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adolescents, Young adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.
What therapy methods does Ernest E Kennedy Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling.
How do I start treatment at Ernest E Kennedy Center?
Call the facility directly at 843-761-8272 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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