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HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic

Salt Lake City, UT

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Salt Lake City, UT · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors.

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Direct line to HMHI Downtown Behavioral H...: (801) 585-1212

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About HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic

Part of the University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics, the Huntsman Mental Health Institute Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic (HMHI Downtown) provides outpatient services for individuals of all ages, addressing a broad spectrum of mental health and substance use concerns. Parking is available on-site, and bus lines 2 and 220 stop about a 5 minute walk away.
HMHI Downtown offers assessments for substance use, including DUI evaluations, psychiatric assessments, and neuropsychological testing for conditions such as ADHD and autism. A multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and advanced practice nurses—provides medication management and psychotherapy. Specialized perinatal therapy and support are also available.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. 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
Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
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 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
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

Contact & Location

Address

525 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84102

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Facility direct line

(801) 585-1212

Photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific UT Medicaid plan. Call (801) 585-1212 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic 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 HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic 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 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at HMHI Downtown Behavioral Health Clinic?
Call the facility directly at (801) 585-1212 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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