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Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office

Wheat Ridge, CO

SAMHSA Verified IOP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

IOP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Wheat Ridge, CO · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE.

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Direct line to Jefferson Center for Menta...: 303-425-0300

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About Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office

Comprehensive mental health center offering chronic illness management, vocational training, suicide prevention, and mental health services for all ages.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use 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
IOP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Recovery coach, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
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; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

4851 Independence Street, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

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Facility direct line

303-425-0300

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CO Medicaid plan. Call 303-425-0300 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office offer?
This facility offers: IOP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling.
How do I start treatment at Jefferson Center for Mental Health Independence Office?
Call the facility directly at 303-425-0300 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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