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Kern Medical

Bakersfield, CA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Bakersfield, CA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Kern Medical

Kern Medical's Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) is a licensed, 25-bed adult facility dedicated to providing individualized care during times of crisis. Their recovery-oriented services aim to stabilize symptoms and empower clients through various therapeutic programs, including psychiatric and medical evaluations, medication education and treatment, individual and group therapy, dialectical and cognitive behavioral therapy skills, substance abuse education, relaxation techniques, coping skills, pet therapy, and connections to community support services. They accept insurance and their health benefit advisors can help clients understand their payment options.

Classified as separate inpatient psychiatric unit of a general hospital. local, county, or community government. 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 · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Thioridazine, Aripiprazole, Clozapine, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Paliperidone, Quetiapine + 5 more
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
Facility operation
Local, county, or community government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

1700 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306

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Facility direct line

(661) 326-2000

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kern Medical accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Kern Medical accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific CA Medicaid plan. Call (661) 326-2000 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Kern Medical offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, 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 Kern Medical have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Kern Medical use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Electroconvulsive therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Kern Medical?
Call the facility directly at (661) 326-2000 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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