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Lafayette Medical Approach

New York, NY

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in New York, NY · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Serves trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Lafayette Medical Approach: 212-431-6177

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About Lafayette Medical Approach

Private for-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
Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
Therapy approaches
Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Adult men, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used
Methadone, Buprenorphine with naloxone
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-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; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

233 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10012

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Facility direct line

212-431-6177

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lafayette Medical Approach accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Lafayette Medical Approach accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NY Medicaid plan. Call 212-431-6177 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Lafayette Medical Approach offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does Lafayette Medical Approach have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Adult men, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does Lafayette Medical Approach use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Lafayette Medical Approach?
Call the facility directly at 212-431-6177 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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