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Mental Health Institute

Cherokee, IA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT

Inpatient · MAT center · in Cherokee, IA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors, trauma survivors.

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Direct line to Mental Health Institute: 712-225-2594 x1698

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About Mental Health Institute

A mental health institute providing outpatient and inpatient services for all ages with a focus on therapy and medication management.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. state government. Primary focus: 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 · MAT
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Droperidol, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine, Thioridazine, Aripiprazole, Asenapine + 11 more
Facility operation
State 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-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

1251 West Cedar Loop, Cherokee, IA 51012

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Facility direct line

712-225-2594 x1698

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mental Health Institute accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Mental Health Institute accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IA Medicaid plan. Call 712-225-2594 x1698 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Mental Health Institute offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Mental Health Institute have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Mental Health Institute use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Mental Health Institute?
Call the facility directly at 712-225-2594 x1698 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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