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NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital

New York, NY

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient Dual Dx

Inpatient · Outpatient · Dual Dx center · in New York, NY · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital

Metropolitan Hospital provides one of the largest behavioral health services in New York City. Located in a 14-story Behavioral Health Pavilion, the program treats children, adolescents, and adults facing emotional, psychiatric, or substance-related issues. Services include inpatient care, outpatient clinics, emergency services, and community-based treatment, making it a comprehensive and accessible care provider for those in need.
Inpatient services include 122 beds across five psychiatric units, providing 24-hour care in a safe, structured setting. Patients receive evaluations and personalized treatment from doctors, psychologists, social workers, and addiction counselors. The adolescent program also offers therapy, education, and skill-building. Amenities like a gym, outdoor patio, and volunteer-run beauty salon help create a welcoming, supportive environment that promotes both emotional well-being and physical comfort during recovery.
Outpatient care offers flexible support for both children and adults. Services include walk-in evaluations, adult and youth clinics, family counseling, medication support, and crisis intervention. Community programs like assertive community treatment (ACT) teams provide in-home services for those with long-term mental health needs, helping clients stay connected and supported outside the hospital.

Classified as psychiatric 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 · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services
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: Medicare; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

1900 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10029

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Facility direct line

(212) 423-6262

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NY Medicaid plan. Call (212) 423-6262 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, 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 NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma.
What therapy methods does NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy.
How do I start treatment at NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital?
Call the facility directly at (212) 423-6262 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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