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Millcreek of Pontotoc

Pontotoc, MS

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Telehealth

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Telehealth center · in Pontotoc, MS · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Millcreek of Pontotoc

Millcreek of Pontotoc is a specialized treatment center for adolescents, teens, and young adults struggling with depression, behavioral issues, and co-occurring disorders. Millcreek of Pontotoc offers group homes, residential treatment, and therapeutic day school. The residential treatment program is suited for adolescents and young adults between the ages of 6 and 20. The program is open to boys and girls with a total of 51 beds throughout 3 different cottages. Gender-specific treatment includes individual therapy sessions, group therapy, family counseling, experiential therapies, and medication medication management. Educational services are provided through a fully accredited, on-site therapeutic day school. Classes are held from 8:00 am-11:00 am every day, and at this time clients break for an hour of group therapy and then have lunch. After lunch, patients return to class from 12:30 pm-2:00 pm. Classes are offered in small classrooms with low student-to-teacher and student-to-aid ratios in order to ensure that all academic needs are fully addressed.
Millcreek of Pontotoc is located in Northern Mississippi and is a leader in the provision of mental healthcare for adolescents and young adults. Their qualified, compassionate team of professionals helps patients overcome their challenges and develops the skills needed to appropriately manage conditions going forward. At Millcreek of Pontotoc, clients will work hand-in-hand with counselors, therapists, social workers, psychiatrists, nurses, and other types of mental and behavioral health professionals who will help shape lasting recovery.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private for-profit organization. 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 · PHP · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Clozapine, Olanzapine, Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination, Quetiapine, Risperidone, Ziprasidone, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; Private health insurance; State education agency funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

P.O. Box 619, Pontotoc, MS 38863

Facility direct line

(844) 374-2752

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Millcreek of Pontotoc accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Millcreek of Pontotoc accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MS Medicaid plan. Call (844) 374-2752 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Millcreek of Pontotoc offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Millcreek of Pontotoc have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Millcreek of Pontotoc use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Millcreek of Pontotoc?
Call the facility directly at (844) 374-2752 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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