Moccasin Bend 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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About Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute

A residential mental health institute for adults and seniors, offering comprehensive treatment, therapy, and support for co-occurring disorders.

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

423-265-2271

Website

www.tn.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific IA Medicaid plan. Call 423-265-2271 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute offer?

This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.

Does Moccasin Bend 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 Moccasin Bend 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 Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute?

Call the facility directly at 423-265-2271 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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