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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health

Columbus, OH

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Columbus, OH · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health

A comprehensive outpatient center offering treatment for substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and trauma with personalized care plans.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. 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
Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services
Facility operation
Private non-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; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

399 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43215

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Facility direct line

614-355-0550

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific OH Medicaid plan. Call 614-355-0550 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: 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 Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Behavioral Health?
Call the facility directly at 614-355-0550 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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