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Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit

Miami, FL

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient MAT Telehealth

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Miami, FL · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents.

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About Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit

Classified as separate inpatient psychiatric unit of a general hospital. private non-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 · Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Special populations
Persons with eating disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine, Thioridazine, Aripiprazole, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Paliperidone + 4 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; State education agency funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

3100 SW 62 Avenue, Miami, FL 33155

Facility direct line

305-666-6511

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific FL Medicaid plan. Call 305-666-6511 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Persons with eating disorders, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Inpatient Psychiatry Unit?
Call the facility directly at 305-666-6511 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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