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Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Corpus Christi, TX · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors.

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About Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi, seated by Emerald Cove and Cole Park, is a 42-bed mental health disorder treatment center for adults that treats anger, anxiety, bipolar, depression, grief, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenia, self-harm, stress, trauma, alcohol and drug addiction, and co-occurring disorders. They administer inpatient and intensive outpatient (IOP) treatment, and they specialize in aging-related considerations like Alzheimer's, dementia, and medication management. Their treatment methods include 1-on-1 counseling, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), group therapy, medication management, recreation therapy, relapse prevention counseling, relaxation therapy, 12-Step Facilitation, and family support. Oceans Behavioral Hospital's psychiatric staff review progress and medications daily.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi presents itself as a hospital within a hospital, as it nests within CHRISTUS Health's Spohn Hospital. CHRISTUS Health is a non-profit Catholic health system to address general health concerns. Several other locations for Oceans Behavioral Hospital embed themselves within partner hospitals to provide more comprehensive care. Some of the other locations for Oceans Behavioral Hospital cater to adolescents and military families.

Classified as partial hospitalization/day treatment. private for-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
Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Medications used
Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
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: Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

2606 Hospital Boulevard, Corpus Christi, TX 78405

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Facility direct line

(361) 371-8933

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific TX Medicaid plan. Call (361) 371-8933 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. 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 Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Seniors or older adults, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia, Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI).
What therapy methods does Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi?
Call the facility directly at (361) 371-8933 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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