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Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis

West Memphis, AR

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in West Memphis, AR · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents.

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About Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis

This provider helps kids and teens ages 6–17 strengthen emotional well-being through inpatient psychiatric care. The hospital supports children and adolescents working through trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and self-harming behaviors. Each unit offers 24-hour care, where staff promote safety and routine to guide healing.
Clinicians use trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) and trust-based relational intervention (TBRI) to build emotional regulation and stability. Staff lead individual, group, and family sessions alongside recreation and expressive therapies, including art, dance, and music. A trained facility dog joins daily activities, helping youth feel at ease during therapeutic sessions.
Clients share most rooms, which include a private bathroom and shower. Children attend on-site school during the week and follow a structured schedule that includes therapy, medication support, nutritious meals, personal care routines, and outdoor activities. The campus includes gender-specific units and access to supervised recreation and therapy spaces.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

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 · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Asenapine, Brexpiprazole, Cariprazine, Clozapine, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Paliperidone + 4 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

600 North 7th Street, West Memphis, AR 72301

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Facility direct line

(870) 394-7100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific AR Medicaid plan. Call (870) 394-7100 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis?
Call the facility directly at (870) 394-7100 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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