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Rio Salado Behavioral Health System

Phoenix, AZ

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient MAT Telehealth

Outpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Phoenix, AZ · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Rio Salado Behavioral Health System

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 · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, 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)
Medications used
Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Emergency services
Psychiatric emergency onsite 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: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Other State funds; Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

1308 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85013

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Facility direct line

602-252-9048

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rio Salado Behavioral Health System accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Rio Salado Behavioral Health System accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific AZ Medicaid plan. Call 602-252-9048 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Rio Salado Behavioral Health System offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment.
Does Rio Salado Behavioral Health System have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, 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 Rio Salado Behavioral Health System use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Rio Salado Behavioral Health System?
Call the facility directly at 602-252-9048 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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