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Riverside University - Riverside Neighborhood Health Center

Mesa, AZ

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission

in Mesa, AZ.

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About Riverside University - Riverside Neighborhood Health Center

Set throughout the Inland Empire, Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is a general health care system, which includes treatment for mental health and substance use disorders in residential or outpatient programs. They are accredited by both the Joint Commission and CARF.
Their Riverside Neighborhood Health Center treats both mental health and substance use disorders, as well as other health conditions.
RUHS' Riverside Neighborhood Health Center operates its outpatient programs on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
They also do express care on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Their programs cater to children, transitional age youth (16-25), midlife adults, and older adults 60+, offering tailored interventions for clients in each age group. Notably, RUHS emphasizes early intervention through initiatives like the Set-4-School program for children aged 0-5, recognizing the critical importance of early developmental support. RUHS can visit clients at home, especially older adults. They also have special programming for pregnant and parent women and individuals in the criminal justice system.
To make treatment more accessible, RUHS offers translation services for all its programs, including translation into American Sign Language (ASL). They welcome children up to 5 to come to treatment with their parents or guardians. All RUHS facilities, including their Hemet Family Care Center, are wheelchair accessible.
RUHS adopts a "whatever-it-takes" philosophy, providing personalized support that includes therapy, housing assistance, and daily life skills training to help individuals achieve stability and long-term recovery. They use medication support, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), multidimensional family therapy (MDFT), and coordination with primary care doctors to deliver the best treatment for each client.
Clients can access their treatment notes during and after care by using the MyChart app.

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.

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262 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85201

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Riverside University - Riverside Neighborhood Health Center accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (800) 720-9553 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other AZ centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Riverside University - Riverside Neighborhood Health Center offer?
Does Riverside University - Riverside Neighborhood Health Center have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Riverside University - Riverside Neighborhood Health Center use?
Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.
How do I start treatment at Riverside University - Riverside Neighborhood Health Center?
Call the facility directly at (800) 720-9553 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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