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Suncoast Behavioral Health Center

Bradenton, FL

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Bradenton, FL · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Suncoast Behavioral Health Center

This center provides inpatient psychiatric care for children and adolescents ages 5–17, supporting those facing emotional and behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, trauma, depression, and self-harm. Youth engage in 24/7 care within a structured setting, where they build skills that support their return to daily life.
A team of psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and counselors leads individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Youth participate in structured activities that build emotional regulation and communication skills while addressing symptoms related to trauma, mood, or thought disorders. The center also runs an adolescent intensive outpatient program, available both virtually and in person, which helps adolescents continue progress after inpatient treatment.
Children and teens live in a secure, youth-oriented hospital setting with consistent routines, meals, and recreational activities. The campus features indoor and outdoor lounges, a basketball court, and table tennis. The center welcomes inquiries about treatment, availability, and next steps for care.

Classified as psychiatric hospital. 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 · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents
Special populations
Members of military families, 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
Nicotine replacement
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in 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: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; 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; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

4480 51st Street West, Bradenton, FL 34210

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Facility direct line

(941) 251-5000

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Suncoast Behavioral Health Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Suncoast Behavioral Health Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific FL Medicaid plan. Call (941) 251-5000 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Suncoast Behavioral Health Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. 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 Suncoast Behavioral Health Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Members of military families, 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 Suncoast Behavioral Health Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Suncoast Behavioral Health Center?
Call the facility directly at (941) 251-5000 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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