UNC Horizons Program

Carrboro, NC

SAMHSA Verified PHP IOP MAT Telehealth

PHP · IOP · MAT · Telehealth center · in Carrboro, NC · Accepts Medicaid · Serves trauma survivors.

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Direct line to UNC Horizons Program: 919-966-9803

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About UNC Horizons Program

Integrated outpatient center providing comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment with trauma-informed care, individual counseling, and group therapy.

State government. Primary focus: substance use 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: PHP · IOP · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings: Outpatient, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults
Special populations: Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma
Medications used: Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment, Clonidine, Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis, Medication for mental disorders + 2 more
Recovery supports: Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation: State government

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid

Medicare

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TRICARE / VA

Self-pay / Cash

Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicaid; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; SAMHSA funding/block grants

Contact & Location

Address

410 North Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC 27510

Facility direct line

919-966-9803

Website

www.med.unc.edu

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does UNC Horizons Program accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, UNC Horizons Program accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NC Medicaid plan. Call 919-966-9803 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does UNC Horizons Program offer?

This facility offers: PHP, IOP, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.

Does UNC Horizons Program have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced sexual abuse, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma.

What therapy methods does UNC Horizons Program use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.

How do I start treatment at UNC Horizons Program?

Call the facility directly at 919-966-9803 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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