Waves Behavioral Health

Albuquerque, NM

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Albuquerque, NM · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

Direct line to Waves Behavioral Health: 505-596-0254

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About Waves Behavioral Health

Innovative outpatient center with diverse services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in mental health and addiction.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. 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: Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings: Outpatient
Therapy approaches: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups: Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery supports: Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services: Crisis intervention team
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: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

9400 Holly Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122

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Facility direct line

505-596-0254

Website

Wavesbh.Com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Waves Behavioral Health accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Waves Behavioral Health accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific NM Medicaid plan. Call 505-596-0254 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does Waves Behavioral Health offer?

This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. 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 Waves Behavioral Health have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Active duty military, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients with HIV or AIDS.

What therapy methods does Waves Behavioral Health use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.

How do I start treatment at Waves Behavioral Health?

Call the facility directly at 505-596-0254 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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