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Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health

1001 Towson Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72901

5.0 1 review on Google Maps

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Levels of care1 program
Payment5 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATNot listed
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationState licensed

About Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health

Located at 1001 Towson Avenue in Fort Smith, Arkansas, Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health is a nonprofit mental health program.

Care options include inpatient psychiatric care. Clinicians use approaches such as activity therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, group therapy, and Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts seniors. It offers specialized groups for seniors or older adults.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Activity therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment
  • Individual psychotherapy
  • Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Medications used

  • Nicotine replacement
  • Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Accepted
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed
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How Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Harbor House IncFort Smith · under 1 mi · Residential, IOP, Outpatient
    2. BHG Medical Services – Fort SmithFort Smith · 2.8 mi · MAT, Outpatient
    3. Gateway Recovery CenterFort Smith · 3 mi · Residential, IOP, Outpatient

    Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.

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    Who they serve & support services

    Specialized groups

    • Seniors or older adults

    Counseling & education

    • Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling

    Ancillary services

    • Court-ordered outpatient treatment
    • Case management service
    • Suicide prevention services

    Treatment access in Sebastian County, AR

    7Treatment facilities
    1Offer detox
    2Buprenorphine or methadone
    3Offer 24-hour care

    Sebastian County, AR has 7 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 130,035 residents. 1 facility in the county list detox services.

    Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.

    Location

    Address1001 Towson Avenue
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    Facility's own phone479-441-4000 x4718
    Websitebaptist-health.com

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    Questions about Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health

    What services does Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health offer?

    Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health lists the following levels of care: mental health treatment. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

    Does Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health accept insurance?

    According to SAMHSA data, Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health accepts medicare, medicaid, federal military insurance (e.g., tricare), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

    Does Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health offer detox?

    Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.

    Who does Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health treat?

    Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health accepts seniors. Specialized groups include seniors or older adults.

    How many addiction treatment programs are in Sebastian County, AR?

    Sebastian County, AR has 7 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 130,035 residents: 1 list detox services, 2 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 3 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Harbor House Inc (Fort Smith, under 1 miles), BHG Medical Services – Fort Smith (Fort Smith, 2.8 miles), and Gateway Recovery Center (Fort Smith, 3 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    What is Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health's Google rating?

    Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health has a 5.0-star rating from 1 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.

    How do I get admitted to Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health or a similar program?

    Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health directly at 479-441-4000 x4718. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health. Our helpline is not affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center – Behavior Health.

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