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Who answers? (877) 847-2855
  • CARF accredited
  • Inpatient & outpatient
  • Nonprofit

Northside Behavioral Health Center

12512 Bruce B Downs Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33612

(877) 847-2855 Free admissions helpline · available 24/7
Not affiliated with this facility
Levels of care5 programsInpatient & outpatient
Payment6 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesTeens & adultsAll genders
MATOfferedNaltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationCARFIndependent quality review

About Northside Behavioral Health Center

Located at 12512 Bruce B Downs Boulevard in Tampa, Florida, Northside Behavioral Health Center is a nonprofit addiction treatment provider.

Levels of care offered here include hospital inpatient care, standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention. For opioid use disorder, the program uses naltrexone.

Payment options include government funding for substance use treatment, Medicare, Medicaid, private health insurance, and cash or self-payment. A sliding fee scale based on income is available. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts children/adolescents, young adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for young adults, pregnant/postpartum women, seniors or older adults, and veterans. Sign language services are available for deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.

Northside Behavioral Health Center is accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Support services include aftercare/continuing care, discharge planning, naloxone and overdose education, and housing services.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Anger management
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
  • Trauma-related counseling

Medications used

  • Clonidine
  • Medication for mental disorders

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesAccepted
State-Funded / Low-CostAccepted

Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

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Who they serve & support services

Specialized groups

  • Young adults
  • Adult women
  • Pregnant/postpartum women
  • Adult men
  • 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 co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
  • Clients with HIV or AIDS
  • Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
  • Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
  • Clients who have experienced trauma

Recovery support

  • Housing services
  • Assistance with obtaining social services
  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education

Counseling & education

  • Substance use disorder education
  • Individual counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Family counseling
  • Marital/couples counseling

Ancillary services

  • Mental health services
  • Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditationCommission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Ages acceptedChildren/Adolescents, Young Adults, Seniors
Language servicesSign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Operated byPrivate non-profit organization

Location

12512 Bruce B Downs Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33612

Facility's own contact813-977-8700 · baycare.org

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Questions about Northside Behavioral Health Center

What services does Northside Behavioral Health Center offer?

Northside Behavioral Health Center lists the following levels of care: hospital inpatient, outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does Northside Behavioral Health Center accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, Northside Behavioral Health Center accepts government funding for substance use treatment, medicare, medicaid, private health insurance, and cash or self-payment. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (877) 847-2855 for a free benefits check.

Does Northside Behavioral Health Center offer detox?

Northside Behavioral Health Center does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (877) 847-2855 for help finding one.

Is Northside Behavioral Health Center accredited?

Yes. Northside Behavioral Health Center reports accreditation from CARF. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

Who does Northside Behavioral Health Center treat?

Northside Behavioral Health Center accepts children/adolescents, young adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include young adults, adult women, pregnant/postpartum women, adult men, and seniors or older adults.

How do I get admitted to Northside Behavioral Health Center or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Northside Behavioral Health Center directly at 813-977-8700. To compare Northside Behavioral Health Center with other options and verify your insurance, call our admissions helpline at (877) 847-2855. Our helpline is not affiliated with Northside Behavioral Health Center.

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