NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital

Metropolitan Hospital provides one of the largest behavioral health services in New York City. Located in a 14-story Behavioral Health Pavilion, the program treats children, adolescents, and adults facing emotional, psychiatric, or substance-related issues. Services include inpatient care, outpatient clinics, emergency services, and community-based treatment, making it a comprehensive and accessible care provider for those in need.
Inpatient services include 122 beds across five psychiatric units, providing 24-hour care in a safe, structured setting. Patients receive evaluations and personalized treatment from doctors, psychologists, social workers, and addiction counselors. The adolescent program also offers therapy, education, and skill-building. Amenities like a gym, outdoor patio, and volunteer-run beauty salon help create a welcoming, supportive environment that promotes both emotional well-being and physical comfort during recovery.
Outpatient care offers flexible support for both children and adults. Services include walk-in evaluations, adult and youth clinics, family counseling, medication support, and crisis intervention. Community programs like assertive community treatment (ACT) teams provide in-home services for those with long-term mental health needs, helping clients stay connected and supported outside the hospital.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

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Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 5 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. NYC Health + Hospitals - Metropolitan Hospital works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

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