Overview
As part of a major regional hospital, Tallahassee Memorial Behavioral Health Center provides critical drug and alcohol rehab services for adults in Tallahassee, FL. Their core offering is a short-term inpatient medical detox program within a secure, locked hospital unit. The primary goal is to provide safe, medically-supervised stabilization for individuals withdrawing from substances like alcohol, opioids, and sedatives. The facility environment is clinical and sterile, with patients staying in shared hospital rooms. The focus is entirely on medical safety and immediate stabilization, with patients being seen daily by a doctor. Following detox, which typically lasts 3-7 days, patients are connected with further treatment, including TMH's own six-week outpatient program. Visit their website here.
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Amenities & Details
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Treatment
Levels of Care
Inpatient Medical Detoxification
Medically supervised stabilization.
Outpatient Rehabilitation
Flexible continuing care program.
Approaches
Policies
Secure Facility
Inpatient unit is locked to ensure patient safety.
Tobacco-Free Campus
Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited on hospital grounds.
Electronics Policy
Cell phones and laptops are not permitted in the inpatient unit.
Visitation Policy
Limited visitation; contact facility for current guidelines.
Cost
Insurance
TMH accepts many major insurance plans, including commercial, Medicare, and Florida/Georgia Medicaid. Please call to verify your coverage.
Insurance InfoSelf-Pay
Self-pay options are available. The following are estimates and subject to change.
- Inpatient Detox (Daily Rate): $550.00*
- Inpatient Stay (Total Estimate): $3,349.47*
*Estimates are for the facility portion only and do not include separate physician or other professional fees.
Reviews
Based on 71 Google reviews
What Clients Appreciate
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Compassionate Staff: Many praise individual nurses, techs, and doctors for being kind and professional.
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Safe Environment: Patients report feeling safe and well-cared-for during acute withdrawal.
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Effective Stabilization: The program is seen as effective for immediate medical detox and stabilization.
"The staff there are wonderful people. They really cared for me when I need them the most... I can now say I'm sober today because they showed me the way."
"My son was treated with the best care. He said the staff was kind, caring and professional. As a mother I felt relieved that my son was in great hands."
View additional context from reviews
Reviews for TMH Behavioral Health are mixed. While many patients feel their lives were saved by the compassionate medical staff during detox, common criticisms point to long wait times for admission, poor communication from some staff members, and a desire for more therapeutic programming and better discharge planning.
Tip: This program excels at acute medical stabilization. Patients seeking long-term, in-depth therapeutic work should be prepared to transition to the outpatient program or another facility after detox.
Location
Address
Tallahassee Memorial Behavioral Health Center1616 Physicians Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA
Hours
Inpatient Admissions: 24/7
Via the TMH Emergency Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Daily Life, Rules & Family
Is this a closed or locked facility?
Yes, the inpatient detoxification unit at Tallahassee Memorial is a secure, locked facility to ensure the safety and well-being of all patients during medical stabilization.
Can I use my phone or laptop? Is there WiFi?
No. As is standard for secure hospital units, personal electronic devices like cell phones and laptops are not permitted during your inpatient stay. This helps protect patient privacy and encourages focus on recovery.
Are family visits allowed?
Information regarding in-person family visitation for the inpatient detox unit is not listed on their website. Please contact the facility directly for their current policy. The outpatient program does include scheduled family education sessions.
What is the living situation like?
The living situation is a clinical, hospital-unit setting. Patients reside in shared, semi-private hospital rooms. Facility is locked/secured for safety.
Can I get my own room?
Shared rooms are the standard accommodation. The availability of private rooms is not mentioned and is unlikely in this setting. You should discuss any specific needs with the admissions department.
Is smoking/vaping allowed?
No. Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is a 100% tobacco-free campus. Use of any tobacco or vaping products is strictly prohibited everywhere on hospital grounds.
Who else will be in treatment with me?
You will be in treatment with other adults (18+) from the general population. The program is co-ed, but hospital rooms are gender-specific.
What should I bring with me?
The facility does not provide a specific packing list on its website. It's recommended to bring a few days' worth of comfortable clothing, essential toiletries, your ID, and your insurance card. Please call the admissions department for detailed instructions before your arrival.
Treatment Details
How long will I be there?
The average stay for inpatient medical detox is short-term, typically between 3 and 7 days. The follow-up outpatient program is six weeks long.
Is Suboxone (MAT) permitted?
Yes, TMH utilizes Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) as a core component of its detoxification protocol to help manage withdrawal symptoms safely and effectively.
Who provides care here?
Your care team is a multidisciplinary group of hospital professionals, including physicians, 24/7 nursing staff, licensed counselors, and behavioral health technicians.
Does this program use the 12-Steps?
The program's primary focus is on medical stabilization and clinical, evidence-based therapies. While patients may be encouraged to connect with 12-Step fellowships as part of their aftercare plan, it is not a 12-Step-based program.
Is the program faith-based?
No, TMH provides a clinical, medical program that is not based on any specific faith or religion.
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The Joint Commission
Nationally Recognized Quality.
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