2007 NAICS Definitions

621420 Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

This industry comprises establishments with medical staff primarily engaged in providing outpatient services related to the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders and alcohol and other substance abuse. These establishments generally treat patients who do not require inpatient treatment. They may provide a counseling staff and information regarding a wide range of mental health and substance abuse issues and/or refer patients to more extensive treatment programs, if necessary.

Illustrative Examples:

Outpatient alcoholism treatment centers and clinics (except hospitals) Outpatient mental health centers and clinics (except hospitals) Outpatient detoxification centers and clinics (except hospitals) Outpatient substance abuse treatment centers and clinics(except hospitals) Outpatient drug addiction treatment centers and clinics (except hospitals)

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