KVC’s Psychiatric Hospital is located on our Kansas City Campus in Kansas City, Kansas. The private hospital provides psychiatric in-patient care for children ages 6–18 with a DSM IV diagnosis and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Because of KVC’s focus on psychiatric care, the hospital provides only basic medical care. For admissions questions, call 866-KVC-CARE (toll free), Email Jennifer or click here for more information.
Behavioral problems treated in the hospital include:
- Suicidal thoughts and actions
- Severe aggression
- Psychosis
- Inability to function in home, school or community
When children come into the care of KVC’s psychiatric hospital, they receive:
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Nursing assessment within 8 hours
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Psychiatric evaluation within 24 hours
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Pediatric assessment within 24 hours
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Psychosocial assessment within 72 hours
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Lab work as needed
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Nutritional assessment as needed
Services include: