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JHBMC Creative Alternatives
JHBMC Creative Alternatives
is located at 1821 Portal Street Baltimore, MD. 21224 and can be contacted by calling 410-631-6148. JHBMC Creative Alternatives offers treatment services for Illicit Drug Addiction, Alcoholism and Prescription Drug Abuse

Treatment Services Offered: Mental Balance Treatment Services, Outpatient Alcohol Treatment
Payment Options: Payment Assistance Through Medicaid, Medicare Assistance

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