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NYC DOC - Bellevue Hospital Prison Ward (BHPW)

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Last Updated: May 01, 2025

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Address

462 1st Ave, New York, NY 10013

County

New York

Phone

212-266-1500

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Bellevue Prison Hospital is for State Hospital offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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You can support your loved ones at Bellevue Prison Hospital on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 212-266-1500.

The Bellevue Prison Hospital stands as a correctional facility hospital situated at 462 1st Ave in New York, NY. Operated by the New York Department of Corrections, these State Hospitals serve as venues for the evaluation and treatment of inmates sentenced for such purposes. Individuals undergo assessment and treatment before any new evaluation of their stability is undertaken.

New York DOC medical facilities comprise various housing levels catering to different security needs. These levels include Level I, featuring open dormitories without a secure perimeter, Level II with open dormitories and secure perimeter fences with armed coverage, and Level III offering individual cells, fenced perimeters, and armed coverage.

The medical facilities within Bellevue Prison Hospital encompass a range of specialized services, including a general acute care hospital, correctional treatment center, licensed elderly care unit, in-patient and outpatient psychiatric facilities, and a hospice unit for terminally ill inmates. Additionally, the facility provides housing and treatment for inmates identified with AIDS/HIV, along with general population and other special inmate housing.

For information regarding inmates and visiting hours, individuals may contact 212-266-1500. These facilities prioritize the health and well-being of inmates while maintaining the necessary security measures dictated by their correctional context.

BHPW houses male inmates requiring psychiatric or medical treatment. The hospital currently occupies a 25-story patient care facility with an ICU, digital radiology communication and an outpatient facility. The hospital has an attending physician staff of 1,200 and an in-house staff of about 5,500. The facility also offers comprehensive healthcare services, including outpatient, specialty and skilled nursing care.

Inmate Handbook - This handbook has information about many of the programs and services available to you, including educational services, family events, the grievance process, law libraries, medical and mental health services, reentry services, and religious services. You can learn more about all of the programs and services available to you in the programs office. To go to the programs office, ask your housing area officer for an interview slip, fill out the slip, and return it to the officer. Additionally, the handbook provides answers to frequently asked questions, including how family and friends can deposit money into your account, how often you can use the phone, what property you may have, how many visits you may have, what to do if you have a disability, how to access services, and how to address various concerns.

Inmate Calls - As of May 2, 2019, all inmate calls are free. Inmates are now entitled to 21 minutes of free phone privileges every three hours. Individual calls can last up to 15 minutes each, and even dangerous prisoners locked up in solitary confinement get a single, daily call of up to 15 minutes.

Inmate Rulebook - The inmate rulebook contains the rules that you must follow and describes the process if you violate these rules. The rules fall into several general categories:

Do not start fires
Do not attempt to escape
Do not fight or assault anyone
Do not possess contraband, including weapons, drugs, tobacco, electronics, and other non-permissible items,
Do not lead or participate in riots, demonstrations, barricades, or hostage situations
Do not gamble
Do not bribe or extort anyone
Do not tamper with security devices
Do not tamper with documents
Do not damage city property
Do not disrupt programs or otherwise conduct yourself in a disorderly manner
Provide identification when asked
Do not give false statements

Follow all instructions from staff If you violate any of these rules, you will be served with a notice of infraction and will receive a due process hearing. At the hearing, you may present a defense before an adjudication captain. The adjudication captain will find you guilty or not and, if you are found guilty, will determine what the sanction will be. Sanctions include surcharges, reprimands, and sentences to punitive segregation time.

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Visitation Information

NYC DOC - Bellevue Hospital Prison Ward (BHPW) - Visitation

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Visitors will be subject to passive canine searches when arriving to the Hospital Prison Wards.
All visitors 16 years of age and older must present valid current identification that contains a photograph and signature. Acceptable forms of identification for all visitors are listed below.
Children under the age of 16 who are accompanied by an adult over 18 are not required to present any identification at all.
A 16-year-old or 17-year old with valid identification may accompany a child under the age of 16 if he or she is the parent of that child and the inmate being visited is also the parent of the same child. In this case, the 16- or 17-year-old must produce a birth certificate for the child under the age of 16.

Acceptable Forms of Identification - From any state or territory in the U.S.:

Current driver’s license
Valid Employment ID card with photo AND most recent employment paycheck/stub
DMV Non-driver license identification card

Other Acceptable Forms of Identification

Resident alien or permanent resident card issued by the U.S. Department of Justice
Passport (from any country)
NYS benefits identification card (Medicaid/food stamp photo ID)
U.S. Armed Services identification
Consulate-issued or diplomatic identification
IDNYC card

If you have any questions while at a facility, please ask a Correction Officer or Supervisor
Visit Schedule - The visit schedule is based on the first letter of inmates' last names. Visitors should check the visitation schedule to be sure their friend or family member is eligible for a visit on a specific day.
Registration and Visit Hours
There are no visits on Mondays and Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursday
Registration hours are on Wednesdays and Thursdays are from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Visits are permitted from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., but visitors must register by 8:00 p.m.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (Please note: the start of visiting hours can be delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.)
Number of Visits and Visitors - Inmates are permitted to visit with up to three (3) visitors at the same time, with the maximum number to be determined by conditions set forth in each facility, availability of space and volume of visitors/inmates. Detainees may receive visits three (3) times per week. Sentenced inmates may receive visits two (2) times per week. All inmates are limited to one (1) visit session per visit day, regardless of the number of visitors in that session.
Visitors' Dress Code - To provide for the safety and security of Department staff, inmates and visitors and to maintain a family-friendly environment, visitors must wear appropriate clothing to visit inmates. Overly suggestive clothing and clothing in which contraband and non-permissible items can be hidden are not permitted. When meeting with an inmate, visitors may only wear a single layer of clothing (except those visitors required to wear a cover-up garment) and NO ACCESSORIES.
Visitors WILL NOT be permitted onto the visit floor of jail if they are wearing any of the following:

Clothing with holes or rips that are located more than three inches above the knee
Hooded garments
Hats and head coverings (excluding religious head coverings)
Clothing identifying a specific gang by name or logo
Clothing that makes explicit reference to obscene language, drugs, sex or violence
Swimming attire
See-through garments
Uniforms
Jewelry (excluding a wedding ring and one religious medal no more than two inches in diameter hung on the chain of one-quarter-inch or less in diameter and no longer than 24 inches
Tops, including dresses, which expose the chest, stomach or back
Shorts, skirts or dresses the hem of which is more than three inches above the knee
Spandex leggings unless covered by tops, shorts, skirts or dresses the hem of which is no more than three inches above the knee
Outer garments including coats, shawls, ponchos, jackets, vests, gloves, or over-boots or overshoes (outer boots or shoes that slip over other shoes)
Visitors must wear undergarments.

Visitors whose attire violates the dress code will be permitted a contact visit if they agree to wear a cover-up garment provided by the Department. Visitors who refuse to wear a cover-up garment provided by the Department will be denied a visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

NYC DOC - Bellevue Hospital Prison Ward (BHPW) - FAQs

State hospitals provide inpatient psychiatric care for individuals requiring intensive mental health treatment. These facilities serve patients who are civilly committed due to severe mental illness, as well as forensic patients—those involved in the criminal justice system who require psychiatric evaluation or treatment. State hospitals are typically operated by the state’s Department of Health and Human Services or a similar agency and focus on stabilizing individuals through medical intervention, therapy, and structured care.

What is a state hospital?
A state hospital is a government-operated psychiatric facility that provides inpatient mental health treatment for individuals with severe mental illness. These hospitals serve both voluntary patients and those who are involuntarily committed due to safety concerns for themselves or others.
Who is admitted to a state hospital?
Patients are admitted through civil commitment (ordered by a court due to mental illness and inability to care for oneself) or through the forensic system (those referred by the criminal justice system for psychiatric evaluation or treatment). Some state hospitals also accept voluntary patients, though space is often limited.
What is the difference between a civil commitment and a forensic commitment?
A civil commitment involves individuals hospitalized due to mental illness that poses a danger to themselves or others, whereas a forensic commitment involves individuals referred by the courts for mental health treatment related to a criminal case. Forensic patients may be those deemed incompetent to stand trial, found not guilty by reason of insanity, or requiring psychiatric evaluation before legal proceedings.
How does someone get admitted to a state hospital?
Admission typically requires a court order, either through a civil commitment process initiated by family members, law enforcement, or medical professionals, or through the criminal justice system for forensic evaluations. Some facilities accept voluntary patients, but most prioritize those with the most urgent psychiatric needs.
What types of treatment are provided in a state hospital?
Treatment includes psychiatric evaluation, medication management, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, occupational therapy, and life skills training. Patients may also receive substance abuse counseling and support for co-occurring disorders.
Are state hospitals the same as psychiatric wards in general hospitals?
No. Psychiatric wards in general hospitals provide short-term stabilization for acute psychiatric crises, while state hospitals offer long-term treatment and rehabilitation for individuals with severe or persistent mental illness.
How long do patients stay in a state hospital?
The length of stay varies depending on the patient’s condition, legal status, and treatment progress. Some individuals may stay a few weeks or months, while others with complex needs or forensic commitments may remain for years or indefinitely if they are considered a continued risk to themselves or the public.
Can a patient refuse treatment in a state hospital?
Involuntary patients may be required to take medication and participate in treatment if deemed necessary by medical professionals and approved by a court. However, legal protections exist, and patients have the right to challenge their treatment through legal channels. Voluntary patients generally have more autonomy in their care.
Are state hospitals secure facilities?
Yes, especially forensic units where patients are under legal custody. These units have controlled access, security protocols, and staff trained in crisis management. Civil commitment areas may have more flexibility, but safety remains a priority in all units.
Do patients have access to visitors while in a state hospital?
Yes, but visitation policies vary by facility and patient status. Some patients have limited or supervised visitation, particularly in forensic units, while others may have more frequent visits depending on their treatment progress and behavior.
Can patients leave the state hospital at any time?
Voluntary patients may discharge themselves, though medical staff will assess their readiness to leave. Involuntary patients must meet legal and medical criteria before being released, which often requires court approval.
Do state hospitals provide educational or vocational programs?
Some state hospitals offer vocational training, life skills development, and educational opportunities to help patients transition back into the community. Programs may include job readiness training, social skills classes, and supported employment initiatives.
What rights do patients have in a state hospital?
Patients have rights, including access to adequate medical care, humane treatment, legal representation, and appeal processes for involuntary hospitalization. Federal and state laws, such as the Mental Health Patient Bill of Rights, ensure that patients are treated with dignity and respect.
How does a state hospital help forensic patients reintegrate into society?
Forensic patients may transition through step-down programs, including supervised housing, community-based treatment, and conditional release programs. The goal is to provide continued mental health support while ensuring public safety.
Who pays for state hospital treatment?
State hospitals are primarily funded by state and federal government programs, with costs covered by Medicaid, Medicare, or state mental health services. Patients with private insurance may have additional coverage, but involuntary hospitalization is typically state-funded.
Can patients have personal belongings in a state hospital?
Personal belongings are allowed but may be restricted for safety reasons. Items such as sharp objects, medications, and electronics may be prohibited or require special approval. Each facility has guidelines on what is permitted.
What happens after a patient is discharged from a state hospital?
Discharge planning includes connecting patients with outpatient services, medication management, therapy, and community resources to support their transition. Many patients enter supervised housing, outpatient mental health programs, or assisted living to maintain stability post-discharge.

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