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Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox

282 Brule Street, Fort Knox, KY 40121

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Levels of care4 programsOutpatient
Payment2 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATOfferedBuprenorphine, Naltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationJoint CommissionIndependent quality review

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State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.2 / 1.8
Levels of care0.9 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.75 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.3 / 0.6

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About Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox

Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox is a public substance use treatment provider in Fort Knox, Kentucky, located at 282 Brule Street.

Levels of care offered here include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and substance use disorder counseling. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.

Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for young adults, women, pregnant/postpartum women, men, and seniors or older adults.

Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox is accredited by The Joint Commission.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Trauma-related counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Medications used

  • Acamprosate (Campral®)
  • Disulfiram
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable)
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
  • Medications for HIV treatment
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Clonidine
  • Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidNot listed
MedicareNot listed
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed
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How Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Communicare IncRadcliff · 5 mi · MAT, Outpatient
    2. Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System – United Healthcare of Hardin IncRadcliff · 7.8 mi · MAT, IOP, Outpatient
    3. Oxford House AltheaElizabethtown · 9.2 mi

    Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.

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    Who they serve & support services

    Specialized groups

    • Young adults
    • Adult women
    • Pregnant/postpartum women
    • Adult men
    • Seniors or older adults
    • Veterans
    • Active duty military
    • Members of military families
    • Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
    • Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
    • Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
    • Clients with HIV or AIDS
    • Clients who have experienced sexual abuse
    • Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence
    • Clients who have experienced trauma

    Recovery support

    • Housing services
    • Assistance with obtaining social services
    • Mentoring/peer support
    • Employment counseling or training

    Counseling & education

    • HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
    • Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
    • Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
    • Substance use disorder education
    • Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
    • Individual counseling
    • Group counseling
    • Marital/couples counseling

    Ancillary services

    • Mental health services
    • Transportation assistance
    • Integrated primary care services
    • Suicide prevention services
    Licensing & accreditationThe Joint Commission
    Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
    Operated byFederal Government

    Treatment access in Hardin County, KY

    12Treatment facilities
    6Offer detox
    9Buprenorphine or methadone
    4Offer 24-hour care

    Hardin County, KY has 12 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 112,826 residents. 6 facilities in the county list detox services. 19 people died of a drug overdose in the county in the 12 months to March 2026 (CDC provisional data): 16.8 per 100,000 residents, compared with 25.7 statewide.

    Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.

    Location

    Address282 Brule Street
    Fort Knox, KY 40121
    Facility's own phone502-287-3740

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    Questions about Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox

    What services does Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox offer?

    Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox lists the following levels of care: outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

    Does Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox accept insurance?

    According to SAMHSA data, Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

    Does Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox offer detox?

    Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.

    Is Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox accredited?

    Yes. Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

    Who does Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox treat?

    Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include young adults, adult women, pregnant/postpartum women, adult men, and seniors or older adults.

    How many addiction treatment programs are in Hardin County, KY?

    Hardin County, KY has 12 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 112,826 residents: 6 list detox services, 9 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 4 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Communicare Inc (Radcliff, 5 miles), Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health System – United Healthcare of Hardin Inc (Radcliff, 7.8 miles), and Oxford House Althea (Elizabethtown, 9.2 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    How do I get admitted to Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox or a similar program?

    Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox directly at 502-287-3740. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox. Our helpline is not affiliated with Louisville VAMC – VA Healthcare Center Fort Knox.

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