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VA Caribbean Healthcare System

10 Casia Street, San Juan, PR 00921

3.9 521 reviews on Google Maps

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Levels of care7 programsInpatient & outpatient
Payment5 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATOfferedBuprenorphine, Naltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationJoint CommissionIndependent quality review

StartDrugRehab Score

Our 10-point score combines licensing and accreditation, the levels of care and payment options this facility reports, and patient ratings from Google and StartDrugRehab.com reviewers. Paid or claimed listings never change a score. Read full methodology

How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.2 / 1.8
Levels of care1.5 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.68 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.6 / 0.6

Patient ratings use 521 Google reviews (3.9★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.

About VA Caribbean Healthcare System

Located at 10 Casia Street in San Juan, Puerto Rico, VA Caribbean Healthcare System is a VA addiction treatment program.

Care options include medically supervised detox, hospital inpatient care, intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, and motivational interviewing. 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, Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, and state-financed health insurance. A sliding fee scale based on income is available. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.

The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for women, men, veterans, active duty military, and clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.

VA Caribbean Healthcare System is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency, state mental health department, state department of health, and hospital licensing authority.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Anger management
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Contingency management/motivational incentives
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Matrix Model
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
  • Trauma-related counseling

Detox services

  • Alcohol Detoxification
  • Benzodiazepines Detoxification
  • Cocaine Detoxification
  • Methamphetamines detoxification
  • Opioids detoxification

Medications used

  • Acamprosate (Campral®)
  • Disulfiram
  • Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant
  • 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

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Accepted
Cash / Self-PayNot listed
Sliding Scale FeesAccepted
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed

Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

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How VA Caribbean Healthcare System compares

  • ✓Offers detox: only 2 of 6 programs in San Juan do.
  • ✓Accepts Medicaid: 3 of 6 programs in San Juan do.

Closest alternatives

  1. Tratamiento Residencial – Para Mujeres/ASSMCASan Juan · under 1 mi · Residential, MAT
  2. Centro de Acceso y Tratamiento – HatoSan Juan · 2.5 mi
  3. Inspira – Hato ReySan Juan · 2.6 mi · Outpatient

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

  • Adult women
  • Adult men
  • Veterans
  • Active duty military
  • Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
  • Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
  • 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
  • Recovery coach
  • 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
  • Family counseling
  • Marital/couples counseling
  • Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 

Ancillary services

  • Acupuncture
  • Case management service
  • Domestic violence services, including family or partner
  • Early intervention for HIV
  • Mental health services
  • Social skills development
  • Transportation assistance
  • Integrated primary care services
  • Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, State department of health, Hospital licensing authority, The Joint Commission, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated byU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Location

Address10 Casia Street
San Juan, PR 00921
Facility's own phone787-641-7582

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Questions about VA Caribbean Healthcare System

What services does VA Caribbean Healthcare System offer?

VA Caribbean Healthcare System lists the following levels of care: detox, hospital inpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does VA Caribbean Healthcare System accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, VA Caribbean Healthcare System accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicare, medicaid, federal military insurance (e.g., tricare), private health insurance, 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 VA Caribbean Healthcare System offer detox?

Yes. VA Caribbean Healthcare System provides detoxification (medically supervised withdrawal) services, including alcohol detoxification, benzodiazepines detoxification, cocaine detoxification, methamphetamines detoxification, and opioids detoxification.

Is VA Caribbean Healthcare System accredited?

Yes. VA Caribbean Healthcare System reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

Who does VA Caribbean Healthcare System treat?

VA Caribbean Healthcare System accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adult women, adult men, veterans, active duty military, and clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.

What are the closest alternatives to VA Caribbean Healthcare System?

The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Tratamiento Residencial – Para Mujeres/ASSMCA (San Juan, under 1 miles), Centro de Acceso y Tratamiento – Hato (San Juan, 2.5 miles), and Inspira – Hato Rey (San Juan, 2.6 miles). Distances are straight-line.

What is VA Caribbean Healthcare System's Google rating?

VA Caribbean Healthcare System has a 3.9-star rating from 521 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.

How do I get admitted to VA Caribbean Healthcare System or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact VA Caribbean Healthcare System directly at 787-641-7582. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be VA Caribbean Healthcare System. Our helpline is not affiliated with VA Caribbean Healthcare System.

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Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with VA Caribbean Healthcare System.