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VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic

351 East Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012

(877) 847-2855 Free admissions helpline · available 24/7
Not affiliated with this facility
Levels of care6 programsOutpatient
Payment3 options
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATOfferedBuprenorphine, Naltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationJoint CommissionIndependent quality review

About VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic

VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic is a VA substance use treatment provider in Los Angeles, California, located at 351 East Temple Street. The Substance Use Disorder Clinic program is operated by VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center.

Its services include detox (medically supervised withdrawal), 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.

VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic accepts government funding for substance use treatment and cash or self-payment. 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 young adults, pregnant/postpartum women, seniors or older adults, and veterans.

VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP) and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).

Support services include aftercare/continuing care, discharge planning, naloxone and overdose education, and outcome follow-up after discharge.

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
  • Trauma-related counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

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
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidNot listed
MedicareNot listed
Private InsuranceNot listed
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesAccepted
State-Funded / Low-CostAccepted

Payment assistance (check with facility for details) · Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

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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
  • Recovery coach
  • Mentoring/peer support
  • Employment counseling or training
  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education
  • Outcome follow-up after discharge

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 & accreditationThe Joint Commission, SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated byFederal Government, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Location

351 East Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Facility's own contact213-253-2677 x23011 · va.gov/greater-los-angeles-health-care/locations/los-angeles-va-clinic

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Questions about VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic

What services does VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic offer?

VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic lists the following levels of care: detox, intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

Does VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic accept insurance?

According to SAMHSA data, VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic accepts government funding for substance use treatment and cash or self-payment. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (877) 847-2855 for a free benefits check.

Does VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic offer detox?

Yes. VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic provides detoxification (medically supervised withdrawal) services, including alcohol detoxification, benzodiazepines detoxification, cocaine detoxification, methamphetamines detoxification, and opioids detoxification.

Is VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic accredited?

Yes. VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

Who does VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic treat?

VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include young adults, adult women, pregnant/postpartum women, adult men, and seniors or older adults.

How do I get admitted to VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic or a similar program?

Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic directly at 213-253-2677 x23011. To compare VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic with other options and verify your insurance, call our admissions helpline at (877) 847-2855. Our helpline is not affiliated with VA Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center – Substance Use Disorder Clinic.

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