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VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic

601 South 5th Avenue, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

3.1 13 reviews on Google Maps

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Levels of care4 programsOutpatient
Payment4 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 care0.9 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.44 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.55 / 0.6

Patient ratings use 13 Google reviews (3.1★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.

About VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic

VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic provides drug and alcohol treatment from its location at 601 South 5th Avenue in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. It is a public provider.

Its services 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, Medicare, Medicaid, private health insurance, and cash or self-payment. 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, seniors or older adults, veterans, and clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.

VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic 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
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Not listed
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesNot listed
State-Funded / Low-CostNot listed
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How VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Community Action Partnership of – Western Nebraska (CAPWN)Gering · under 1 mi · MAT, IOP, Outpatient
    2. Sandhills Center for HopeAlliance · 43.6 mi · IOP, Outpatient
    3. Human Services IncAlliance · 44 mi · Residential, MAT, IOP

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    Who they serve & support services

    Specialized groups

    • Adult women
    • Adult men
    • Seniors or older adults
    • Veterans
    • Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
    • Clients who have experienced trauma

    Recovery support

    • Housing services
    • Assistance with obtaining social services
    • 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
    • Marital/couples counseling
    • Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 

    Ancillary services

    • Case management service
    • Early intervention for HIV
    • Mental health services
    • Integrated primary care services
    • Suicide prevention services
    Licensing & accreditationThe Joint Commission
    Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
    Operated byFederal Government

    Treatment access in Scotts Bluff County, NE

    2Treatment facilities
    0Offer detox
    2Buprenorphine or methadone
    0Offer 24-hour care

    Scotts Bluff County, NE has 2 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 35,734 residents. No facility in the county lists detox services, so people who need medically supervised withdrawal usually have to travel to another county first. It is one of 2 listed providers of buprenorphine or methadone treatment in the county.

    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

    Address601 South 5th Avenue
    Scottsbluff, NE 69361
    Facility's own phone308-225-5330

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    Questions about VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic

    What services does VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic offer?

    VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic 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 VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic accept insurance?

    According to SAMHSA data, VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicare, medicaid, private health insurance, 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 (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.

    Does VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic offer detox?

    VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic 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 VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic accredited?

    Yes. VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

    Who does VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic treat?

    VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adult women, adult men, seniors or older adults, veterans, and clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.

    How many addiction treatment programs are in Scotts Bluff County, NE?

    Scotts Bluff County, NE has 2 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 35,734 residents: 0 list detox services, 2 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Community Action Partnership of – Western Nebraska (CAPWN) (Gering, under 1 miles), Sandhills Center for Hope (Alliance, 43.6 miles), and Human Services Inc (Alliance, 44 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    What is VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic's Google rating?

    VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic has a 3.1-star rating from 13 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 Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic or a similar program?

    Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic directly at 308-225-5330. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic. Our helpline is not affiliated with VA Panhandle of Nebraska – Community Based Outreach Clinic.

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