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Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System

113 Comanche Road, Fort Meade, SD 57741

4.1 54 reviews on Google Maps

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Levels of care5 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 ratings0.81 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.55 / 0.6

Patient ratings use 54 Google reviews (4.1★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.

About Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System

Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System is a VA substance use treatment provider in Fort Meade, South Dakota, located at 113 Comanche Road.

Levels of care offered here include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, transitional or sober living housing, 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.

Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System 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

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 Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Oxford House SturgisSturgis · 2.3 mi
    2. New Dawn EnterprisesVale · 17.2 mi · Residential
    3. Lutheran Social Services of SD – Canyon Hills CenterSpearfish · 17.8 mi

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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
    • 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
    • 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
    • Transportation assistance
    • Integrated primary care services
    • Suicide prevention services
    Licensing & accreditationThe Joint Commission
    Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
    Operated byU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

    Treatment access in Meade County, SD

    2Treatment facilities
    0Offer detox
    1Buprenorphine or methadone
    0Offer 24-hour care

    Meade County, SD has 2 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 30,918 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 the only listed provider 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

    Address113 Comanche Road
    Fort Meade, SD 57741
    Facility's own phone605-745-2027 x17096

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    Questions about Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System

    What services does Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System offer?

    Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System lists the following levels of care: outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, sober living / transitional housing, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.

    Does Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System accept insurance?

    According to SAMHSA data, Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System 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 Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System offer detox?

    Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System 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 Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System accredited?

    Yes. Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System reports accreditation from The Joint Commission. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.

    Who does Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System treat?

    Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System 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 Meade County, SD?

    Meade County, SD has 2 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 30,918 residents: 0 list detox services, 1 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Oxford House Sturgis (Sturgis, 2.3 miles), New Dawn Enterprises (Vale, 17.2 miles), and Lutheran Social Services of SD – Canyon Hills Center (Spearfish, 17.8 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    What is Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System's Google rating?

    Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System has a 4.1-star rating from 54 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.

    How do I get admitted to Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System or a similar program?

    Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System directly at 605-745-2027 x17096. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System. Our helpline is not affiliated with Veterans Affairs Medical Center – VA Black Hills Health Care System.

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