Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center – Veterans Affairs is a VA substance use treatment provider in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, located at 1111 East End Boulevard Behavioral Health Services 116. The Veterans Affairs program is operated by Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center.
Its services include detox (medically supervised withdrawal), residential (inpatient) treatment, 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.
Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center – Veterans Affairs accepts military insurance (TRICARE). Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.
The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for veterans. Sign language services are available for deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.
Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center – Veterans Affairs is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed or certified by the hospital licensing authority and drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
Support services include aftercare/continuing care, discharge planning, naloxone and overdose education, and outcome follow-up after discharge.