Bessemer VA Clinic

Bessemer, AL

SAMHSA Verified

in Bessemer, AL.

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Direct line to Bessemer VA Clinic: 205-428-3495

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About Bessemer VA Clinic

Integrated outpatient care for veterans with substance use, mental health treatment, crisis intervention, HIV testing, and peer support.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

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TRICARE / VA

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Contact & Location

Address

2201 Arlington Ave, Bessemer, AL 35020

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Facility direct line

205-428-3495

Website

www.birmingham.va.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bessemer VA Clinic accept Medicaid?

SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 205-428-3495 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other AL centers that accept Medicaid.

What level of care does Bessemer VA Clinic offer?

Does Bessemer VA Clinic have specialized programs?

SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.

What therapy methods does Bessemer VA Clinic use?

Specific therapy approaches are not listed in SAMHSA data. Contact the facility for clinical details.

How do I start treatment at Bessemer VA Clinic?

Call the facility directly at 205-428-3495 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.

Is treatment confidential?

Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.

What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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