VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic

Augusta, GA

SAMHSA Verified Detox Inpatient IOP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Detox · Inpatient · IOP · MAT center · in Augusta, GA · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, trauma survivors.

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About VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic

A comprehensive outpatient center providing counseling, therapy, and medication-assisted treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Federal government. Primary focus: substance use treatment, detoxification.

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.

Level of care: Detox · Inpatient · IOP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient detoxification, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Long-term residential
Therapy approaches: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults
Special populations: Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, 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 who have experienced sexual abuse
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 + 6 more
Recovery supports: Self-help groups, Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation: Federal Government, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Full list from SAMHSA: Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

1 Freedom Way, Augusta, GA 30904

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Facility direct line

706-733-0188 x26237

Website

www.augusta.va.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic accept Medicaid?

Yes. According to SAMHSA data, VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific GA Medicaid plan. Call 706-733-0188 x26237 to verify your benefits.

What level of care does VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic offer?

This facility offers: Detox, Inpatient, IOP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential, Outpatient detoxification, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Long-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Detoxification, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

Does VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men, Seniors or older adults, Veterans, Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.

What therapy methods does VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: 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, 12-step facilitation.

How do I start treatment at VA Augusta Healthcare System Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs Medic?

Call the facility directly at 706-733-0188 x26237 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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