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Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Washington, DC

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Washington, DC · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Veterans Affairs Medical Center

VA Medical Center with integrated mental and substance use treatment, medication management, therapy, case management, and trauma counseling.

Classified as veterans affairs medical center or other va healthcare facility. federal government. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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
Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive remediation therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Clozapine, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Paliperidone, Quetiapine, Risperidone + 3 more
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team, Psychiatric emergency onsite services, Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Facility operation
Federal Government, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

50 Irving Street NW 3-C North, Washington, DC 20422

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Facility direct line

740-773-1141 x17895

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Veterans Affairs Medical Center accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 740-773-1141 x17895 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other DC centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Veterans Affairs Medical Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Veterans Affairs Medical Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Veterans, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Veterans Affairs Medical Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive remediation therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.
How do I start treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center?
Call the facility directly at 740-773-1141 x17895 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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