Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Services

Louisville, KY

SAMHSA Verified Detox Inpatient IOP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Detox · Inpatient · IOP · MAT center · in Louisville, KY · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans.

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About Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Services

Intensive outpatient center providing comprehensive substance use treatment, mental health services, trauma-related counseling, and vocational support.

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, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups: Young Adults, Adults
Special populations: Veterans
Medications used: Disulfiram, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Medications for Hepatitis C treatment, Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports: Self-help groups, Housing 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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TRICARE / VA

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

Contact & Location

Address

800 Zorn Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206

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Facility direct line

502-287-5960

Website

www.louisville.va.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Services accept Medicaid?

SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 502-287-5960 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other KY centers that accept Medicaid.

What level of care does Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Services 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, Short-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 Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Services have specialized programs?

Yes — this facility offers programs for: Veterans.

What therapy methods does Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Services use?

Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Trauma-related counseling.

How do I start treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Services?

Call the facility directly at 502-287-5960 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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