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Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs

Wilkes Barre, PA

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient MAT Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Trauma-Informed Young Adults Seniors · Older Adults

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Wilkes Barre, PA · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves veterans, seniors, trauma survivors.

Free helpline · 24/7

Need help choosing the right program?

Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs

  • Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx offered on-site
  • Accepts Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Wilkes Barre, PA

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs

Veterans Affairs facility offering comprehensive mental health services, substance use treatment, crisis intervention, and trauma support for veterans.

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: June 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Inpatient · Outpatient · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Age groups accepted

Young Adults, Seniors

Special populations

Veterans, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Medications used

Chlorpromazine, Droperidol, Fluphenazine, Haloperidol, Loxapine, Perphenazine, Pimozide, Prochlorperazine +19 more

Recovery support services

Housing services, 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

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Coverage details →

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

1111 East End Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711

Facility direct line

570-824-3521 x27738

Website

www.va.gov

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call 570-824-3521 x27738 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other PA centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. 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 Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Veterans, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
What therapy methods does Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs?
Call the facility directly at 570-824-3521 x27738 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: June 2026. Editorial policy.

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