VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
American Lake Division
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
Full Address
9600 Veterans Drive SW
Tacoma, Washington 98493
Phone Numbers
Main: 253-582-8440
Intake: 253-583-1759
Hours
24/7 - Always Available
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
9600 Veterans Drive SW, Tacoma, WA 98493
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System in Tacoma, Washington provides comprehensive substance use and mental health treatment specifically designed for veterans and their families. Offering multiple levels of care from outpatient detoxification to 24-hour residential programs, they address co-occurring disorders with evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed counseling. Their integrated approach combines medication-assisted treatment options with counseling services, supported by CARF, Joint Commission, and SAMHSA accreditation.
Key Highlights
- Specialized veterans-focused treatment programs with understanding of military-related trauma and service-connected issues
- Multiple care levels from intensive outpatient to residential detoxification, accommodating various recovery needs
- Evidence-based therapies including CBT, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and trauma-informed care
- Comprehensive medication-assisted treatment with methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone options available
Who This Facility Serves
This facility best serves veterans struggling with substance use disorders, particularly those with co-occurring mental health conditions or trauma histories. It's ideal for individuals seeking flexibility in treatment intensity, from intensive outpatient schedules to residential care.
This facility accepts various insurance plans. Contact them directly to verify coverage for your specific plan.
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
9600 Veterans Drive SW, Tacoma, WA 98493
Available 24/7 for immediate assistance
| Type of Care | Detoxification, Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children |
| Service Settings | Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient, Outpatient detoxification, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment, Residential detoxification, Residential/24-hour residential, Short-term residential |
| Medications Offered | Buprenorphine used in Treatment, Methadone used in Treatment, Naltrexone used in Treatment |
Accepted Payment Methods
Age Groups
Adults, Young Adults
Gender
Female, Male
Based on available information, this facility accepts Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE), Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid. However, insurance coverage can vary by plan and individual circumstances. Please contact the facility directly to verify if your specific insurance plan is accepted and what services are covered.
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