Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs

Type of Care

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

Service Setting (e.g., Outpatient, Residential, Inpatient, etc.)

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Outpatient

Facility Type

Veterans Affairs Medical Center or other VA healthcare facility

Pharmacotherapies

Chlorpromazine Droperidol Fluphenazine Haloperidol Loxapine Perphenazine Pimozide Prochlorperazine Thiothixene Thioridazine Trifluoperazine Aripiprazole Asenapine Brexpiprazole Cariprazine Clozapine IIoperidone Lurasidone Olanzapine Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI

Treatment Approaches

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

Emergency Mental Health Services

Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services

Facility Operation (e.g., Private, Public)

Federal Government U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted

Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance U.S. Department of VA funds

Special Programs/Groups Offered

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

Assessment/Pre-treatment

Screening for tobacco use

Testing

HIV testing STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring Laboratory testing

Recovery Support Services

Housing services Mentoring/peer support

Education and Counseling Services

Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy

Smoking not permitted

Age Groups Accepted

Young Adults Seniors

Facility Vaping Policy

Vaping not permitted

Ancillary Services

Chronic disease/illness management Diet and exercise counseling Family psychoeducation Intensive case management Illness management and recovery Legal advocacy Psychosocial rehabilitation services Supported employment Supported housing Vocational rehabilitation services Case management service Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services Education services

How long is the program at Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs?

The typical program length at Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs is 21 day. Actual duration varies based on individual assessment and treatment progress.

What insurance does Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs accept?

Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Call (833) 546-3513 for free insurance verification.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 2 levels of care: Residential Rehab, Outpatient. Your care team will recommend the appropriate level based on your evaluation.

Who does Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs treat?

Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs treats Men, Women, Older Adults, Young Adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans. Contact the facility to discuss specific eligibility requirements.

How do I start the admissions process?

Call (833) 546-3513 for a free, confidential consultation. Our specialists verify your insurance, explain options, and guide you through every step of the admission process.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 546-3513 for a free verification — we check your specific benefits and out-of-pocket costs within minutes.

What therapies are used at this center?

Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Veterans Affairs uses evidence-based approaches including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. Treatment plans are personalized to each individual.