How long is the program at Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center?

The typical program length is 5 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

What levels of care are available?

This facility offers 1 levels of care: Outpatient.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

17273 State Route 104, Chillicothe, OH 45601

✓ Joint Commission 1 care level

(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Location: Chillicothe, OH — Joint Commission accredited
Levels of Care: Outpatient
Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Nutrition Counseling and more
Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Located near Robert B. Scarborough Bridge in Charleston, this hospital supports veterans with mental health and substance use challenges. Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center offers inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth options, with focused programs for post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, addiction, smoking cessation, and chronic pain.
Clinicians use evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain (CBT-CP) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Veterans engage in individual and group counseling to address depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and addiction. Pain management services feature biofeedback, acupuncture, massage therapy, and tai chi, while nutrition counseling helps veterans improve health through tailored guidance and education.
Dedicated programs provide counseling and therapy in supportive spaces for women veterans, LGBTQ+ veterans, and survivors of military sexual trauma (MST). Staff extend support with housing programs for those at risk of homelessness and transition care that guides veterans returning to civilian life.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women LGBTQ+ Veterans

Services Offered

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

Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Outpatient Partial hospitalization/day treatment Residential/24-hour residential

Veterans Affairs Medical Center or other VA healthcare facility

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

Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale

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

Federal Government U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment U.S. Department of VA funds

Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI) Persons with Alzheimer's or dementia Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Screening for tobacco use

Metabolic syndrome monitoring Laboratory testing

Housing services Mentoring/peer support

Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling

Smoking not permitted

Young Adults Seniors

Vaping not permitted

Diet and exercise counseling Family psychoeducation Intensive case management Illness management and recovery Psychosocial rehabilitation services Supported employment Supported housing Therapeutic foster care Vocational rehabilitation services Case management service Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

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Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

17273 State Route 104, Chillicothe, OH, 45601

(843) 577-5011

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Quick Facts

Program	5 days
Focus	This center treats substance u...
Insurance	24 accepted
Accreditation	Joint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Outpatient

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group Therapy Nutrition Counseling Online Therapy Trauma-Specific Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Acupuncture Biofeedback

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment Trauma Informed

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction Smoking Cessation Nicotine

Insurance Accepted

Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Ralph H. Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Nutrition Counseling. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in OH or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.