Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med

915 North Grand Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO 63106

✓ Joint Commission 3 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med

  • Location: Saint Louis, MO — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med

VA facility providing outpatient services for veterans with substance use disorders, including medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and comprehensive mental health support. Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med is located in Saint Louis, MO. The facility provides Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox programs. Treatment approaches include 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy. This center serves Men, Women, Young Adults, Veterans. Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med accepts 24 insurance providers, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health. The program holds Joint Commission accreditation. For more information or to verify insurance coverage, call (833) 567-5838.

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 Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Young Adults Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
General Hospital (including VA hospital)
Methadone used in Treatment Buprenorphine used in Treatment Naltrexone used in Treatment
This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
In-network prescribing entity
Buprenorphine detoxification Buprenorphine maintenance Federally-certified Opioid Treatment Program Methadone detoxification Methadone maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Acamprosate (Campral®) Disulfiram Methadone Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Federal Government
The Joint Commission SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
Veterans
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education
Assistance with obtaining social services Employment counseling or training
Treatment for gambling disorder
Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.) 
Hepatitis A (HAV) vaccination Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccination
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Adults
Female Male
Opioid use disorder clients only
Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Transportation assistance Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med

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 30 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.

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.

Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med offers 3 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

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. Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med 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

915 North Grand Boulevard, Saint Louis, MO, 63106

Quick Facts

Program30 days
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

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(833) 567-5838

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Chronic Relapse Smoking Cessation

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Frequently Asked Questions

Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Saint Louis Veterans Affairs Med offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. 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 MO 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 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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