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Federal Veterans Affairs Hospital · Dallas, Texas

Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital

Medical Detox Residential Rehabilitation (Domiciliary) Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
4500 South Lancaster Road
Dallas, Texas 75216
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO), CARF, Council on Accreditation (COA)
Available
24/7 admissions
Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital facility

About

About Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital

The VA Dallas Medical Center at 4500 South Lancaster Road is the flagship hospital of the VA North Texas Health Care System and one of the largest VA facilities in the country. Serving Veterans across North Texas, southern Oklahoma, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, the hospital offers an unusually complete continuum of substance use disorder care — every level from acute medical detox through residential rehabilitation, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and a federally certified Opioid Treatment Program — all integrated with the hospital’s broader VA mental health and primary care services.

Clinically, the SUD program is staffed by a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, addiction psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and peer-support specialists. Veterans who require medically supervised detox can be admitted as inpatients, with full hospital backup if complications arise. Those needing longer immersive treatment can step into the residential rehabilitation program — VA terminology calls this domiciliary care — which typically runs about six weeks but is calibrated to each Veteran’s clinical need. Outpatient and intensive outpatient tracks allow Veterans to maintain housing and family commitments while receiving structured group and individual therapy.

For Veterans with Opioid Use Disorder, the certified Opioid Treatment Program provides medication-assisted treatment with methadone or buprenorphine alongside counseling. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy anchors the broader clinical approach, and trauma-focused care addresses the high rate of co-occurring PTSD among Veterans. American Sign Language access supports Deaf and hard-of-hearing Veterans, and telehealth via VA Video Connect extends services to Veterans who cannot travel to the campus easily.

VA Dallas is accredited by the Joint Commission, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), and the Council on Accreditation (COA) — a rare three-way credential that underwrites quality across acute, rehabilitation, and behavioral domains. Care is delivered as a VA benefit for eligible enrolled Veterans; TRICARE may also be billed where applicable. Substance use intake can be reached at 214-742-8387, extension 4. Veterans in immediate crisis can dial 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

  • 24/7 hospital-based medical detox exclusively for veterans
  • Triple accreditation from Joint Commission, CARF, and Council on Accreditation
  • Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) certification for specialized opioid withdrawal protocols
  • Integrated treatment for co-occurring PTSD and trauma during detox
  • Seamless transition from detox to residential and IOP programs on-site

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Rehabilitation (Domiciliary) Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Opioid Treatment Program
Conditions
Substance Use Disorders Alcohol Use Disorder Opioid Use Disorder Trauma / PTSD Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Medication-Assisted Treatment Individual Therapy Group Therapy Trauma-Focused Care
Populations
Veterans Active-Duty Service Members (where eligible) Seniors / Older Adults Men Women Deaf / Hard of Hearing Court-Ordered Co-Occurring Disorders / Dual Diagnosis
Languages
English American Sign Language (ASL)
Facility
VA North Texas Health Care System Flagship Campus On-Site Inpatient and Residential Capability Integrated VA Mental Health, PTSD, and Primary Care Services ASL-Accessible Programming Telehealth via VA Video Connect

Location

Where it is

4500 South Lancaster Road, Dallas, Texas 75216 Get directions

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Medical Detox Services for Veterans

The VA Hospital Dallas operates a 24/7 medical detox program specifically designed for veterans experiencing withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, and other substances. Medical staff provide continuous monitoring during the withdrawal process, utilizing established protocols to manage symptoms safely. The hospital setting ensures immediate access to emergency medical intervention if complications arise during detox.

Veterans enter the medically supervised detox program with comprehensive medical assessments addressing both substance use and service-related health conditions. The facility's Opioid Treatment Program certification enables specialized withdrawal management for veterans dependent on prescription opioids or heroin. Medical protocols include FDA-approved medications to reduce withdrawal severity and prevent dangerous complications.

Withdrawal Management for Co-occurring Conditions

Many veterans require simultaneous treatment for substance withdrawal and mental health conditions like PTSD or trauma-related disorders. The VA Dallas detox program addresses these co-occurring conditions during the medical stabilization phase. Psychiatrists and medical doctors coordinate care to manage both withdrawal symptoms and psychiatric symptoms concurrently.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy begins during the detox process to help veterans develop coping strategies for both substance cravings and trauma triggers. This integrated approach prevents the common cycle where untreated mental health symptoms lead to relapse immediately after detox completion.

Veteran-Focused Detox Programs

The facility serves veterans of all ages, including senior veterans who may require specialized medical monitoring during withdrawal. Staff understand the unique challenges veterans face, including service-connected disabilities, military culture factors, and barriers to seeking treatment. The program accommodates veterans with hearing impairments and those entering through court orders.

All services operate under veteran-specific protocols that consider military trauma, deployment history, and service-connected medical conditions. TRICARE, Medicare, and Medicaid coverage ensures veterans can access detox services without financial barriers that might delay urgent medical intervention.

After Care

Continuing support

VA Outpatient Mental Health and SUD Follow-Up Vet Centers Referrals Homeless Veteran Outreach My HealtheVet Patient Portal

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Payment options
VA Health Benefits TRICARE Medicare (Coordination) Medicaid (Coordination) No-Cost Care for Eligible Veterans
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO) CARF Council on Accreditation (COA) Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Common questions

FAQs About Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital

Does the VA offer medical detox for veterans with substance abuse? +
Yes, the VA Hospital in Dallas provides 24/7 medical detox services exclusively for veterans. The program includes medically supervised withdrawal management with continuous medical monitoring and specialized protocols for veterans with substance dependence.
Does the VA have inpatient detox and rehab facilities? +
The VA Dallas Hospital offers both medical detox and residential treatment programs on-site. Veterans can transition seamlessly from medically supervised detox to residential treatment and intensive outpatient programs within the same facility.
Can veterans get disability benefits for substance abuse disorders? +
While specific disability determinations vary by case, the VA Dallas facility treats veterans regardless of disability status. The program accepts TRICARE, Medicare, and Medicaid to ensure veterans can access needed detox services.
How does the VA help veterans with mental health during detox? +
The VA Dallas detox program specializes in co-occurring disorders, treating PTSD and trauma simultaneously with substance withdrawal. Medical staff coordinate psychiatric care with withdrawal management, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy begins during the detox phase.
What types of withdrawal does the VA Dallas facility treat? +
The facility provides medical detox for various substances, with specialized Opioid Treatment Program certification for opioid withdrawal. The 24/7 hospital setting enables safe withdrawal management from alcohol, opioids, and other substances requiring medical supervision.
Is the VA detox program available 24 hours for emergencies? +
Yes, the VA Hospital Dallas operates 24 hours daily, seven days a week. Veterans experiencing withdrawal symptoms can access immediate medical detox services without waiting for business hours.
What accreditations does the VA Dallas detox program have? +
The facility holds triple accreditation from Joint Commission (JCAHO), CARF, and Council on Accreditation (COA). These accreditations demonstrate adherence to rigorous medical and treatment standards for veteran care.
Who can access detox services at the VA Dallas Hospital? +
The program serves veterans exclusively, including seniors, women, men, those with hearing impairments, and court-ordered patients. Veterans with co-occurring mental health conditions like PTSD receive specialized integrated treatment during detox.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Hospital inpatient Outpatient Residential treatment Inpatient medical detox and stabilization Hospital inpatient treatment Outpatient detoxification IOP Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Aftercare recovery programs Residential detoxification Long-term residential Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Federal or any government funding for substance use programs Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education Adult men Gay & Lesbian Veterans Clients referred from the court/judicial system
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