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Residential & Outpatient Treatment · Boise, Idaho

Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Address
500 West Fort Street Building 114
Boise, Idaho 83702
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO), CARF
Insurance accepted
2 carriers including Medicare, TRICARE
Veterans Affairs Medical Center - drug and alcohol detox center in Boise, ID

About

About Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Veterans Affairs Medical Center operates a specialized medical detox and substance abuse treatment program in Boise, Idaho, serving veterans exclusively through comprehensive withdrawal management services. Located at 500 West Fort Street, this Joint Commission and CARF-accredited facility provides 24/7 medical supervision for safe detoxification from alcohol, opioids, and other substances. The center operates around the clock, seven days a week, ensuring immediate access to medically supervised detox when veterans need urgent withdrawal management.

The facility offers a full continuum of care starting with inpatient detox and progressing through residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and standard outpatient services. Medical detox services include comprehensive withdrawal protocols with appropriate medical supervision throughout the detoxification process. Veterans can transition seamlessly from detox to residential care or step down to outpatient programs based on their clinical needs and substance use patterns.

Treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) integrated with medical detox protocols to address both the physical and psychological aspects of withdrawal and early recovery. The program specifically treats substance use disorders alongside co-occurring mental health conditions, recognizing the complex needs of veterans seeking detox services. Clinical staff understand the unique challenges veterans face with addiction and provide specialized care that addresses military-specific trauma and substance use patterns.

This VA medical center serves veterans exclusively, with specialized accommodations for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. Veterans can access services through Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, or sliding scale payment options, with financial assistance available. The combination of federal accreditation, 24/7 availability, and veteran-specific expertise makes this facility a primary option for military personnel requiring medically supervised detox in the Boise area.

  • Exclusively serves veterans with specialized understanding of military-related substance use disorders
  • 24/7 medical detox availability with Joint Commission and CARF accreditation
  • Full continuum from inpatient detox to IOP within the same VA medical facility
  • TRICARE and VA benefits coverage eliminates financial barriers to detox services
  • Specialized accommodations for deaf and hard-of-hearing veterans needing detox

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Medical Detox Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
Conditions
Substance Use Disorders Mental Health Conditions
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Populations
Veterans Deaf / Hard Of Hearing
Languages
English

Location

Where it is

500 West Fort Street Building 114, Boise, Idaho 83702 Get directions

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Medical Detox Services for Veterans

Veterans Affairs Medical Center provides comprehensive medical detox services specifically designed for military personnel struggling with substance use disorders. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring veterans can access medically supervised withdrawal management whenever crisis situations arise. Medical staff implement appropriate detox protocols for alcohol detox, opioid detox, and withdrawal from other substances commonly affecting the veteran population.

The inpatient detox program provides round-the-clock medical supervision during the critical withdrawal period. Veterans receive individualized detox protocols based on their substance use history, military service background, and any co-occurring mental health conditions. The facility's Joint Commission and CARF accreditations ensure detox services meet rigorous national standards for safety and clinical effectiveness.

Residential and Outpatient Treatment Programs

Following medical detox, veterans can transition directly into residential treatment within the same VA medical facility. This seamless progression eliminates gaps in care that often occur when transferring between different treatment providers. Residential programs provide structured environments where veterans continue recovery work while their bodies complete the healing process from detoxification.

Outpatient programs include both intensive outpatient (IOP) and standard outpatient options, allowing veterans to step down gradually as they build stronger recovery foundations. These programs incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other therapeutic approaches that complement the medical interventions received during detox. Veterans maintain connection with the same clinical team throughout their treatment continuum.

Insurance and Payment Options for Veterans

Veterans Affairs Medical Center accepts multiple payment methods to ensure financial considerations don't prevent access to critical detox services. TRICARE coverage provides comprehensive benefits for active duty and retired military personnel, while Medicare serves eligible veterans. The facility also works with private insurance carriers and offers sliding scale payment options based on individual financial circumstances.

Financial assistance programs help veterans who may not qualify for full VA benefits but still need immediate detox services. This comprehensive approach to payment ensures that financial barriers don't delay medically necessary withdrawal management when veterans are ready to seek help for their substance use disorders.

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
Medicare TRICARE
Payment options
Medicare Private Insurance TRICARE Sliding Scale Financial Assistance
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO) CARF

Common questions

FAQs About Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Does the VA provide medical detox services for veterans? +
Yes, Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Boise provides comprehensive medical detox services exclusively for veterans. The facility offers 24/7 medically supervised withdrawal management for alcohol, opioids, and other substances, with immediate transition options to residential or outpatient treatment programs.
Does the VA cover the cost of inpatient detox? +
The VA Medical Center accepts TRICARE, Medicare, and VA benefits to cover detox services for eligible veterans. Private insurance is also accepted, and sliding scale payment options with financial assistance are available for veterans who may not qualify for full VA benefits.
How long is VA inpatient detox treatment? +
Detox length varies based on individual needs and the substances involved in withdrawal management. The facility provides medically supervised detox followed by residential treatment options, with the ability to transition between levels of care as clinically appropriate within the same VA medical center.
What types of detox does the VA Medical Center provide? +
Veterans Affairs Medical Center provides medical detox for substance use disorders including alcohol detox, opioid detox, and withdrawal management for other substances. All detox services include 24/7 medical supervision and appropriate withdrawal protocols based on individual veteran needs.
Can veterans with disabilities access detox services? +
Yes, the facility provides specialized accommodations for deaf and hard-of-hearing veterans requiring detox services. The center is equipped to serve veterans with various disabilities while maintaining the same level of medically supervised withdrawal management.
Is the VA detox program accredited? +
Veterans Affairs Medical Center holds both Joint Commission (JCAHO) and CARF accreditations, ensuring detox programs meet rigorous national standards. These accreditations verify that medical detox services follow established protocols for safety and clinical effectiveness.
What happens after completing detox at the VA Medical Center? +
Veterans can transition directly into residential treatment, intensive outpatient (IOP), or standard outpatient programs within the same facility. This eliminates gaps in care and allows veterans to continue with the same clinical team throughout their treatment continuum.
Does the VA treat co-occurring mental health conditions during detox? +
Yes, Veterans Affairs Medical Center treats both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The integrated approach addresses the complex needs of veterans during medical detox and throughout subsequent treatment phases.

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 Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Federal or any government funding for substance use programs Medicare Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education Veterans
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