Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program - Kansas City, MO

Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program is a detox and addiction treatment facility located at 4801 Linwood Boulevard in the 64128 zip code of Kansas City, MO. As a detox center, it offers alcohol detox, opioid detox and benzodiazepines detox. The treatment program at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program includes intensive outpatient treatment, hospital inpatient detoxification and regular outpatient treatment. Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program offers treatment to people with dual diagnosis treatment, veterans and people with trauma. It accepts women and men into their treatment and detox program.

Address: 4801 Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64128

  1. Types of Care
  2. Service Settings
  3. Hospitals
  4. Opioid Medications used in Treatment
  5. Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  6. External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  7. Type Of Treatment
  8. Pharmacotherapies
  9. Treatment Approaches
  10. FacilityOwnership
  11. License/Certification/Accreditation
  12. Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
  13. Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported
  14. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  15. Screening & Testing
  16. Transitional Services
  17. Ancillary Services
  18. Other Addictions Treatment
  19. Detoxification
  20. Counseling Services and Education
  21. Medical Services
  22. Tobacco/Screening Services
  23. Facility Smoking Policy
  24. Age Groups Accepted
  25. Gender Accepted
  26. Exclusive Services

This is a detailed listing page for Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program in Kansas City, MO:

Types of Care at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Detoxification
  • Substance use treatment
  • Treatment for co-occurring serious mental health illness/serious emotional disturbance and substance use disorders

Service Settings at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • hospital inpatient treatment
  • general outpatient treatment
  • residential treatment
  • hospital inpatient detoxification
  • outpatient day treatment
  • intensive outpatient treatment
  • outpatient methadone/suboxone treatment
  • regular outpatient treatment
  • short term inpatient treatment

Hospitals at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • General Hospital (including VA hospital)

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Buprenorphine used during treatment
  • Naltrexone used during treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
  • This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder

External Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Personal physician/health care provider

Type Of Treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • buprenorphine detox
  • buprenorphine maintenance
  • suboxone prescription
  • naltrexone administration

Pharmacotherapies at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Acamprosate (Campral)
  • Disulfiram (Antabuse)
  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Buprenorphine without naloxone
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable naltrexone - Vivitrol)
  • Medications for psychiatric disorders
  • Medications for HIV treatment
  • Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
  • Lofexidine
  • Clonidine

Treatment Approaches at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • anger management
  • brief intervention
  • cognitive behavioral therapy
  • contingency management/motivational incentives
  • motivational interviewing
  • matrix model
  • rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT)
  • prevention of relapses
  • substance use counseling
  • trauma-related counseling
  • 12 step program

FacilityOwnership at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

License/Certification/Accreditation at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities
  • The Joint Commission

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Federal, or any government funding for substance use programs
  • Military insurance
  • Private health insurance
  • Cash or self-payment

Special Programs/ Population Groups Supported at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • veterans
  • people with dual diagnosis treatment
  • people with trauma

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Comprehensive mental health assessment
  • Comprehensive substance use assessment
  • Interim services for clients
  • Outreach to persons in the community

Screening & Testing at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing
  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • HIV testing
  • Screening for Hepatitis B
  • Screening for Hepatitis C
  • Screening for mental disorders
  • Screening for substance use
  • STD testing
  • TB screening
  • Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing
  • Testing for metabolic syndrome

Transitional Services at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education
  • Outcome follow-up after discharge

Ancillary Services at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • case management
  • domestic violence services
  • early intervention for HIV
  • housing services
  • mental health services
  • recovery coaches
  • self-help groups
  • social skills development
  • transportation assistance
  • professional intervention
  • mentoring/peer support

Other Addictions Treatment at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Treatment for gambling disorder

Detoxification at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • alcohol detox
  • benzodiazepines detox
  • meth detox
  • opioid detox

Counseling Services and Education at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • individual counseling
  • group counseling
  • family counseling
  • marital/couples counseling
  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling
  • health education services
  • employment counseling or training
  • vocational training and educational support

Medical Services at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Hepatitis A vaccination
  • Hepatitis B vaccination

Tobacco/Screening Services at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Nicotine replacement therapy
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation medications
  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program

  • Serves Veterans only

Phone #: 816-861-4700 x53623

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What is the duration of a typical detox program at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program?

The duration of drug and alcohol detox at a treatment center like Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program can vary widely depending on several factors, including the type and amount of substances used, the individual's overall health, metabolism, and whether they have undergone detox before. Common durations for drug and alcohol detox typically fall within the following general guidelines:

  1. Short-term detox (3-7 days): This is common for substances with shorter half-lives and less severe withdrawal symptoms. For example, detox from short-acting opioids like heroin or prescription painkillers may last around 3 to 7 days.

  2. Moderate-term detox (7-14 days): Some substances, such as benzodiazepines or alcohol, can have longer withdrawal timelines and more severe symptoms. Detox for these substances may take 7 to 14 days or longer in some cases.

  3. Long-term detox (14+ days): Detox from certain substances, such as heavy or long-term alcohol or benzodiazepine use, can extend beyond two weeks. In some cases, it may take several weeks or even months for an individual to stabilize and complete detox safely.

Detox is just the initial step in the recovery process. After detox, individuals often need additional treatment and support, such as therapy, counseling, and rehabilitation programs, to address the underlying issues and prevent relapse.

It's crucial for individuals seeking detox to do so under medical supervision or in a professional treatment facility such as Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program, as withdrawal symptoms can be severe and potentially life-threatening. Medical professionals can provide medications and support to manage withdrawal symptoms and ensure the safety and comfort of the individual undergoing detox. The duration of detox can be adjusted based on the individual's progress and response to treatment. Always consult with a healthcare provider or addiction specialist to determine the most appropriate detox plan for your specific situation.

What is the next step of addiction treatment after detox?

After successful detox at Veterans Affairs Medical Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program or another detox center, individuals typically enter the next phases of addiction treatment and recovery. Detox alone is not sufficient for long-term sobriety, as it primarily addresses the physical withdrawal symptoms associated with substance dependence. The subsequent steps in the recovery process may include the following:

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