VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut.
A premier destination for recovery in West Haven, Connecticut
VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut is a licensed substance use treatment provider located in West Haven, Connecticut. Specializing in a full continuum of care including detox and residential treatment, this facility focuses on guiding individuals through the recovery process with a blend of medical supervision and therapeutic support.
The clinical team utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol dependency to address the root causes of addiction. Furthermore, the program is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of Veterans, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for healing.
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Treatment
programs.
95 programs across 8 categories, drawn from the service codes this facility filed with SAMHSA.
Medical Detoxification
10- Detoxification
- Hospital inpatient detoxification
- Outpatient detoxification
- Buprenorphine detoxification
- Methadone detoxification
- Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Inpatient Residential
4- Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient
- Residential/24-hour residential
- Short-term residential
- General Hospital (including VA hospital)
MAT Protocols
17- 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 maintenance
Clinical Therapies
14- Anger management
- Brief intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Contingency management/motivational incentives
- Motivational interviewing
- Relapse prevention
Specialized Tracks
2- Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
- Veterans
Insurance & Payment
3- Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
- Private health insurance
- Cash or self-payment
Medical Support
36- Medications for HIV treatment
- Medications for Hepatitis C treatment
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
- Comprehensive substance use assessment
- Complete medical history/physical exam
- Screening for tobacco use
Pharmacotherapy
9- Acamprosate (Campral®)
- Disulfiram
- Methadone
- Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
- Clonidine
- Medication for mental disorders
Insurance
Accepted.
This facility works with a wide range of insurance providers to make treatment as accessible as possible. Call the SAMHSA National Helpline, a free and confidential service, to talk through your payment and coverage options.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Common questions about this facility, its programs, and what to expect during treatment.
What clinical services are provided?
VA Healthcare Systems of Connecticut offers a clinical suite including Detoxification, Hospital inpatient detoxification, Buprenorphine detoxification, Methadone detoxification, Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification. Programs are medically supervised.
How is insurance verification handled?
We accept major carriers including Federal military insurance (TRICARE), Private health insurance, Cash or self-payment. Verification is instant via our admissions line.
Are specialized tracks available?
Yes. Validated tracks include: Veterans, Adults, Seniors, Female, Male.