Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center

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What the SAMHSA Record Shows About Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center

Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center is a substance use treatment operated by a federal government; u.s. department of veterans affairs entity in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The facility's N-SUMHSS record lists 4 primary care modalities (residential, outpatient, detox, telehealth), which shapes both how treatment is delivered and how intake is scheduled. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is reported as available, meaning FDA-approved medications such as methadone, buprenorphine, or naltrexone may be combined with counseling for opioid or alcohol use disorder. The full postal address on file is 3701 Loop Road East, Building 2, Room 212-C, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404.

On the services side, the facility self-reports 16 distinct service lines, 3 substance or condition categories treated, 10 clinical treatment approaches, and serves 14 specific population groups with 1 language of care. Those counts give a rough signal of programmatic breadth — a higher number of approaches and populations usually indicates more structured clinical programming rather than a single-modality operation. Payment-wise, the record confirms Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, plus 6 specific payment methods enumerated in the survey.

Use this page as a starting screen, not a final decision. SAMHSA fields are self-reported by the facility and refreshed on a rolling basis, so wait times, bed availability, current insurance contracts, and staff credentials are best confirmed on a direct intake call to (205) 554-20002737. This page is a factual directory summary, not medical advice, clinical endorsement, or a guarantee of admission. For any acute crisis or active substance-use emergency, call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline before visiting any facility.

Service Profile: Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center 16 services 10 treatment approaches 6 payment options SAMHSA N-SUMHSS self-reported data

Services Offered

16

Self-reported on N-SUMHSS

Treatment Approaches

10

3 substance categories

Populations Served

14

1 language of care

Care-modality coverage (5 modalities tracked)

Reports: residential, outpatient, detox, telehealth.

Payment-channel breadth (5 standard channels)

Accepts: Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance.

Contact Information

Address

3701 Loop Road East, Building 2, Room 212-C, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404

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Eligibility & Services Snapshot

Self-reported in Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center's SAMHSA N-SUMHSS record. Always confirm specifics with the facility before relying on any single field.

SAMHSA-reported services, payment options, and program features for Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center.
Category Item Reported
Care Modality Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Yes
Care Modality Medically Supervised Detox Yes
Care Modality Outpatient Programs Yes
Care Modality Residential Treatment Yes
Care Modality Telehealth Available Yes
Payment Medicaid Yes
Payment Medicare Yes
Payment Private Insurance Yes
Payment Sliding-Fee Scale
Payment Payment Assistance

Services Offered

12-step facilitationCo-occurring disorder treatmentCognitive behavioral therapyDetoxificationHospital inpatientIntensive outpatientMedication-assisted treatment (MAT)Mental health servicesMotivational interviewingOutpatientPartial hospitalization / day treatmentResidentialSubstance use treatmentSuicide prevention servicesTelehealthTrauma-informed care

Conditions Treated

AlcoholGeneral substance use disordersOpioids

Treatment Approaches

12-step facilitationAnger managementBrief interventionCognitive behavioral therapyContingency management/motivational incentivesMotivational interviewingRelapse preventionSubstance use disorder counselingTelemedicine/telehealth therapyTrauma-related counseling

Populations Served

AdultsJustice-involved individualsMenPersons affected by intimate partner violencePersons who have experienced sexual abusePersons who have experienced traumaPersons with DUI/DWIPersons with HIV/AIDSPersons with co-occurring disordersPersons with co-occurring painPregnant or postpartum individualsVeteransWomenYoung adults

Languages

Sign language services for the deaf and hard of hearing

Key Features

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Detox Services
Outpatient Programs
Residential Treatment
Telehealth Available

Payment & Insurance

Medicaid
Medicare
Private Insurance
Sliding Fee Scale
Payment Assistance

Accepted Payment Methods

  • • Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
  • • Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs
  • • Medicaid
  • • Medicare
  • • Private health insurance
  • • State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of facility is Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center?
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center is a Substance Use Treatment facility operated by Federal Government; U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. They offer residential treatment programs. Outpatient programs are available.
Does Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center offer Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)?
Yes, Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center offers MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment), which uses FDA-approved medications combined with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders.
What payment and insurance does Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center accept?
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center accepts: Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance. Additional accepted payment methods include Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE), Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, Medicaid. Always verify coverage with both your insurer and the facility before starting treatment.
What services does Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center provide?
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center offers 16 services including 12-step facilitation, Co-occurring disorder treatment, Cognitive behavioral therapy, and 13 more. Services are self-reported to SAMHSA and may change. Contact the facility to confirm current availability.
Does Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center offer detox services?
Yes, Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center provides detoxification services. Medical detox helps manage withdrawal symptoms under professional supervision. Contact them to discuss your specific needs and verify availability.
Is telehealth available at Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center?
Yes, Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center offers telehealth services, allowing you to receive treatment remotely. This can include virtual counseling sessions, medication management, and ongoing support.
How do I get started with treatment at Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center?
Contact Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center directly at (205) 554-20002737. Ask about intake procedures, wait times, what to bring, and insurance verification. For residential programs, ask about bed availability and length-of-stay expectations. For immediate help, call SAMHSA at 1-800-662-4357.

Data Sources & Methodology

Facility data sourced from SAMHSA's National Substance Use and Mental Health Services Survey (N-SUMHSS) and FindTreatment.gov locator. Services, payment methods, and treatment approaches are self-reported by facilities. Data is updated periodically and may not reflect current availability.

Disclaimer: This information comes from SAMHSA's National Substance Use and Mental Health Services Survey (N-SUMHSS). Services, availability, and contact details may change. Always call the facility directly to verify current information before visiting. This is not medical advice.

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Data sourced from SAMHSA N-SUMHSS and FindTreatment.gov. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainRecovery Editorial