Eglin VA Clinic

100 Veterans Way
Eglin Afb, FL 32542

Eglin Air Force Base VA Clinic FL 32542

About Eglin VA Clinic

The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System provides a wide range of services to veterans located around Eglin, Florida. The clinic serves as part of the comprehensive VA health care system. They provide treatment for a variety of general medical and mental health needs targeted toward veterans.

Their model of care is comprehensive and they address not only physical health but also mental wellness and the social support factors that are so critical for people who come home from military service. Insurance typically will pay for services at the Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System with VA benefits.

These services are provided at little or no cost to those veterans who have VA healthcare eligibility and a need for the specific service. The center is dedicated to aiding veterans with retailing benefits and insurance plans no longer letting troubles monetary in nature stop someone from receiving great care.

A unique element of the Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System is personalized care. Veterans treatment plans are customized to meet their unique needs to provide them with opiate addiction help better than ever before. They provide different levels of care such as inpatient and outpatient and programs tailored to specific needs like the intensive outpatient programs.

The special programs are designed to respect veterans progress in their path of recovery whether they might be transitioning from higher levels of care or seeking assistance on an ongoing outpatient basis.

The medical health model also provides an interesting integration with the wealth of double-blind research literature on alternative therapies which understand and treat patients as human beings first. This may involve cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and healthy methods focusing on mindfulness/mindset with wellness activities to facilitate optimum health benefits.

Latest Reviews

Brent Krous
3 months ago on Google
5
I feel for all the reviewers from a while ago, but based on my experiences in the last few months, going from CCN to VA Health. It has been infinitely better, and smoother. I really think this clinic (from the reviews) has turned around and deserves another shot.
Darcy Kroesen
3 months ago on Google
5
I an sorry those of you who have issues with this particular clinic, this has not been my experience. My MD, Dr McNight, is very compassionate, kind, takes excellent care of me, his RN. MISS JULIE, is what I would call an angel! That whole team is awesome! You must secure message them on VA website, the response is surprisingly quick. If you can't message them, then call the VA 1-800 number, they will contact your team and the team will call you back, I know from experience, at least Dr McKight's team will call you back..Things can go slow at times, but OK county probably has at least 100,000 veterans, maybe more!!
Angela Etheridge
3 months ago on Google
5
I have been taking my Dad to appointments at the Eglin VA Clinic for about 2 years. They randomly select a doctor for you and we drew the long straw. Dr. Schoeder is great. Beyond knowing medicine, he knows people and he actively listens to my Dad to make certain that he has what he needs to live his best life. Also, the check-in/check-out process is quick so we are never held up.

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Accepted Insurance

Eglin VA Clinic works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Rehab aftercare programs are a collection of highly individualized services designed to promote long-term recovery. These services evolve as your needs change. Case managers and recovery teams typically begin formulating the rehab aftercare service plan early in the recovery process to facilitate your reintegration back into the home, workplace, and community.
sober-living iconSober Living Homes
A sober living home in Florida often serves as a transitional residence for individuals coming out of inpatient rehab. This helps those in recovery avoid isolation that can sometimes happen after they return home from treatment. It offers a supportive environment where they can practice skills learned in rehab. Offering a combination of structure and freedom, men's or women's sober living is a good stepping stone to independent life in recovery.
heart-hands iconIntervention Services
If a person with a substance use disorder continually denies their problem or refuses to get treatment, a drug intervention in Florida may be necessary. Intervention services can help mediate the intervention by providing an addiction expert. This professional can de-escalate situations and facilitate a healthier discussion between the individual and their loved ones. Specialists can also help families handle issues they don't know how to navigate on their own.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in Florida provides quality treatment to help individuals overcome dependency related to a wide range of addictive substances. Programs address both the physical and mental aspects of addiction in order to help you make a full recovery.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
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Seniors Program
Nearly one million adults age 65 and older live with a substance use disorder. Treatment providers who specialize in senior care understand the social, psychological, and physical effects of aging and how they relate to recovery. They can help clients address particular challenges and risks they may face as they get older such as overdosing and medication interactions and dependencies.
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LGBTQ Program
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Accreditations

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 243639

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 2313

Contact Information

Phone icon (866) 520-7359
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100 Veterans Way
Eglin Afb, FL 32542

Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS

Reviews of Eglin VA Clinic

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3.2 (75 reviews)
Brent Krous
3 months ago
5

I feel for all the reviewers from a while ago, but based on my experiences in the last few months, going from CCN to VA Health. It has been infinitely better, and smoother. I really think this clinic (from the reviews) has turned around and deserves another shot.

Darcy Kroesen
3 months ago
5

I an sorry those of you who have issues with this particular clinic, this has not been my experience. My MD, Dr McNight, is very compassionate, kind, takes excellent care of me, his RN. MISS JULIE, is what I would call an angel! That whole team is awesome! You must secure message them on VA website, the response is surprisingly quick. If you can't message them, then call the VA 1-800 number, they will contact your team and the team will call you back, I know from experience, at least Dr McKight's team will call you back..Things can go slow at times, but OK county probably has at least 100,000 veterans, maybe more!!

Angela Etheridge
3 months ago
5

I have been taking my Dad to appointments at the Eglin VA Clinic for about 2 years. They randomly select a doctor for you and we drew the long straw. Dr. Schoeder is great. Beyond knowing medicine, he knows people and he actively listens to my Dad to make certain that he has what he needs to live his best life. Also, the check-in/check-out process is quick so we are never held up.

Keith
6 months ago
1

VA Eglin clinic is not very helpful, Dr. MIlls is literally just there to collect a check, $110 a yr not bad for a simi-retired doctor. This is how they take care of us after we have sacrificed so much, it's awesome to be a combat wounded vet and have zero support. VA sucks!

Daniel Johnson
9 months ago
1

Mental health line just hangs up on you. Appointments constantly get changed without notification. Just an all around efficient government entity.

Daniel Francis
11 months ago
3

An outstanding clinic with the exception of a few. I do not think that HUDVASH HAS THE PATIENCE FOR ITS MISSION. If they THINK you are not performing to their preference they can discharge you from their program. No regard for your medical needs or the community at large that has no housing. In my opinion this department does not serve the veteran well. Attitudes. I'm still trying to contact the head of the facility.

Sunny Beaches
1 year ago
3

Paul Brosam
1 year ago
5

Was in almost immediately upon arrival.

bassmaster06 BW
1 year ago
3

5 stars to the providers there- negative 5 to whoever is supposed to answer the phone. Calling Eglin to speak to someone there is the most efficient way to end up speaking to some dimwit in Biloxi.

Keith Held
1 year ago
5

Staff is always friendly and helpful

John Staley
1 year ago
5

Super great facility and amazing staff. Really impressed by Eglin VA

Stephen Lugenbeel III
1 year ago
5

Team Ballard has been amazing through my visits! Now on team Mills and the new clinic is gorgeous! Stay strong, God speed, and keep fighting the good fight men!

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