Perry Point VA Medical Center – VA Maryland Health Care System

Perry Point, Maryland

361 Boiler House Rd
Perry Point, MD 21902

(410) 642-2411
3.25 (83 reviews)

About Perry Point VA Medical Center – VA Maryland Health Care System

Perry Point VA Medical Center is located on a beautiful campus of approximately 400 acres on the banks of the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay where patients can enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, swimming, bicycling and jogging. The Perry Point VA Medical Center provides a broad range of inpatient, outpatient and primary care services.

Primary care and specialty outpatient services at the Perry Point VA Medical Center are provided in an outpatient facility that was designed and constructed to meet the needs of Veterans by offering the latest medical technology, ample clinical space and comfortable waiting areas and exam rooms.

The Perry Point VA Medical Center is located on a beautiful campus of approximately 400 acres on the banks of the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay where patients can enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, swimming, bicycling and jogging. There is ample, free parking on the grounds of the medical center, which is conveniently located just off of I-95 and US Route 40.

The Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Coordinator is available to provide information about mental health services available to Veterans impacted by MST. The MST Coordinator is also available to assist with treatment coordination for Veterans with mental health needs directly related to an experience of MST.

Dollar icon Payment Options

  • shield-cross iconPrivate insurance
  • self-pay iconSelf-pay options
  • military iconMilitary insurance
  • calendar iconPer session
  • medicaid iconMedicaid
  • medicare iconMedicare
  • free iconFree
  • sliding-scale-payment iconSliding scale payment assistance
  • military iconMilitary Insurance

Medical briefcase icon 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.

medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

inpatient iconInpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

24-hour icon24-Hour Clinical Care

At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.

aftercare iconAftercare Support

Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

sober-living iconSober Living Homes

Sober Living Houses (SLHs), aka sober homes or halfway houses, are safe, substance-free, supportive living facilities for those recovering from substance abuse. Ideal for those who've just been through inpatient or outpatient treatment, SLHs are supervised environments with rules that support sobriety, such as curfews, shared chores, and therapeutic meetings. Residents are also often trained on life skills and coping skills to make it easier to transition into society. SLHs also provide a strong sense of community that can lead to the kind of deep and lasting connections with other sober individuals that supports a new, healthy lifestyle.

User icon Programs

adult-program iconAdult program

elderly iconElderly program

hearing iconHearing impaired program

hiv iconHIV/AIDS program

lgbtq iconLGBTQ program

The VA Maryland Health Care System is committed to providing top quality care to all Veterans including lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) Veterans. They recognize that diverse populations have distinctive needs, and are training their staff in culturally and clinically-competent care for LGBT Veterans. They are focused on providing the most respectful health care environment possible.

military-hat iconMilitary program

men iconProgram for men

women iconProgram for women

young-adult iconYoung adult program

House check icon Settings & Amenities

  • private iconPrivate setting
  • ocean iconOceanfront views
  • executive iconExecutive setting
  • wifi iconWiFi
  • recreation iconRecreation room
  • hiking iconHiking

Heart icon Treatment

alcohol iconAlcoholism

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.

drugs iconDrug Addiction

Once a person has become addicted to a substance, drug rehab in Maryland is often necessary to overcome that addiction. These programs provide the tools individuals need to manage the physical, mental, and emotional issues involved and begin a successful recovery journey.

check iconDual Diagnosis

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

mental-health iconMental Health and Substance Abuse

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.

opium iconOpioid Addiction

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.

Hand holding medical sign icon Clinical Services

inpatient-file iconCognitive Behavioral Therapy

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.

couples-therapy iconCouples Therapy

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.

medical-detox iconExperiential Therapy

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.

eye-movement iconEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.

family iconFamily Therapy

Sometimes, as part of a Veteran’s treatment, some members of the Veteran’s immediate family or the Veteran’s legal guardian may be included and receive services, such as family therapy, marriage counseling, grief counseling, etc. Family members might learn how to recognize symptoms and support recovery. In some treatment settings, a brief course of couples counseling or family therapy may be offered.

intervention iconGroup Therapy

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.

mental-health iconIndividual Therapy

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.

life-skills iconLife Skills

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

desert iconMotivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

nicotine iconNicotine Replacement Therapy

The VA Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS) offers a variety of programs for tobacco users who want to quit. They serve Veterans who are just starting to think about quitting, those who have made a commitment to quit, and those who have been trying to quit, but are having difficulty. They offer medications to address the physical aspects of addiction as well as counseling and support programs to help you change the habits, behaviors, and emotions that are related to tobacco use. Veterans who are most likely to quit are those who use medications combined with counseling and support.

Nutrition Therapy

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.

house-medical iconTrauma Therapy

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.

Check icon Accreditations

SAMHSA

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

CARF

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: 32426

Joint Commission

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: 254126

Phone icon Contact

Phone icon (410) 642-2411
Building icon

361 Boiler House Rd
Perry Point, MD 21902

Call Now - Help is Available
Get Help Now - 443-376-8502
Question iconSponsored
Fact checked and written by:
Miakayla Leaverson, BS
Edited by:
Quentin Blount

Reviews

3.25 (83 reviews)
Rehab.com icon Rehab.com (3)
Google icon Google (80)
Accomodations & Amenities
0
Meals & Nutrition
0
Treatment Effectiveness
0
Admissions Process
0
Staff & Friendliness
0
Cleanliness
0
Value for Cost
0
Overall Experience
Date Submitted
Reviewer
Overall Experience
Date Submitted
Reviewer
4.5

Wonderful place. It changed my entire life!

Reviewed on 7/3/2019
4

It has been an amazing experience, please bring more services ask the phone more quickly the people are nice.

Reviewed on 2/20/2019
5

Chaplain Williams walked me through my recovery process. He was there for me day or night. I am so grateful to Chaplains Williams.

Reviewed on 2/21/2018
Overall Experience
Date Submitted

Google Rating

3.2 (80 reviews)
Andrew Ivy
2 months ago
5

Outstanding care provided as usual! Keep up the awesome work!Update as of 15 July 2024: Had follow/check up. Nurse Cindy and Doctor Marcy were absolutely professional, courteous, knowledgeable and kind. They were outstanding in all aspects of medical exam, explained treatment do's and dont's and provideda booklet with all sorts of great information. Excellent visit and keep up the awesome works!Update: 15 August 2024. Follow/Check up. Nurse April was absolutely knowledgeable, courteous and professional. Consulted with Dr. Marcy and gave outstanding information! Appreciate all and thanks! Keep up the outstanding work! Semper Fi!

Response from the owner9 months ago
Mr. Ivy, thank you for your recent five star rating of the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's Veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner. Thank you for your service and for allowing us to serve your health care needs.
Kevin Hargrave
3 months ago
1

I am currently trying to reach a patient advocate....and the call keeps stating no one available... they were supposed to contact me since June 10,2024, and the VA wonders why Veterans have to complain to the White House VA hotline, which is actually staffed 24/7

Response from the owner3 months ago
Mr. Hargrave, I am very sorry that you had a hard time reaching one of our Patient Advocates at the Perry Point VA Medical Center, but we have experienced some staffing challenges in that area recently. I will have one of our Patient Advocates contact you to offer their assistance. Thank you.
Steven Bradley
4 months ago
2

VINDICTIVE!!! The food & location are tops, but a foreigner nurse called VA Police on me because she "thought" she smelled marjuana coming from my room ( a lie because I had none). Subsequently, WITHOUT ME BEING THERE, the same nurse conducted a " health & welfare search"; my new Bluetooth ear buds came up missing! Eventhough I made no OFFICIAL complaint, I did mention it to a supervisor, who responded with disbelief/ denial.Next time I needed rehab after surgery, they refused to accept me and I was forced to go to a homeless facility in Baltimore , because I was from out of state.Bottom line: if you go there, keep hold of your valuables & don't complain about anything! ( the physical rehabilitation team was tops as well), the nursing staff not so much AT ALL.Just look at other reviews from veterans and how many time the response begins, "I'm sorry"!! Lame.

Response from the owner4 months ago
Mr. Bradley, I am sorry that you did not have a good experience recently at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner, but that obviously did not happen for you. Because of that, I encourage you to contact one of our Patient Advocates by calling (410) 642-2411, ext. 25097 to report this so it can be tracked and addressed. Thank you.
Clifton Vail
4 months ago
1

Worst healthcare on the east coast.Have an MRI saying have have severe pinched nerves but cant get seen until Sept. Doc says "call community care with this extension" I do what the man says and community care says "he didnt put in the consult" ??? Call my "Team" and say "Hey , he didnt put in the consult " ...and now I am told I have to call Ortho and THEY have to get me in community care ! Why would you even give me the number to community care with an extension if you know they cant even do it ? I have been tossed around like a football. They say "Go to Patient First" if you are hurting that bad , yeah I am , I cant feel my hands and cant bend over.... but guess what ? I have to pay 80 dollars to be seen because the last time yall sent me there the VA was supppsed pay for it they didnt and it hit my credit as well. I barely have the gas to make it anyways because the travel dept never pays me my travel pay.... they promote filling it out online , but it never gets processed...then say hey "after 30 days we cant do anything about it " I was only getting paid for half of my trips and was told it was a gitch in the system... I never got rembursed. Also , the operators there are terrible and unprofessional. I tried to just get a simple transfer to ortho yesterday and had to listen to a dude watching TV for 5 mins and the other dude kept sending me on a Merry Go Round to nowhere. The only people there who get 5 stars are the Ortho Dept. They really care and talk to you like a human being and not a number. People wonder why Veterans give up.

Response from the owner4 months ago
Mr. Vail, we are sorry for the poor customer service you experienced recently at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner, but that obviously did not happen for you. I will have a Patient Advocate contact you to assist you with your issue. In the future, please reach out to one of our Patient Advocates if you have a problem receiving any of your VA health care services by calling (410) 642-2411, ext. 25097.
Tisay B
4 months ago
5

Hospice care was a "God Send" for our dad. The entire staff at Perry Point to include; nurses, social workers, chaplain, fireman, care aid techs are all top notch, compassionate and proficient healthcare professionals.As an RN, and having served as a military nurse, it was uplifting to see true Nursing compassion, dedication and love for our military heroes.Dad passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on April 24th, 2024. Thank you will never be enough for all you do to support military veterans and their families."Scouts Out" "Brave Rifles!"

Response from the owner4 months ago
Tisay B., we are very sorry about your father's passing. Thank you for your five star rating and positive comments about the care your father received at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's Veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner. Thank you for allowing us to serve your father's health care needs.
Leaflix
5 months ago
5

I always get amazing care especially at the Pharmacy.

Response from the owner5 months ago
Leafix, thank you for your recent five-star rating of the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's Veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner. Thank you for your service and for allowing us to serve your health care needs.
J
6 months ago
1

Trying to get somebody on the phone is an absolute nightmare, just constantly rerouted from mailbox to mailbox. Tried booking an appointment online which was just as equally frustrating. This place needs to be overhauled...Here WE are a few years later still on hold... Last time it was covid-19. What's the excuse this time?

Response from the owner2 years ago
James, We are very sorry that you had a hard time reaching somebody when calling the Perry Point VA Medical Center recently. Our goal is to provide exceptional customer service to all Veterans and their family members. Unfortunately, we recently had to move to Phase 3 of our Contingency Staffing Plan in response to the unprecedented number of employees unable to work due to COVID-19 infections and exposures, which is happening at many hospitals and health care facilities throughout the state. I would encourage you to contact one of our Patient Advocates to ask for assistance by calling 410-642-2411, ext. 25097. Sincerely, VA Maryland Health Care System
Corinne Finney
7 months ago
5

My father spent his final days here at Perry point and I cannot speak more highly of the staff and the care he received. What a wonderful group of people and I thank them every day for the beautiful send off they gave my father after he passed.

Response from the owner7 months ago
Ms. Finney, thank you for your five star rating of the Perry Point VA Medical Center and the positive comments about the staff and the care they provided to your father. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's Veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner.
Shawna Carey
10 months ago
1

I am extremely upset in how this place is continuing to operate! Patients of color are being mistreated by their counterparts and their counterparts are getting little to no consequences. Patients of color are also being kicked out for lesser offenses. This is suppose to be a place of healing for ALL of our veterans! The way that it's operating now is causing more turmoil and trauma to it's veteran patients and this needs to change!

Response from the owner10 months ago
Ms. Carey, the Perry Point VA Medical Center has a zero tolerance policy for discrimination of any kind. If you have concern of a possible issue, I encourage you to report immediately to the Patient Advocate at the Perry Point VA Medical Center by calling 410-642-2411, ext. 25097. Thank you.
Khiron Ashton
11 months ago
1

Total clown show!

Response from the owner11 months ago
Khiron, I am sorry that you did not have a good experience recently at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner. I encourage you to contact one of our Patient Advocates by calling (410) 642-2411, ext. 25097 to report any issue your experienced so it can be tracked and addressed. Thank you for your service!
Deanne Snodgrass
11 months ago
1

Perry Point has gotten rid of the patient advocate, which was verified by the operator. He said all advocate calls are routed to Baltimore when you call Perry Point because they don't have one at PP anymore. Additionally, I was told that PP doesn't allow discussions or questions with resident pharmacists, and the only number he would transfer me to is the new centralized pharmacy, which is in another state. There was never a line at the pharmacy in Perry Point. What I used to love about Perry Point is gone. It used to be a very safe place, now it causes nothing but anxiety. These changes have not increased Veteran satisfaction.

Response from the owner11 months ago
Ms. Snodgrass, the Perry Point VA Medical Center actually has three Patient Advocates, but one of the positions is currently vacant and will be filled in the next few weeks. To contact a Patient Advocate at the Perry Point VA Medical Center, please call 410-642-2411, ext. 25097. We also have Pharmacists at the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We did recently introduced a new Prescription Refill Call Center to address the long waits times that patients were previously experiencing to fill a prescription or to speak with a Pharmacist to ask a question about their medications. This has resulted in greatly decreased wait times and improved Veteran satisfaction. Thank you for allowing us to serve your health care needs.
Timothy Stultz
1 year ago
5

Was the right place for me at the time. 2016

Response from the owner1 year ago
Mr. Stultz, Thank you for your recent five star rating of the Perry Point VA Medical Center. We strive to provide the best care possible to Maryland's Veterans in the most courteous and efficient manner. Thank you for your service and for allowing us to serve your health care needs. Sincerely, VA Maryland Health Care System
No reviews matching the selected filter!

Nearby Featured Providers

Tranquility Woods Addiction Treatment Center
Pasadena, MD (410) 360-6600

Tranquility Woods Addiction Treatment Center

Tranquility Woods is a Co-occurring, Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Ce... read more.
Wells House
Frederick, MD (301) 662-7003

Wells House

Wells House - 427 E Patrick St outpatient services for individuals with a Su... read more.
Powell Recovery Center, Inc.
Baltimore, MD (410) 276-1773

Powell Recovery Center, Inc.

Powell Recovery Center is one of the largest alcohol and drug treatment faci... read more.
Get Help Now
Question iconWho Answers?
Phone icon 800-784-1361
Left arrow iconBack

Write a review for Perry Point VA Medical Center – VA Maryland Health Care System

Sharing your insights and experiences can help others learn more about this rehab center.

Title of Your Review
This is a required field
Your Review

Reviews comments must comply with our Review Policy Content Standards. Please do not use names (job titles / positions are acceptable) of any individual or identifying features, abusive remarks, or allegations of negligence or criminal activity.

A minimum of 200 characters and max of 2,000 characters required.
This is a required field
How would you rate the facility on the following?*
Overall Experience
Must select a star rating
Accomodations & Amenities
Must select a star rating
Meals & Nutrition
N/A
Must select a star rating
Treatment Effectiveness
Must select a star rating
Admissions Process
Must select a star rating
Staff & Friendliness
Must select a star rating
Cleanliness
Must select a star rating
Value for Cost
Must select a star rating
What is your connection to this facility?
This is a required field
Your First Name*
This is a required field
Your Last Name*
This is a required field
Your Phone Number
This is a required field
Your Email*
This is a required field
This is a required field
Spinner icon Submitting your review...
Thumbs up icon Your review was successfully submitted.
Get Help Today Phone icon 800-823-7153
Question iconWho Answers?