VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System

975 Kirman Ave
Reno, NV 89502

VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System NV 89502

About VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System

VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System–Loannis A. Lougaris VA Medical Center offers medical and behavioral health care for military personnel, veterans, and families in Reno, Nevada, including specialized programming for adolescents, young adults, seniors, LGBTQ+ persons, trauma survivors, persons with hearing impairment, homeless and indigent persons, and persons with co-occurring disorders. Their services include telehealth care, crisis intervention and patient stabilization, and inpatient, outpatient, and aftercare programming. They are Joint Commission accredited.

Treatment begins with a comprehensive medical and mental health assessment and personalized care plan. Complete case management is included for all clients.

Clients in inpatient care receive round-the-clock clinical supervision and high-level structure and support. Those undergoing detox may be prescribed FDA-approved medications to ease withdrawal symptoms and prevent complications. Clients also engage in intensive individual, group, and family counseling and robust, recovery-focused life skills training addressing topics such as coping, self-care, and relapse prevention. An array of evidence-based complementary therapies is available, including meditation, mindfulness, and experiential therapy.

Their outpatient programs ensure a complete continuum of care aligned with clients’ evolving needs. Aftercare support may include 12 step program facilitation, sober living transitions, employment and housing assistance, and referrals for additional services.

In addition to military benefits, the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System works with major insurers, including Aetna, Cigna, BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, United Healthcare, and more. Out of network benefits vary. Contact your provider to verify coverage.

Latest Reviews

Brian Wells
2 months ago on Google
5
I always say "Thank you" to my healthcare professionals at the Reno VA., from the maintenance staff to cooks to the Doctors and Nurses!
Linda
2 months ago on Google
1
I haven't got to go the VA since 2020 why because they took our Van and have no way of getting their so I'm sent to the worst hospital Humboldt General ER 2nd time there was treated like a prisoner clothes stolen doctor was hitting the bed with stool screaming in my face refusing to let me go to VA told me they had no room threatened to tell that my husband had beat me which was a lie refused to let me leave only if I didnt go home and stayed at my friend's house said he'd have sheriff check and make sure I was there this was the most horrifying experience and guess what I'm sent there whenever I have a to be seen and have no VA Doctor available just in June 2024 foot was burning hot and unable to walk without serious pain 3 hours and exray later was told go back to clinic it's your kidneys so I did 3 weeks later after walking on that foot found out to be torn tendon in back of leg boot put on immediately and MRI scheduled please someone tell the Reno VA this is not a good place and give us back our VAN
Wildhorse Johnson
3 months ago on Google
5
I've used many VA hospitals over the last 55 years, and I find the Reno Sierra Nevada VA Hospital to be one of the best...

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Accepted Insurance

VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

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.

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Per session payment lets you pay for each treatment at the time of service. You may also pay for a certain number of sessions up front and then pay for more if needed. This format allows you to tailor the financial investment to your specific needs and avoid having a large lump sum payment due at the end of the treatment program.

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Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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.
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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.

Treatments

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 rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

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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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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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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.

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.

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.

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.

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.

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.

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.

Fitness therapy blends exercise with psychotherapy for a fun, inspiring, and effective way of treating addiction and other issues. By incorporating movement into counseling sessions, clients become more empowered, motivated, and goal-oriented, all while strengthening their bodies and becoming more flexible. Fitness Therapy is usually used to complement a course of treatment (inpatient or outpatient) to make it even more successful. Increasing the connection between a patient’s mind and body helps both with healing as well as in creating new, healthy habits.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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Accreditations

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: 2689

Contact Information

Phone icon (888) 838-6256
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975 Kirman Ave
Reno, NV 89502

Fact checked and written by:
Terri Beth Miller, PhD
Edited by:
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Reviews of VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System

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The emergency room this dirty is disorganized the doctors are inept and incapable, and the nurses are rude! NOT RECOMMENDED!

Reviewed on 3/7/2019
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4.1 (133 reviews)
Terry Kivett
1 week ago
5

Whitley Keith
2 weeks ago
5

The surgery department is the best I have seen in years. Very competent surgeons and nursing staff. I am so fortunate to be a veteran so close to this hospital. Service, on top of good service, and lots of happy people working there - happy people is a result of a well run hospital. Hats off 2 you.

Linda
2 months ago
1

I haven't got to go the VA since 2020 why because they took our Van and have no way of getting their so I'm sent to the worst hospital Humboldt General ER 2nd time there was treated like a prisoner clothes stolen doctor was hitting the bed with stool screaming in my face refusing to let me go to VA told me they had no room threatened to tell that my husband had beat me which was a lie refused to let me leave only if I didnt go home and stayed at my friend's house said he'd have sheriff check and make sure I was there this was the most horrifying experience and guess what I'm sent there whenever I have a to be seen and have no VA Doctor available just in June 2024 foot was burning hot and unable to walk without serious pain 3 hours and exray later was told go back to clinic it's your kidneys so I did 3 weeks later after walking on that foot found out to be torn tendon in back of leg boot put on immediately and MRI scheduled please someone tell the Reno VA this is not a good place and give us back our VAN

Brian Wells
2 months ago
5

I always say "Thank you" to my healthcare professionals at the Reno VA., from the maintenance staff to cooks to the Doctors and Nurses!

Wildhorse Johnson
3 months ago
5

I've used many VA hospitals over the last 55 years, and I find the Reno Sierra Nevada VA Hospital to be one of the best...

Mikaela Goesch
5 months ago
5

My experience is usually very positive and I have always had excellent treatment.

Conni Jo Hebert
6 months ago
4

This Reno VA is very different from the VA in Las Vegas I'm used to. It's located in a Reno residential area with limited parking. You have to figure out what color elevator takes you to the floor your appointment is on. Staff and medical providers were all friendly.

Lr
7 months ago
5

This VA is the best. Everyone from the check in, to nurses, and the doctors too, lol. Really care about our vets, They are a shining example of caring for the men and women, who have served our country. Thank you all for your service.

Gregory Jax
8 months ago
4

I go here for most of my health care.

Kevin McHale
8 months ago
5

Im a vet so I have nothing bad to ever say. Ty U.S.A

Ralph Bartlett
9 months ago
5

No complaints about any VA facility

Charles Parker
9 months ago
1

Anyone giving this place a five star rating is a crackhead! I've tried using this place for 22 years, and they've messed up everytime single time!I got made fun of in a mental health class during an anxiety attack.Doctors here couldn't do what interns did at other VA hospitals in the same network did with ease.Couldn't get a note to drop my college courses when needed one, the hack doctors are unapproachable. My car stereo was stolen while parked in the parking lot. Got assaulted by a mentally handicapped food service work and sexual harassed by the directors secretary. For four years they told me I couldn't use a local community hospital down the street from my house, turns out other veterans were using it the entire time. That's a fraction of my experience with them. I'm 100% service connected from combat and would rather go back to war, then ask this place for help! It's the most disfunction organization I've ever experienced. I've tried ober and over with this place The people employed here are a national disgrace! I've missed so many opportunities because of them! None of them are head accountable when they screw up. Anyone giving this place a five star rating works there! I hope their kids get drafted and get the same treatment I did! Scum bags!

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