About Lewiston VA Clinic
The Lewiston VA Clinic in Lewiston, Idaho operates under the greater VA Walla Walla Healthcare Center which serves veterans throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. If you are a veteran and need supportive care for your medical or mental health care struggles, you’ll find quality, evidence based treatment at the Lewiston VA Clinic.
They accept policies from most major insurance providers including VA benefits. You’ll also find that care is rather accessible. For example, you can walk in at any time to receive treatment and there are usually short wait times. Also, transportation services are available for you and your loved ones helping make it easier to get to your appointments.
The Lewiston VA Clinic only offers primary care and toxic exposure screening related to your time in service. However, your primary care doctor here can connect you to recovery services if you’re struggling with your mental health or have a substance use disorder.
Veteran Focused Care
Veterans face unique struggles on the journey to recovery. When you seek services here at the Lewiston VA Clinic, you’ll work with medical professionals who understand the unique experiences that have contributed to your mental health or substance use challenges.
You’ll receive trauma informed care that’s backed by evidence based therapies including counseling, medication management when necessary, and holistic support.
Referrals Through the VA Network
Despite offering limited services, The Lewiston VA Clinic is a great outlet to turn to if you know there is an issue with your mental health or addiction use but you’re not sure where to turn. Through primary care, you’ll undergo evaluations so that the appropriate diagnosis can be reached.
From there, you can get connected to other programs within the VA Walla Walla Healthcare system. This might include inpatient treatment, medication assisted treatment, and more specialized support.
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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.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
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.
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.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient 
Inpatient 
Intensive Outpatient 
Partial Hospitalization Program 
12-Step 
Aftercare Support 
Medically Assisted Detox 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
Clinical Services
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Recreational therapy is typically included in a holistic approach to drug and alcohol addiction treatment. It integrates activities like hiking, team sports, and art to improve physical fitness, provide an emotional outlet, and improve your social connections with others. These are skills you need to rebuild your life and maintain your sobriety.
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Private Transportation
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Chairman of the Board of Veterans’ Appeals
VA Chief of Staff
Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Management & Deputy CFO
Chief Acquisition Officer & Principal Executive Director
Director, Center for Minority Veterans
Chief Facilities Strategy Officer
Executive Director, Loan Guaranty Service
Executive Director
Executive Director, Office of Tribal Government Relations
Deputy Director, Center for Women Veterans
Executive Director
Deputy Executive Director, Office of Asset Enterprise Management
Chief Strategy Officer for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Accreditations
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
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: 4776
Contact Information
(208) 746-7784 
1630 23rd Avenue
Building 2
Lewiston, ID 83501
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