Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers Covered by VA CCN

Learn how you can use your VA CCN benefits for drug and alcohol treatment in New Jersey

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Written by Brian Chasin

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jeffery Berman, MD

Posted On: Nov 6, 2023Last Updated On: Nov 6, 2023Medical Review On: Nov 6, 2023

Using VA CCN Benefits for Treatment

What VA CCN is and how it supports veterans in treatment

Veterans sometimes face a higher risk of substance use problems, and the Veterans Administration (VA) offers several ways to access care. In many cases, treatment is covered through VA benefits. However, the VA does not always provide every service directly. When care is not available at a VA facility, veterans may be referred to the Community Care Network (CCN) to receive treatment from approved providers in the community.

VA CCN allows veterans to get services through non-government facilities that meet VA standards. To use CCN coverage, veterans need to follow VA referral guidelines and choose a provider that accepts VA CCN.

SOBA New Jersey accepts VA CCN referrals for drug and alcohol treatment. We offer the levels of care many veterans need, and we can also support co-occurring mental health concerns that often come with substance use. If you are using VA CCN and want help understanding next steps, our team can walk you through the process.

Mental Health and Substance Use in Veterans

Military service can take its toll on the well-being of men and women from all walks of life. That’s true whether you:

Directly or indirectly experience combat during your time in the military
Never see combat or serve in a combat zone

For roughly one in 10 veterans who seek help from the VA, the aftermath of service includes a diagnosable substance problem. These problems, known as substance use disorders (SUDs), often meet the definition of clinical addiction. They may also fall into the category of serious, non-addicted abuse of drugs or alcohol. In addition, the symptoms of an SUD may span the spectrum of addiction and substance abuse. What’s more, a significant percentage of veterans with SUDs are also affected by PTSD or another serious mental illness.

Among both men and women veterans, alcohol-related problems are more common than drug-related problems. Men have a higher rate of exposure than women. Your SUD risks also go up if you’re under the age of 25 and/or aren’t married.

Want to know more about veterans’ risks for substance and mental health problems or our PTSD treatment program? Talk to the knowledgeable staff at SOBA New Jersey today.

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About VA CCN Coverage

What VA CCN is and how veterans use it for care

The Community Care Network was designed by the Veterans Administration to provide additional healthcare resources for veterans. Why are these resources needed? Millions of former servicemen and servicewomen qualify for VA treatment. However, the administration can’t easily meet this level of need by using just its own facilities. To widen access to covered healthcare, they contract out services from third-party providers. Together, these contracted providers form the functioning core of the CCN.

To simplify the process of administering the CNN, the VA divides it into five different regions. Each region provides services for veterans living in one of the following areas:

One or more U.S. states
Washington D.C.
Puerto Rico
The U.S. Virgin Islands
American Samoa
Guam
The Northern Mariana Islands

New Jersey belongs to VA CCN Region One. This region also includes all other mid-Atlantic states, as well as New England and parts of the upper South. Administration duties for Region One fall to Optum Serve, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group. Optum Serve specializes in working with:

Federal agencies
Various communities served by those agencies.

Much like other health insurance companies, it offers a network of providers you can see for treatment.

Have more questions about the VA CCN system? The Veterans Administration maintains a Community Care contact center to educate you on what to expect. You can also ask the professionals at SOBA New Jersey for further details.

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Substance Treatment Through VA CCN

U.S. law mandates the inclusion of coverage for substance treatment services in many kinds of insurance plans. That includes plans issued or administered by federal agencies. Coverage mandates also exist for the treatment of other mental or behavioral health conditions. As a joint federal venture, the VA CCN provides treatment for veterans affected by either or both of these issues.

As in the VA’s own facilities, covered options in the Community Care Network include the most vital rehab services for veterans. Examples of these services include:

Managed substance detoxification that may or may not include the use of medication
Counseling or psychotherapy
Relapse prevention programs
Aftercare or continuing care programs

You may also have access to extra services specifically intended for veterans who share similar recovery needs. Coverage is provided for those who go through rehab on an outpatient basis. It’s also provided for veterans who need residential rehab.

Getting Started with VA CCN Care

To use a VA CCN drug rehab in New Jersey or a VA CCN alcohol rehab, you must follow the guidelines below:

Get a referral from the VA for the provider you have in mind before you enter treatment
Seek additional permission before receiving treatment that goes beyond the scope of your initial referral
Provide a co-payment when getting help for issues not connected to your time in service

As a rule, the VA schedules all treatment provided in one of its agency facilities. It may also schedule your visit to a VA CCN provider. However, you may need or prefer to schedule CCN services yourself with help from your local VA office. SOBA New Jersey can work directly with you or the Veterans Administration to facilitate your enrollment. For more information, talk to one of our admissions specialists.

Additional Mental Health Support Through VA CCN

The VA CCN also has resources for veterans affected by mental illness. You can access these resources if such an illness is not accompanied by substance use disorder. Crucially, you can also access it if you’re affected by an SUD and a separate mental illness.

As a VA CCN provider, SOBA New Jersey offers a wide range of covered treatment services. Those services include substance detox. They also include active treatment with therapy and/or medication. In addition, we specialize in treating the combined effects of SUDs and other mental illnesses. Contact our VA CCN drug rehab in New Jersey to find out more.

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We provide free transportation services for clients within a 5-hour distance of our New Brunswick, NJ rehab facilities. This service is for individuals in need of drug or alcohol detox that are unable to find transportation to our facility. This service includes transportation from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut.

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Treatment for Veterans Through VA CCN

The VA CCN is a major healthcare source for many of the nation’s veterans. It plays a vital role by adding civilian treatment facilities to those directly operated by the Veterans Administration.

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You can use a Community Care Network provider to access a broad range of options for effective drug or alcohol treatment.
SOBA New Jersey is a drug and alcohol rehab center in N.J. that accepts VA CNN insurance. Our New Jersey addiction treatment programs can help you or a loved one overcome substance abuse problems.

SOBA New Jersey is a designated participant in the VA CCN. This means that you can use your veteran status to seek modern, compassionate care for any SUD. You can also use it to address any additional mental health needs while in treatment. We regularly help veterans support their recoveries with appropriate outpatient or inpatient services. Contact us today to find out how we can help you.