VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System UD Division

University Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15240

✓ Joint Commission 3 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System UD Division

Integrated mental health and substance use treatment for veterans, adults with serious mental illness, and chronic disease management. VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System UD Division is located in Pittsburgh, PA. The facility provides Residential Rehab, Outpatient, Detox programs. Treatment approaches include 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Nutrition Counseling. This center serves Men, Women, Older Adults, Young Adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans. VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System UD Division accepts 24 insurance providers, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health. The program holds Joint Commission accreditation. For more information or to verify insurance coverage, call (833) 567-5838.

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Older Adults Young Adults LGBTQ+ Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Outpatient
Veterans Affairs Medical Center or other VA healthcare facility
Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Loxapine Perphenazine Pimozide Prochlorperazine Thiothixene Thioridazine Trifluoperazine Aripiprazole Asenapine Brexpiprazole Cariprazine Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Ketamine Infusion Therapy Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Federal Government U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) U.S. Department of VA funds
Seniors or older adults Veterans Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
HIV testing STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV) Laboratory testing
Housing services Mentoring/peer support
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Young Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted
Chronic disease/illness management Diet and exercise counseling Family psychoeducation Intensive case management Illness management and recovery Legal advocacy Psychosocial rehabilitation services Supported housing Case management service Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System UD Division

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 20 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Contact Information

University Drive, Building 29, Pittsburgh, PA, 15240

Quick Facts

Program20 days
FocusThis center treats substance u...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Twelve Step

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Chronic Relapse Smoking Cessation Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamine

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

(833) 567-5838

Frequently Asked Questions

VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System UD Division accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System UD Division offers Residential Rehab, Outpatient, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in PA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 20 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA
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