VA tests telemedicine blend to bring mental health care to rural veterans
NCT ID NCT02713217
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a blended collaborative care model that uses telemedicine to integrate mental health treatment into primary care at smaller VA clinics serving rural veterans. Researchers enrolled 318 veterans who screened positive for depression, alcohol use disorder, or PTSD. The goal was to see if this approach improves mental health functioning compared to usual care, potentially increasing access for those in remote areas.
What this could mean
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Active substance
blended collaborative care model (telemedicine-based integrated care)
What this could lead to
If successful, this model could provide a practical way to deliver effective mental health care to rural veterans who otherwise have limited access.
What could go wrong
This is an implementation study, not a test of a new drug. The results may not apply to all settings, and the improvements over usual care could be modest.
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Locations
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Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center, Little Rock, AR
North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72114-1706, United States