Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Alvin, TX
Alvin, Texas residents have multiple certified opioid treatment programs within a reasonable distance. There are 5 certified programs located within 25 miles of Alvin, and the closest is about 12.1 miles away. With several options nearby, you can find methadone treatment without traveling far from home. This page is designed to help you begin that search.
Clinics by distance from Alvin
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Pursuit of Hope Group LLC12.1 mi
- 2Houston Treatment Center Inc15.1 mi
- 3Toxicology Associates Inc15.8 mi
- 4Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center21.6 mi
- 5Northshore Treatment Center24.1 mi
- Center
- Alvin city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Alvin
5 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 12.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Pursuit of Hope Group LLC
2620 Cullen Parkway, Suite 216
Pearland, TX 77581- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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2 15.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Houston Treatment Center Inc
1050 Edgebrook Drive, Suite 3
Houston, TX 77034- Methadone
- Medicaid
- Cash / self-pay
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3 15.8 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Toxicology Associates Inc
2411 Franklin Street
La Marque, TX 77568- Methadone
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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4 21.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center
2002 Holcombe Boulevard
Houston, TX 77030- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Cash / self-pay
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5 24.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Northshore Treatment Center
1140 Westmont Drive, Suite 201
Houston, TX 77015- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 5
- to the nearest program
- 12.1 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 2
- also offer buprenorphine
- 3
- people in Alvin
- 27,098
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 59
What methadone treatment is
As a medication, methadone works by attaching to the same receptors in the brain that opioids like heroin and prescription painkillers target. Because it acts slowly and lasts much longer, people in treatment can stabilize, hold jobs, and participate in counseling. Clinics near Alvin dispense it in measured doses as part of a structured program licensed in Texas.
Your first visit
New patients in Texas typically complete an intake process before receiving their first dose of methadone. This includes a health assessment, questions about substance use history, and a discussion of counseling options. Federal and state rules apply to starting treatment, so clinics follow specific steps during the first visit. Expect the appointment to take a significant portion of the day.
Paying for methadone in Texas
Coverage for methadone treatment depends on several factors: your insurance plan, your income, and the policies of the clinic you choose. Because Texas has not expanded Medicaid, some adults with low incomes may not qualify for public coverage. Alvin residents can explore marketplace plans, clinic payment plans, and charitable or state-funded programs.
Take-home doses
Take-home doses let patients in Alvin carry their methadone from the clinic instead of dosing in person every day. Under a federal rule updated in 2024, take-homes can begin as early as the first day of treatment when the clinic's medical director judges the benefits outweigh the risks. Each program sets its own policy within federal limits, so asking ahead is wise.
Choosing a clinic
Methadone is a long-acting opioid medication used to treat opioid use disorder. Taken as prescribed at a licensed clinic, it reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings without producing the euphoria associated with misuse. It is one of several evidence-based medication options recognized by SAMHSA.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you offer same-day admission for new patients?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
- What support services do you offer beyond medication?
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- How long does the intake process usually take?
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
Methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone compared
All three are FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder. A clinician helps decide which fits.
| Medication | How it is taken | Where you get it | Daily clinic visits | Who prescribes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methadone | Liquid, tablet or dissolvable wafer by mouth, once a day | Only at a certified opioid treatment program | Usually yes at first; federal rules allow take-home doses from early in treatment at the clinic's discretion | The program's medical staff, under federal treatment program rules |
| Buprenorphine | Film or tablet under the tongue daily, or a weekly or monthly injection | A pharmacy with a prescription, a doctor's office, or a treatment program | Usually no | Any clinician whose DEA registration covers Schedule III medications |
| Naltrexone | Monthly injection (extended-release) or a daily tablet | Injection at a clinic or doctor's office; tablets from a pharmacy | No; you must be off opioids for 7 to 10 days before starting | Any licensed prescriber |
Treatment in Texas
- certified programs listed in Texas
- 85
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 78%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Euless, TX19 programs
- Addison, TX15 programs
- Cedar Hill, TX14 programs
- Haslet, TX13 programs
- Humble, TX12 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Alvin
How many methadone treatment programs are near Alvin, TX?
5 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 25 miles of Alvin, TX; 5 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Alvin?
Pursuit of Hope Group LLC is the closest listed clinic, 12.1 miles from Alvin by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Alvin accept Medicaid?
2 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Alvin also offer buprenorphine?
3 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Alvin itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Alvin itself.