California · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Cathedral City, CA
Cathedral City, CA is a city of roughly 51493 people in the Coachella Valley. If methadone treatment is part of your recovery plan, location and distance matter. There are 2 certified opioid treatment programs within 10 miles of the city. The closest one is about 4.0 miles away, which can make regular visits more manageable. This page describes methadone treatment options near Cathedral City to help you find appropriate care.
Clinics by distance from Cathedral City
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
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- Cathedral City city center (Census point)
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- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Cathedral City
2 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 4.0 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
39407 Vista del Sol
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Cash / self-pay
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2 6.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Desert Comprehensive Treatment Center
1330 North Indian Canyon Drive, Suite A
Palm Springs, CA 92262- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 2
- to the nearest program
- 4.0 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 2
- people in Cathedral City
- 51,493
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 552
What methadone treatment is
The goal of methadone treatment is stabilization. When taken as prescribed, it quiets the cycle of withdrawal and craving that drives much of the harm linked to opioid addiction. People can then work, care for family, and attend counseling. Clinics near Cathedral City monitor each patient's response and adjust the dose over time within standards set for programs in California.
Your first visit
A first visit to a methadone clinic near Cathedral City usually begins with an intake appointment. Staff collect medical history, verify identification, and discuss treatment goals. A physical assessment is typically required before dosing begins. Patients should bring identification and any insurance information. The initial appointment may take longer than later visits because of the paperwork and evaluations involved.
Paying for methadone in California
Cost is a common concern when starting methadone treatment in Cathedral City. In California, Medi-Cal typically covers methadone services for those who qualify, and the state's Medicaid expansion extended eligibility to many adults who previously did not qualify. Some programs also work with private health plans or offer sliding-scale fees based on income. Contacting the clinic's billing office in advance is a practical way to understand what your visits, medication, and counseling may cost.
Take-home doses
Take-home eligibility depends on several factors a clinic reviews, including whether a patient attends regularly, avoids active substance use or serious behavioral problems, and has no recent diversion of medication. Whether doses can be safely transported and stored also matters. Clinics weigh these considerations against the risks before approving medication to take home.
Choosing a clinic
Paying for methadone treatment varies by clinic. Some centers in California accept insurance, including Medicaid, while others offer self-pay rates or sliding-scale fees. Ask about costs, coverage, and any additional fees for counseling or drug screenings before you commit.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
- What support services do you offer beyond medication?
- What are the rules around take-home medication privileges?
- What documents do I need to bring to enroll?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
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 California
- certified programs listed in California
- 161
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 81%
Places with the most programs nearby
- San Fernando, CA16 programs
- Huntington Park, CA13 programs
- Alameda, CA11 programs
- Cypress, CA10 programs
- Palmdale, CA7 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Cathedral City
How many methadone treatment programs are near Cathedral City, CA?
2 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Cathedral City, CA; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Cathedral City?
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the closest listed clinic, 4.0 miles from Cathedral City by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Cathedral City accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 10 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Cathedral City also offer buprenorphine?
2 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Cathedral City itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Cathedral City itself.