Illinois · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois has 31 certified opioid treatment programs within 10 miles for people looking for methadone treatment. The closest one is about 1.0 mile away, so care is readily accessible across the city. These programs offer medication-assisted treatment combined with counseling and other recovery services. With this many options, Chicago residents can compare programs to find the right fit.
Clinics by distance from Chicago
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Center for Addictive Problems1.0 mi
- 2Family Guidance Centers Inc1.3 mi
- 3Westcare Illinois Inc2.1 mi
- 4Family Guidance Centers Inc2.3 mi
- 5Family Guidance Centers Inc2.3 mi
- 6Chicago Treatment and3.8 mi
- 7Pilsen Wellness Center Inc4.2 mi
- 8Divine Recovery Hope Clinic4.9 mi
- 9Rincon Family Services5.1 mi
- 10Human Resources Development Institute5.3 mi
- Center
- Chicago city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Chicago
31 listed within 10 miles; the nearest 10 are shown. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 1.0 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Center for Addictive Problems
609 North Wells Street
Chicago, IL 60654- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 1.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Family Guidance Centers Inc
310 West Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60654- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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3 2.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Westcare Illinois Inc
1100 West Cermak Road, Suite B-116
Chicago, IL 60608- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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4 2.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Family Guidance Centers Inc
1220 South Wood Street
Chicago, IL 60608- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
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5 2.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Family Guidance Centers Inc
2630 South Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60616- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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6 3.8 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Chicago Treatment and
3520 South Ashland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60609- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Cash / self-pay
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7 4.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Pilsen Wellness Center Inc
3113 West Cermak Road
Chicago, IL 60623- Methadone
- Medicaid
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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8 4.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Divine Recovery Hope Clinic
3936 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60624- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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9 5.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Rincon Family Services
3809 West Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60651- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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10 5.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Human Resources Development Institute
340 East 51st Street
Chicago, IL 60615- Methadone
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 31
- to the nearest program
- 1.0 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 30
- also offer buprenorphine
- 14
- people in Chicago
- 2,746,388
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 943
What methadone treatment is
For someone physically dependent on heroin or fentanyl, stopping use brings intense withdrawal that often leads to relapse. Methadone interrupts that cycle by keeping opioid receptors steadily occupied at a controlled level. The result is a comfortable, functional baseline rather than a daily rollercoaster. Clinics in Chicago use this mechanism as the foundation of treatment for patients in Illinois.
Your first visit
A first visit to a methadone clinic in Chicago 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 Illinois
When budgeting for methadone treatment in Chicago, consider both daily dosing fees and counseling requirements. Enrollees in Illinois's Medicaid program generally have opioid treatment covered as an essential benefit, though individual plans may have copays or other cost sharing. People without insurance can ask clinics about self-pay rates, which differ from one provider to another. Checking coverage details with your insurer before enrollment can make planning much easier.
Take-home doses
Some patients in Illinois dose in person every day; others carry medication home for several days at a time. The difference comes down to clinic policy and individual circumstances. Federal rules set the maximums, including up to four weeks of take-home doses from day thirty-one, but each program decides how far within those limits to go.
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
- What are your clinic hours each day?
- Can I get take-home doses while traveling?
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
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 Illinois
- certified programs listed in Illinois
- 101
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 87%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Cicero, IL35 programs
- Riverdale, IL25 programs
- Kenilworth, IL8 programs
- Itasca, IL7 programs
- Lemont, IL6 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Chicago
How many methadone treatment programs are near Chicago, IL?
31 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Chicago, IL; 23 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Chicago?
Center for Addictive Problems is the closest listed clinic, 1.0 miles from Chicago by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Chicago accept Medicaid?
30 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Chicago also offer buprenorphine?
14 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Chicago itself?
Yes. At least one clinic shown has a listed address in Chicago.