Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Driscoll, TX
If you are seeking methadone treatment in Driscoll, Texas, this page offers a helpful overview. There are 3 certified opioid treatment programs within 25 miles of Driscoll, with the closest one 20.2 miles away. Although the nearest program is a bit of a drive, residents still have access to treatment options.
Clinics by distance from Driscoll
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Toxicology Associates Inc20.2 mi
- 2Counseling and Recovery Services22.2 mi
- 3South Texas Subst Abuse Recovery Servs23.1 mi
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- Driscoll 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 Driscoll
3 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 20.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Toxicology Associates Inc
5233 Interstate Highway 37, Suite C-17
Corpus Christi, TX 78408- Methadone
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 22.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Counseling and Recovery Services
4300 South Padre Island Drive, Suite 3-3
Corpus Christi, TX 78411- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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3 23.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
South Texas Subst Abuse Recovery Servs
907 Antelope Street
Corpus Christi, TX 78401- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 3
- to the nearest program
- 20.2 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 2
- also offer buprenorphine
- 2
- people in Driscoll
- 680
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 67
What methadone treatment is
Methadone is a long-acting opioid medication used in medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. Taken once daily under supervision at a clinic near Driscoll, it reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings without producing the highs associated with short-acting opioids. It has been used in Texas and nationwide for decades and is approved by federal health authorities as a recognized treatment option.
Your first visit
Starting methadone treatment begins with an intake appointment at a licensed clinic. In Driscoll, this first visit typically involves completing forms, meeting with medical staff, and undergoing an initial assessment. Clinics follow federal guidelines established under SAMHSA oversight. Patients should arrive early, bring identification, and be prepared to discuss their health history honestly and completely with staff.
Paying for methadone in Texas
Employer-sponsored and marketplace insurance plans may include coverage for opioid treatment programs, but benefits vary. Patients in Driscoll should review their plan documents or call the insurer to confirm coverage for methadone, counseling, and related services. In Texas, clinics can also bill directly for patients who choose to self-pay.
Take-home doses
New patients often ask when they can stop visiting the clinic every day. Federal rules permit take-home doses from the very first day when the medical director or practitioner judges the benefits outweigh the risks, but many programs in Texas still have new patients dose in person daily at first. Ask each clinic how it applies the rule.
Choosing a clinic
Fees at methadone clinics commonly cover the medication, nursing services, and counseling. Ask for a written breakdown of what is included in the weekly or monthly cost. Transparent pricing makes it easier to budget for treatment in Texas.
Questions to ask a clinic
- What happens if I miss a dose one day?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
- Can I get take-home doses while traveling?
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
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 Driscoll
How many methadone treatment programs are near Driscoll, TX?
3 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 25 miles of Driscoll, TX; 3 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Driscoll?
Toxicology Associates Inc is the closest listed clinic, 20.2 miles from Driscoll by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Driscoll accept Medicaid?
2 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Driscoll also offer buprenorphine?
2 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Driscoll itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Driscoll itself.