New York · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Fairport, NY
People in Fairport, New York seeking methadone treatment have several certified options nearby. Within 10 miles of the city, there are 4 certified opioid treatment programs. The nearest one is 8.6 miles from Fairport. This page gives you a simple overview of what is available in the area as you consider treatment for opioid dependence.
Clinics by distance from Fairport
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Discovery COP8.6 mi
- 2Sisters of Charity Hospital8.9 mi
- 3Helio Health9.0 mi
- 4Strong Memorial Hospital9.5 mi
- Center
- Fairport city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Fairport
4 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 8.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Discovery COP
360 East Avenue, 1st and 2nd Floor
Rochester, NY 14604- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 8.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Sisters of Charity Hospital
435 East Henrietta Road
Rochester, NY 14620- Methadone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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3 9.0 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Helio Health
150 Mount Hope Avenue, 1st and 2nd Floors
Rochester, NY 14620- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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4 9.5 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Strong Memorial Hospital
2613 West Henrietta Road, Suite C
Rochester, NY 14623- Methadone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 4
- to the nearest program
- 8.6 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 4
- also offer buprenorphine
- 2
- people in Fairport
- 5,501
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 216
What methadone treatment is
Effectiveness is the main reason methadone remains widely used. Long-term studies associate it with reduced illicit opioid use, lower overdose risk, reduced infectious disease transmission, and improved retention in treatment. Federal agencies include it among the recommended medications for opioid use disorder. People in Fairport considering treatment can discuss with a New York licensed program whether this option fits their situation.
Your first visit
First visits to opioid treatment programs follow a standard structure. At a clinic near Fairport, intake generally includes a physical examination, a review of substance use and medical history, and urine screening. Staff explain clinic rules, dosing hours, and counseling requirements. Patients should ask questions during this appointment, since understanding program expectations early helps avoid problems later.
Paying for methadone in New York
Methadone programs bill for dosing visits, counseling, and drug screenings, so total cost depends on the treatment plan. Patients in Fairport insured through New York Medicaid, which expanded under the ACA, often face little or no cost for covered services. Others may pay directly and should compare fee schedules among local providers.
Take-home doses
Absence of recent diversion is one of the factors clinics weigh when deciding about take-home doses. Diversion means giving or selling medication to someone else. A record of regular attendance, no active substance use, and no serious behavioral problems also support approval. Each program applies federal guidelines in its own way.
Choosing a clinic
If you are comparing methadone programs, consider the full picture: medication dosing, counseling availability, staff credentials, and how the clinic handles questions or concerns. A program that communicates clearly is often easier to stay engaged with over the long term.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Is counseling included with the medication program?
- Do you offer same-day admission for new patients?
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- What are the rules around take-home medication privileges?
- How long does the intake process usually take?
- Do you accept Medicaid for methadone treatment?
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 New York
- certified programs listed in New York
- 139
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 99%
Places with the most programs nearby
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Questions about methadone clinics near Fairport
How many methadone treatment programs are near Fairport, NY?
4 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Fairport, NY; 2 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Fairport?
Discovery COP is the closest listed clinic, 8.6 miles from Fairport by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Fairport accept Medicaid?
4 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Fairport also offer buprenorphine?
2 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Fairport itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Fairport itself.