Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Forney, TX
People in Forney, Texas can access methadone treatment at 6 certified opioid treatment programs within 25 miles. The nearest program is about 15.9 miles from Forney, so plan travel time for appointments. Certified programs offer medication-assisted treatment along with counseling services. Having several options nearby makes it easier to find a good fit.
Clinics by distance from Forney
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1WTCR Garland15.9 mi
- 2STEP Med18.3 mi
- 3Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital19.9 mi
- 4WTCR Dallas21.8 mi
- 5Crossroads Recovery Center23.9 mi
- 6WTCR Plano24.7 mi
- Center
- Forney city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Forney
6 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 15.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
WTCR Garland
2848 West Kingsley Road, Suite B
Garland, TX 75041- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 18.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
STEP Med
2929 Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Suite 4
Dallas, TX 75215- Methadone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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3 19.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Department of Veteran Affairs Hospital
4500 South Lancaster Road
Dallas, TX 75216- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
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4 21.8 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
WTCR Dallas
1808 Market Center Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75207- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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5 23.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Crossroads Recovery Center
5552 South Hampton Road
Dallas, TX 75232- Methadone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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6 24.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
WTCR Plano
1108 Dobie Drive, Suite 102
Plano, TX 75074- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 6
- to the nearest program
- 15.9 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 6
- also offer buprenorphine
- 4
- people in Forney
- 23,455
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 26
What methadone treatment is
Methadone is a schedule II controlled substance, meaning it has accepted medical uses but also a regulated potential for dependence. In the treatment setting, this classification translates into strict dispensing, record-keeping, and monitoring requirements. Patients in Forney receive individualized doses from medical staff rather than handling the medication themselves at first, consistent with regulations enforced in Texas and nationally.
Your first visit
A first appointment at a Forney methadone clinic focuses on assessment and orientation. Staff gather information about the patient's medical history and substance use, and explain what daily attendance will look like. Methadone is a long-acting medication, so clinicians take care in determining an appropriate starting dose. Patients may not receive a dose until the evaluation is complete.
Paying for methadone in Texas
Insurance can lower the cost of methadone treatment, but coverage rules differ by plan. Before starting care in Forney, verify whether opioid treatment programs are in network, whether prior authorization is needed, and what copays apply. Patients in Texas without coverage should ask clinics about cash-pay rates and any sliding-fee options.
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
Methadone must be taken exactly as prescribed. Because it is a long-acting medication, combining it with other sedatives or adjusting your dose on your own can be dangerous. Clinic staff monitor dosing and can answer questions about safe use.
Questions to ask a clinic
- What documents do I need to bring to enroll?
- What should I expect during my first visit?
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
- What are the rules around take-home medication 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 Forney
How many methadone treatment programs are near Forney, TX?
6 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 25 miles of Forney, TX; 6 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Forney?
WTCR Garland is the closest listed clinic, 15.9 miles from Forney by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Forney accept Medicaid?
6 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Forney also offer buprenorphine?
4 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Forney itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Forney itself.