Maryland · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Gaithersburg, MD
Methadone treatment is within reach in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with 3 certified opioid treatment programs within 10 miles. The closest one is about 4.2 miles from town, so getting to visits should be manageable. With multiple programs nearby, you can compare medication services, counseling, and schedules. This page can help you compare your options and get started.
Clinics by distance from Gaithersburg
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1BornFree Wellness Centers of America4.2 mi
- 2Montgomery Recovery Services Inc4.8 mi
- 3Montgomery County Dept Health/Human4.9 mi
- Center
- Gaithersburg city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Gaithersburg
3 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 4.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
BornFree Wellness Centers of America
19537 Doctors Drive, Building 3
Germantown, MD 20874- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 4.8 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Montgomery Recovery Services Inc
14636 Rothgeb Drive
Rockville, MD 20850- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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3 4.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Montgomery County Dept Health/Human
1500 East Gude Drive
Rockville, MD 20850- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 3
- to the nearest program
- 4.2 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 3
- also offer buprenorphine
- 3
- people in Gaithersburg
- 69,657
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 97
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 Gaithersburg considering treatment can discuss with a Maryland licensed program whether this option fits their situation.
Your first visit
During the first visit to a Gaithersburg methadone clinic, patients complete the intake process required by federal and state regulations. This includes providing identification, discussing health and substance use history, and undergoing an initial evaluation. Counseling options are explained, since participation in counseling is a standard part of methadone treatment programs across the country.
Paying for methadone in Maryland
Budgeting for treatment in Gaithersburg starts with knowing what a clinic charges for daily dosing. In Maryland, Medicaid coverage can reduce or eliminate these costs for eligible residents. Private insurance plans also commonly cover methadone, though copays and deductibles apply. Self-pay patients should compare rates carefully.
Take-home doses
Patients who travel or work irregular hours often value take-home doses, which reduce the need for daily clinic visits. Federal rules cap how many days of medication can be carried at once, starting with up to a week in the first two weeks of treatment and increasing over time with clinic approval.
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
- Do you offer same-day admission for new patients?
- What should I expect during my first visit?
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- Can I get take-home doses while traveling?
- Do you treat pregnant patients in your program?
- 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 Maryland
- certified programs listed in Maryland
- 118
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 97%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Baltimore, MD66 programs
- Abingdon, MD10 programs
- College Park, MD9 programs
- Chesapeake City, MD6 programs
- Crownsville, MD5 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Gaithersburg
How many methadone treatment programs are near Gaithersburg, MD?
3 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Gaithersburg, MD; 3 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Gaithersburg?
BornFree Wellness Centers of America is the closest listed clinic, 4.2 miles from Gaithersburg by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Gaithersburg accept Medicaid?
3 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Gaithersburg also offer buprenorphine?
3 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Gaithersburg itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Gaithersburg itself.