Oregon · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Gaston, OR
Residents of Gaston, Oregon who need methadone treatment have several certified programs in the area. Within 25 miles of Gaston, there are 4 certified opioid treatment programs. The closest one is about 17.7 miles away. Comparing your options can help you find a program that offers the medication and counseling services you need.
Clinics by distance from Gaston
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Tigard Comprehensive Treatment Center17.7 mi
- 2Opiate Treatment Program22.7 mi
- 3Downtown Portland Comprehensive Trt23.6 mi
- 4CODA Inc24.5 mi
- Center
- Gaston city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Gaston
4 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 17.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Tigard Comprehensive Treatment Center
10763 SW Greenburg Road, Suite 100
Portland, OR 97223- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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2 22.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Opiate Treatment Program
3710 SW U.S. Veterans Hospital Road, Building 104, Level P3
Portland, OR 97239- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Cash / self-pay
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3 23.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Downtown Portland Comprehensive Trt
324 NW Davis Street
Portland, OR 97209- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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4 24.5 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
CODA Inc
1027 East Burnside Street
Portland, OR 97214- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 4
- to the nearest program
- 17.7 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 3
- also offer buprenorphine
- 4
- people in Gaston
- 676
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 52
What methadone treatment is
Thinking of methadone as ongoing medical care, similar to insulin for diabetes, is a useful frame for many patients. Some remain on maintenance treatment for years; others taper off gradually under medical guidance. Both paths are recognized. Treatment programs near Gaston work with each patient in Oregon to set goals that match their circumstances and recovery plan.
Your first visit
The first visit to a methadone clinic near Gaston is an intake, not a treatment session. Staff review the patient's medical and substance use history, perform basic health checks, and explain program rules. Patients may be asked about prior treatment attempts and current medications. If approved, dosing can sometimes begin the same day, depending on the assessment.
Paying for methadone in Oregon
The cost of methadone treatment varies by program and by insurance status. In Gaston, many patients use the Oregon Health Plan, the state's Medicaid program, to cover daily dosing and counseling visits. Oregon's expansion of Medicaid means most adults with low incomes can qualify. Anyone without coverage should still contact clinics, since staff can often explain payment expectations and point people toward enrollment help.
Take-home doses
Take-home doses let patients in Gaston carry their methadone from the clinic instead of dosing in person every day. Under a federal rule updated in 2024, take-homes can begin as early as the first day of treatment when the clinic's medical director judges the benefits outweigh the risks. Each program sets its own policy within federal limits, so asking ahead is wise.
Choosing a clinic
Insurance coverage for methadone treatment differs by plan. Many clinics accept Medicaid or private insurance, and some offer payment options for those without coverage. Contact the clinic's billing office or your insurer to confirm what is covered before your first visit.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you accept Medicaid for methadone treatment?
- What happens if I miss a dose one day?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- What should I expect during my first visit?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
- Can I get take-home doses while traveling?
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 Oregon
- certified programs listed in Oregon
- 30
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 97%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Aurora, OR13 programs
- Beaverton, OR11 programs
- Boring, OR11 programs
- Scappoose, OR9 programs
- Albany, OR7 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Gaston
How many methadone treatment programs are near Gaston, OR?
4 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 25 miles of Gaston, OR; 4 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Gaston?
Tigard Comprehensive Treatment Center is the closest listed clinic, 17.7 miles from Gaston by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Gaston accept Medicaid?
3 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Gaston also offer buprenorphine?
4 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Gaston itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Gaston itself.