Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Geronimo, TX
Residents of Geronimo, Texas who are seeking methadone treatment have one certified option within reach. Within 25 miles of Geronimo, there is 1 certified opioid treatment program. The closest one is about 9.1 miles away, making it a fairly short drive for regular visits. Reaching out to that program can help you learn about intake, dosing, and counseling services. Since there is only one program nearby, contacting it early can help you plan your treatment schedule.
Clinics by distance from Geronimo
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- Center
- Geronimo city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Geronimo
1 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 9.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
River City Rehabilitation Center Inc
1149 South Academy Avenue
New Braunfels, TX 78130- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 1
- to the nearest program
- 9.1 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 0
- also offer buprenorphine
- 1
- people in Geronimo
- 1,097
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 12
What methadone treatment is
Methadone treatment falls under a special category of care called opioid treatment programs, which are licensed and regulated more strictly than ordinary medical practices. The medication must be dispensed, not prescribed for home use at the start. Anyone seeking this care in Geronimo will enroll at a certified program that operates under both federal rules and Texas oversight.
Your first visit
Intake at a methadone clinic involves several steps that cannot be rushed. During a first visit in Geronimo, patients usually meet with a nurse or counselor, complete health questionnaires, and provide identification. A physician must often approve treatment before the first dose. Because of the required evaluations, new patients should plan to spend several hours at the clinic.
Paying for methadone in Texas
The total cost of methadone care includes more than the medication. Intake medical exams, counseling sessions, and periodic drug screens may be billed separately or included in a package fee. People considering treatment in Geronimo should ask each Texas clinic for a complete list of charges so there are no surprises later.
Take-home doses
Before approving take-home doses, a clinic considers whether medication can be safely transported and stored at home. Safe storage matters because methadone can be dangerous to others, especially children, if ingested accidentally. Patients approved for take-homes are expected to keep their doses secure and to follow the program's handling rules.
Choosing a clinic
Daily clinic attendance is standard when starting methadone. If your schedule is tight, ask about dosing hours and how early the clinic opens. Flexible hours can make it easier to keep appointments while working or attending school in Geronimo.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Are there waitlists to start treatment right now?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
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 Geronimo
How many methadone treatment programs are near Geronimo, TX?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 25 miles of Geronimo, TX; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Geronimo?
River City Rehabilitation Center Inc is the closest listed clinic, 9.1 miles from Geronimo by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Geronimo accept Medicaid?
0 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Geronimo also offer buprenorphine?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Geronimo itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Geronimo itself.