Virginia · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Glen Allen, VA
For those in Glen Allen, VA exploring methadone treatment, there are many certified programs in the area. There are 6 certified opioid treatment programs within 10 miles of the city, and the closest is about 4.5 miles away. With several choices available, you can look for the program that best fits your needs. This page is here to help you get started.
Clinics by distance from Glen Allen
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1River City4.5 mi
- 2River City4.7 mi
- 3BHG Glen Allen Treatment Center5.3 mi
- 4Sellati and Co Inc5.7 mi
- 5FCCR Radford5.9 mi
- 6Richmond Treatment Center8.2 mi
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- Glen Allen city center (Census point)
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- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Glen Allen
6 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 4.5 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
River City
2810 North Parham Road
Henrico, VA 23294- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Cash / self-pay
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2 4.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
River City
2604 North Parham Road
Henrico, VA 23294- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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3 5.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
BHG Glen Allen Treatment Center
4200 Parkplace Court
Glen Allen, VA 23060- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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4 5.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Sellati and Co Inc
4926 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Cash / self-pay
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5 5.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
FCCR Radford
4906 Radford Avenue
Richmond, VA 23230- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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6 8.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Richmond Treatment Center
3021 Mechanicsville Turnpike
Richmond, VA 23223- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 6
- to the nearest program
- 4.5 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 6
- also offer buprenorphine
- 5
- people in Glen Allen
- 16,187
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 54
What methadone treatment is
Because methadone affects the same brain systems as other opioids, dosing must be individualized and supervised by medical professionals. Starting doses are deliberately low and raised gradually based on each patient's response. This careful titration is a safety feature built into every licensed program in Glen Allen, and similar protocols apply at opioid treatment programs throughout Virginia.
Your first visit
The first visit to an opioid treatment program is primarily informational and evaluative. Patients in Glen Allen completing intake will meet nurses and counselors, review consent forms, and undergo health screening. Clinicians explain how methadone works and what daily visits will involve. Questions about take-home privileges, fees, and counseling can usually be addressed during or shortly after this appointment.
Paying for methadone in Virginia
For many people in Glen Allen, Medicaid is the main way to pay for methadone treatment. Virginia's expansion extended coverage to most adults below a set income level. If you do not qualify, ask about self-pay discounts or installment plans. Each clinic sets its own billing practices, so comparing answers from several programs can clarify your options.
Take-home doses
Clinics have flexibility in how they apply the federal take-home rule. Some allow medication to leave the clinic early in treatment; others prefer daily visits until patients establish a record of regular attendance and stability. The federal rule sets the outer limits, but each program's own policy determines what a patient can expect.
Choosing a clinic
Methadone is a long-acting opioid medication used to treat opioid use disorder. Taken as prescribed at a licensed clinic, it reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings without producing the euphoria associated with misuse. It is one of several evidence-based medication options recognized by SAMHSA.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Is counseling included with the medication program?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- What should I expect during my first visit?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- What are the rules around take-home medication privileges?
- How long before I can earn take-home 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 Virginia
- certified programs listed in Virginia
- 46
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 98%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Arlington, VA9 programs
- Norfolk, VA7 programs
- Glen Allen, VA6 programs
- Stephens City, VA5 programs
- Fries, VA3 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Glen Allen
How many methadone treatment programs are near Glen Allen, VA?
6 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Glen Allen, VA; 3 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Glen Allen?
River City is the closest listed clinic, 4.5 miles from Glen Allen by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Glen Allen accept Medicaid?
6 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Glen Allen also offer buprenorphine?
5 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Glen Allen itself?
Yes. At least one clinic shown has a listed address in Glen Allen.