Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Huntington, TX
Huntington, TX, is a small town with a population of about 2025 residents. People looking for methadone treatment in the area have 1 certified opioid treatment program within 25 miles of Huntington. The nearest program is roughly 11 miles away, so treatment is available within a reasonable drive from home. This page provides an overview of local treatment options for opioid use disorder, helping you understand what is available nearby and how to start the process of finding care that fits your needs.
Clinics by distance from Huntington
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- Center
- Huntington city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Huntington
1 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 11.4 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
MedMark Treatment Centers
216 North John Redditt Drive
Lufkin, TX 75904- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 1
- to the nearest program
- 11.4 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 1
- people in Huntington
- 2,025
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 Huntington considering treatment can discuss with a Texas licensed program whether this option fits their situation.
Your first visit
During the first visit to a Huntington 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 Texas
Coverage for methadone treatment depends on several factors: your insurance plan, your income, and the policies of the clinic you choose. Because Texas has not expanded Medicaid, some adults with low incomes may not qualify for public coverage. Huntington residents can explore marketplace plans, clinic payment plans, and charitable or state-funded programs.
Take-home doses
One benefit built into federal rules is coverage for days the clinic is closed. Patients may receive take-home doses for a weekend day or holiday regardless of how long they have been in treatment. This applies in Huntington and elsewhere, and each program decides how to handle it within federal guidelines.
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
- What documents do I need to bring to enroll?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
- Are there waitlists to start treatment right now?
- Do you offer same-day admission for new patients?
- Can I get take-home doses while traveling?
- How long does the intake process usually take?
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 Huntington
How many methadone treatment programs are near Huntington, TX?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 25 miles of Huntington, TX; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Huntington?
MedMark Treatment Centers is the closest listed clinic, 11.4 miles from Huntington by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Huntington accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Huntington also offer buprenorphine?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Huntington itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Huntington itself.