New Jersey · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Lakewood, NJ
This page helps individuals in Lakewood, NJ find methadone treatment options. There are 5 certified opioid treatment programs within 10 miles of Lakewood, and the nearest one is 4.1 miles away. These programs offer medication-assisted treatment combined with counseling and recovery support. Reviewing your choices can help you select care that fits your needs.
Clinics by distance from Lakewood
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Monmouth Healthcare Services LLC4.1 mi
- 2Ocean Monmouth Care LLC5.6 mi
- 3Sunrise Detox7.7 mi
- 4Suburban Health Clinic of Toms River8.6 mi
- 5Integrity House9.6 mi
- Center
- Lakewood city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Lakewood
5 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 4.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Monmouth Healthcare Services LLC
495 Jack Martin Boulevard, Unit 6
Brick, NJ 08724- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 5.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Ocean Monmouth Care LLC
150 Brick Boulevard
Brick, NJ 08723- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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3 7.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Sunrise Detox
16 Whitesville Road, Suite C
Toms River, NJ 08753- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Cash / self-pay
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4 8.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Suburban Health Clinic of Toms River
10 Mule Road
Toms River, NJ 08755- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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5 9.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Integrity House
310 Main Street, Suite 6
Toms River, NJ 08753- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 5
- to the nearest program
- 4.1 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 4
- also offer buprenorphine
- 5
- people in Lakewood
- 69,398
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 110
What methadone treatment is
Methadone is one of three medications approved in the United States to treat opioid use disorder, alongside buprenorphine and naltrexone. It is a full opioid agonist, meaning it activates the brain's opioid receptors in a controlled, steady way. This steadiness helps prevent withdrawal and cravings, allowing people in Lakewood to focus on recovery rather than daily symptoms.
Your first visit
Starting methadone treatment begins with an intake appointment at a licensed clinic. In Lakewood, this first visit typically involves completing forms, meeting with medical staff, and undergoing an initial assessment. Clinics follow federal guidelines established under SAMHSA oversight. Patients should arrive early, bring identification, and be prepared to discuss their health history honestly and completely with staff.
Paying for methadone in New Jersey
Paying for care in Lakewood usually involves a mix of insurance and patient contributions. Medicaid in New Jersey covers methadone treatment for eligible members, and the state's expansion means most low-income adults qualify. Private plans commonly cover medication-assisted treatment too, though copays vary. When you contact a clinic, ask for a clear breakdown of fees, what insurance is accepted, and whether any financial aid is offered.
Take-home doses
A clinic's practitioner weighs the benefits and risks before allowing medication to leave the premises. Considerations include whether the patient attends regularly, avoids substance use and behavioral problems, has not diverted medication recently, and can store doses safely at home. Policies vary between programs, so patients should confirm how each clinic applies the federal rule.
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 happens if I miss a dose one day?
- Is counseling included with the medication program?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
- Do you treat pregnant patients in your program?
- What are your clinic hours each day?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
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 New Jersey
- certified programs listed in New Jersey
- 69
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 86%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Hoboken, NJ69 programs
- Camden, NJ30 programs
- Demarest, NJ26 programs
- Garwood, NJ14 programs
- Burlington, NJ8 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Lakewood
How many methadone treatment programs are near Lakewood, NJ?
5 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Lakewood, NJ; 3 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Lakewood?
Monmouth Healthcare Services LLC is the closest listed clinic, 4.1 miles from Lakewood by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Lakewood accept Medicaid?
4 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Lakewood also offer buprenorphine?
5 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Lakewood itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Lakewood itself.