Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Laredo, TX
People in Laredo, TX have a very convenient option for methadone treatment. There is 1 certified opioid treatment program within 25 miles, located only 1.0 mile away. Being so close can make it easier to attend regular medication visits and counseling sessions. This local program may be a strong starting point for your recovery.
Clinics by distance from Laredo
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- Center
- Laredo city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Laredo
1 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 1.0 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
AAMA Inc
1205 East Hillside Road, Suite B
Laredo, TX 78041- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 1
- to the nearest program
- 1.0 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 1
- people in Laredo
- 255,205
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 15
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 Laredo, and similar protocols apply at opioid treatment programs throughout Texas.
Your first visit
The first day of treatment looks different from a regular dosing day. At methadone clinics in Texas, the initial visit involves completing an intake assessment, meeting medical staff, and learning program rules. Patients are typically observed after receiving early doses to monitor how the medication affects them. Planning for a longer stay at the clinic on this first day is wise.
Paying for methadone in Texas
Methadone treatment is generally an ongoing expense rather than a one-time cost. Patients typically pay per dose or per week, along with any counseling or screening fees. People in Laredo who use insurance should confirm that the Texas clinic is in network; those paying cash should ask about fees and any available reductions.
Take-home doses
Many people starting methadone treatment in Texas dose at the clinic daily at first, but federal rules allow take-home doses from day one in some cases. The clinic's medical director or practitioner must judge that the benefits outweigh the risks. Clinics apply the federal rule differently, so a patient's schedule can vary from one program to the next.
Choosing a clinic
Finding the right methadone clinic in Laredo starts with confirming that the program is licensed and follows federal treatment standards. Accredited clinics provide medication along with counseling and regular assessments, so it is worth asking each center about its services before enrolling.
Questions to ask a clinic
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- Are there waitlists to start treatment right now?
- How long does the intake process usually take?
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
- What documents do I need to bring to enroll?
- What should I expect during my first visit?
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 Laredo
How many methadone treatment programs are near Laredo, TX?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 25 miles of Laredo, TX; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Laredo?
AAMA Inc is the closest listed clinic, 1.0 miles from Laredo by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Laredo accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Laredo also offer buprenorphine?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Laredo itself?
Yes. At least one clinic shown has a listed address in Laredo.