New Jersey · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Longport, NJ
If you are in Longport, New Jersey and looking for methadone treatment, there are 3 certified opioid treatment programs within 10 miles. The closest program is approximately 4.9 miles away, which means a short drive for regular visits. Methadone programs pair medication with counseling and support to help people address opioid dependence. Use this page to explore the options available near Longport and take a first step.
Clinics by distance from Longport
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
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- Longport city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Longport
3 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 4.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Atlanticare Behavorial Health
13 North Hartford Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 4.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Enlightened Recovery
1501 North Albany Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Cash / self-pay
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3 5.8 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
John Brooks Recovery Center
660 Black Horse Pike
Pleasantville, NJ 08232- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 3
- to the nearest program
- 4.9 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 2
- also offer buprenorphine
- 3
- people in Longport
- 893
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 100
What methadone treatment is
Opioid use disorder is a treatable medical condition, and methadone is a proven option for managing it. The medication does not cure the disorder on its own; it works best when combined with counseling and regular clinic visits. In Longport, treatment programs pair daily medication with support services so patients in New Jersey can rebuild stability in their lives.
Your first visit
An intake appointment at a New Jersey methadone clinic serves as the foundation for treatment. Staff document the patient's medical background, substance use history, and current health status. The visit also covers program expectations, including daily attendance during the early phase of treatment. Because methadone is regulated as a controlled medication, the first visit includes several required verification steps.
Paying for methadone in New Jersey
Worries about cost keep some people from seeking treatment in Longport, but coverage options are broad. New Jersey implemented the ACA Medicaid expansion, so many adults with low incomes can get insurance that pays for methadone and counseling. Employers and marketplace plans often cover it as well. If you remain uninsured, ask clinics directly about self-pay rates and any financial assistance programs they participate in.
Take-home doses
Many people starting methadone treatment in New Jersey 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
Choosing a clinic means weighing practical factors: location relative to home or work, dosing hours, counseling options, staff qualifications, and fee structure. Visiting a center near Longport or speaking with staff can help you decide whether the program fits your needs.
Questions to ask a clinic
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- What are the rules around take-home medication privileges?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- Do you treat pregnant patients in your program?
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 Longport
How many methadone treatment programs are near Longport, NJ?
3 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Longport, NJ; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Longport?
Atlanticare Behavorial Health is the closest listed clinic, 4.9 miles from Longport by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Longport accept Medicaid?
2 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Longport also offer buprenorphine?
3 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Longport itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Longport itself.