Hawaii · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Paia, HI
If you live in Paia, HI and are looking for methadone treatment, knowing what is available nearby can make the process easier. There is 1 certified opioid treatment program within 10 miles of Paia. The closest one is about 7.4 miles away. This page can help you learn what to expect from local methadone treatment options and take the next step toward care.
Clinics by distance from Paia
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- Center
- Paia city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Paia
1 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 7.4 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Maui Champ Clinic Inc
270 Waiehu Beach Road, Suite 115
Wailuku, HI 96793- Methadone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 1
- to the nearest program
- 7.4 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 0
- people in Paia
- 2,470
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 39
What methadone treatment is
Unlike pain medications taken on an as-needed schedule, methadone for addiction treatment is dispensed once a day in a precise dose determined by medical staff. Its long half-life means one dose can control withdrawal symptoms for a full day. This daily structure is a core feature of the treatment model used at clinics near Paia and across Hawaii.
Your first visit
During the first visit to a Paia 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 Hawaii
One of the first things new patients ask about is payment. Clinics near Paia commonly accept Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay patients. Hawaii implemented the ACA Medicaid expansion, so many adults who were previously ineligible now qualify for coverage. If you are unsure about your status, the clinic staff can often help you figure out what applies to you.
Take-home doses
Many people starting methadone treatment in Hawaii 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
Before enrolling, ask each clinic how new patients are admitted, whether there is a waitlist, and what documents to bring. Knowing the intake process in advance makes your first appointment smoother and helps you compare programs near Paia.
Questions to ask a clinic
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- Are there waitlists to start treatment right now?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
- How long does the intake process usually take?
- 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 Hawaii
- certified programs listed in Hawaii
- 4
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 100%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Aiea, HI2 programs
- Hilo, HI1 program
- Kahului, HI1 program
Questions about methadone clinics near Paia
How many methadone treatment programs are near Paia, HI?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 10 miles of Paia, HI; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Paia?
Maui Champ Clinic Inc is the closest listed clinic, 7.4 miles from Paia by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Paia accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 10 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Paia also offer buprenorphine?
0 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Paia itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Paia itself.