Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Perrin, TX
Residents of Perrin, TX can access 1 certified opioid treatment program within 25 miles. The closest program is 23.7 miles away, so expect a longer drive for regular visits. Certified programs combine methadone with counseling and support for opioid use disorder. This page provides information to help you start your recovery journey with confidence.
Clinics by distance from Perrin
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
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- Perrin city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Perrin
1 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 23.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
North Texas Addiction Counseling and
1506 Mineral Wells Highway
Weatherford, TX 76086- 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
- 23.7 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 1
- people in Perrin
- 346
What methadone treatment is
The goal of methadone treatment is stabilization. When taken as prescribed, it quiets the cycle of withdrawal and craving that drives much of the harm linked to opioid addiction. People can then work, care for family, and attend counseling. Clinics near Perrin monitor each patient's response and adjust the dose over time within standards set for programs in Texas.
Your first visit
Starting methadone treatment begins with an intake appointment at a licensed clinic. In Perrin, 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 Texas
Paying for methadone treatment often depends on insurance status. Some private health plans cover opioid treatment programs, and Medicaid may help those who qualify. Because Texas has not adopted the ACA Medicaid expansion, coverage options for low-income adults in Perrin can be limited, so checking eligibility and clinic payment policies early is a practical step.
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
Your first appointment usually includes a comprehensive assessment covering medical history, substance use history, and current health status. Bring identification, insurance information if applicable, and a list of any medications you take. Clinics near Perrin will explain their specific requirements.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you accept Medicaid for methadone treatment?
- How long does the intake process usually take?
- What support services do you offer beyond medication?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
- What are your clinic hours each day?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
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 Perrin
How many methadone treatment programs are near Perrin, TX?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 25 miles of Perrin, TX; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Perrin?
North Texas Addiction Counseling and is the closest listed clinic, 23.7 miles from Perrin by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Perrin accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Perrin also offer buprenorphine?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Perrin itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Perrin itself.