Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Richmond, TX
People in Richmond, Texas have access to 8 certified opioid treatment programs within 25 miles of the city. The nearest one is about 17.6 miles away, so some travel will be involved in attending regular appointments. With several programs in the area, you can compare options to find the best match. This page provides helpful information for beginning methadone treatment near Richmond.
Clinics by distance from Richmond
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Toxicology Associates Inc17.6 mi
- 2Adult Rehabilitation Services Inc18.0 mi
- 3Texas Clinic Westview20.9 mi
- 4Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center23.8 mi
- 5Symetria Recovery23.9 mi
- 6Texas Treatment Centers Inc24.4 mi
- 7Pursuit of Hope Group LLC24.6 mi
- 8El Dorado Texas Community Services24.8 mi
- Center
- Richmond city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Richmond
8 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 17.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Toxicology Associates Inc
6910 Bellaire Boulevard, Suite 13
Houston, TX 77074- Methadone
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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2 18.0 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Adult Rehabilitation Services Inc
6612 Hornwood Drive, Suite C
Houston, TX 77074- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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3 20.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Texas Clinic Westview
1416 B Campbell Road, Suite 200
Houston, TX 77055- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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4 23.8 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center
2002 Holcombe Boulevard
Houston, TX 77030- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Cash / self-pay
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5 23.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Symetria Recovery
17347 Village Green Drive, Suite 104
Houston, TX 77040- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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6 24.4 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Texas Treatment Centers Inc
4800 West 34th Street, Suite B-3
Houston, TX 77092- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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7 24.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Pursuit of Hope Group LLC
2620 Cullen Parkway, Suite 216
Pearland, TX 77581- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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8 24.8 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
El Dorado Texas Community Services
1213 Durham Drive
Houston, TX 77007- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 8
- to the nearest program
- 17.6 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 4
- also offer buprenorphine
- 7
- people in Richmond
- 11,627
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 58
What methadone treatment is
Methadone itself is a synthetic opioid developed originally as a pain medication. In addiction treatment, it serves as a maintenance medication: patients take a stable daily dose instead of using short-acting opioids that cause rapid highs and lows. This substitution approach is sometimes called opioid maintenance, and it remains a standard offering at treatment programs near Richmond and throughout Texas.
Your first visit
New patients in Texas typically complete an intake process before receiving their first dose of methadone. This includes a health assessment, questions about substance use history, and a discussion of counseling options. Federal and state rules apply to starting treatment, so clinics follow specific steps during the first visit. Expect the appointment to take a significant portion of the day.
Paying for methadone in Texas
Medicaid coverage for methadone treatment is available to eligible residents of Texas, though the state has not expanded Medicaid to most low-income adults without children. People in Richmond who think they may qualify can apply through the state benefits office. Clinics that accept Medicaid can confirm coverage before treatment begins.
Take-home doses
Take-home doses let patients in Richmond carry their methadone from the clinic instead of dosing in person every day. Under a federal rule updated in 2024, take-homes can begin as early as the first day of treatment when the clinic's medical director judges the benefits outweigh the risks. Each program sets its own policy within federal limits, so asking ahead is wise.
Choosing a clinic
Methadone must be taken exactly as prescribed. Because it is a long-acting medication, combining it with other sedatives or adjusting your dose on your own can be dangerous. Clinic staff monitor dosing and can answer questions about safe use.
Questions to ask a clinic
- What should I expect during my first visit?
- Do you treat pregnant patients in your program?
- What support services do you offer beyond medication?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- How long before I can earn take-home privileges?
- Do you provide mental health screening and referrals?
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 Richmond
How many methadone treatment programs are near Richmond, TX?
8 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 25 miles of Richmond, TX; 8 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Richmond?
Toxicology Associates Inc is the closest listed clinic, 17.6 miles from Richmond by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Richmond accept Medicaid?
4 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Richmond also offer buprenorphine?
7 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Richmond itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Richmond itself.