Idaho · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Star, ID
People in Star, ID have several certified methadone programs to choose from nearby. There are 5 certified opioid treatment programs within 25 miles of the city. The closest one is about 7.5 miles from Star, which keeps travel relatively short for regular visits. Comparing programs can help you find the right fit for your needs.
Clinics by distance from Star
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Renewed Hope7.5 mi
- 2BHG Meridian Treatment Center10.7 mi
- 3Raise the Bottom Training and11.1 mi
- 4Raise the Bottom Training and12.4 mi
- 5BHG Boise Treatment Center13.0 mi
- Center
- Star city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Star
5 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 7.5 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Renewed Hope
1550 North Crestmont Drive, Suite A
Meridian, ID 83642- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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2 10.7 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
BHG Meridian Treatment Center
2275 South Eagle Road, Suite 190
Meridian, ID 83642- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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3 11.1 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Raise the Bottom Training and
1603 12th Avenue Road, Unit B
Nampa, ID 83686- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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4 12.4 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Raise the Bottom Training and
9196 West Barnes Drive
Boise, ID 83709- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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5 13.0 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
BHG Boise Treatment Center
92 South Cole Road
Boise, ID 83709- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 5
- to the nearest program
- 7.5 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 5
- also offer buprenorphine
- 5
- people in Star
- 11,117
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 27
What methadone treatment is
Methadone treatment falls under a special category of care called opioid treatment programs, which are licensed and regulated more strictly than ordinary medical practices. The medication must be dispensed, not prescribed for home use at the start. Anyone seeking this care in Star will enroll at a certified program that operates under both federal rules and Idaho oversight.
Your first visit
The first day of treatment looks different from a regular dosing day. At methadone clinics in Idaho, 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 Idaho
Affording methadone treatment in Star often comes down to insurance status. Idaho Medicaid covers many adults after the state's expansion, including substance use disorder care. Private insurers frequently cover treatment as well. For those paying directly, clinics may quote rates per visit or per week.
Take-home doses
Some patients in Idaho dose in person every day; others carry medication home for several days at a time. The difference comes down to clinic policy and individual circumstances. Federal rules set the maximums, including up to four weeks of take-home doses from day thirty-one, but each program decides how far within those limits to go.
Choosing a clinic
Paying for methadone treatment varies by clinic. Some centers in Idaho accept insurance, including Medicaid, while others offer self-pay rates or sliding-scale fees. Ask about costs, coverage, and any additional fees for counseling or drug screenings before you commit.
Questions to ask a clinic
- What should I expect during my first visit?
- What support services do you offer beyond medication?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- Do you treat pregnant patients in your program?
- 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 Idaho
- certified programs listed in Idaho
- 13
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 100%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Caldwell, ID5 programs
- Emmett, ID5 programs
- Garden City, ID5 programs
- Melba, ID5 programs
- Post Falls, ID4 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Star
How many methadone treatment programs are near Star, ID?
5 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 25 miles of Star, ID; 4 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Star?
Renewed Hope is the closest listed clinic, 7.5 miles from Star by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Star accept Medicaid?
5 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Star also offer buprenorphine?
5 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Star itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Star itself.