Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Tatum, TX
Tatum, TX residents considering methadone treatment should be prepared for a longer trip to the nearest program. There is 1 certified opioid treatment program within 25 miles of the city, located approximately 20.9 miles away. Certified programs deliver supervised medication alongside counseling and other recovery services. Planning for regular visits will be an important consideration for Tatum residents starting treatment.
Clinics by distance from Tatum
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
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- Tatum city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Tatum
1 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 20.9 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
East Texas Clinic Inc
201 Pine Tree Road
Longview, TX 75604- Methadone
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 1
- to the nearest program
- 20.9 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 0
- people in Tatum
- 1,342
What methadone treatment is
Methadone is a schedule II controlled substance, meaning it has accepted medical uses but also a regulated potential for dependence. In the treatment setting, this classification translates into strict dispensing, record-keeping, and monitoring requirements. Patients in Tatum receive individualized doses from medical staff rather than handling the medication themselves at first, consistent with regulations enforced in Texas and nationally.
Your first visit
The first visit to a methadone clinic near Tatum is an intake, not a treatment session. Staff review the patient's medical and substance use history, perform basic health checks, and explain program rules. Patients may be asked about prior treatment attempts and current medications. If approved, dosing can sometimes begin the same day, depending on the assessment.
Paying for methadone in Texas
Most methadone clinics charge a fee for each visit, which typically covers the medication and any required services. Patients in Tatum commonly pay weekly or monthly. Insurance, including Medicaid or marketplace plans, may reduce out-of-pocket costs. Contacting clinics and insurers before the first appointment can help you understand what you will owe.
Take-home doses
Patients who travel or work irregular hours often value take-home doses, which reduce the need for daily clinic visits. Federal rules cap how many days of medication can be carried at once, starting with up to a week in the first two weeks of treatment and increasing over time with clinic approval.
Choosing a clinic
Some clinics offer additional services such as primary care referrals, mental health support, prenatal care coordination, or recovery groups. If these matter to you, ask each program near Tatum what is available on-site or through partnerships.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you accept Medicaid for methadone treatment?
- What are your clinic hours each day?
- What documents do I need to bring to enroll?
- What support services do you offer beyond medication?
- How do you handle missed appointments or emergencies?
- 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 Tatum
How many methadone treatment programs are near Tatum, TX?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 25 miles of Tatum, TX; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Tatum?
East Texas Clinic Inc is the closest listed clinic, 20.9 miles from Tatum by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Tatum accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Tatum also offer buprenorphine?
0 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Tatum itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Tatum itself.