California · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Ukiah, CA
For people in Ukiah, CA seeking methadone treatment, help is extremely close to home. There is 1 certified opioid treatment program within 10 miles of Ukiah. The closest one is only about 0.3 miles away. This page offers information to help you understand your options and take the next step.
Clinics by distance from Ukiah
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
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- Ukiah city center (Census point)
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- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Ukiah
1 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 0.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
New Life Health Authority
280 East Standley Street
Ukiah, CA 95482- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 1
- to the nearest program
- 0.3 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 1
- people in Ukiah
- 16,607
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 40
What methadone treatment is
Methadone is one of three medications approved in the United States to treat opioid use disorder, alongside buprenorphine and naltrexone. It is a full opioid agonist, meaning it activates the brain's opioid receptors in a controlled, steady way. This steadiness helps prevent withdrawal and cravings, allowing people in Ukiah to focus on recovery rather than daily symptoms.
Your first visit
New patient intake at a Ukiah clinic is designed to establish a safe treatment plan. Staff collect details about current and past medication use, overall health, and treatment history. Blood work or other lab tests may be ordered. A clinician determines the starting methadone dose, which is often low and adjusted over time based on how the patient responds.
Paying for methadone in California
Many residents of Ukiah qualify for Medi-Cal, which can significantly reduce the cost of methadone treatment. Because California adopted the Affordable Care Act's Medicaid expansion, adults with incomes up to a set threshold are generally eligible for coverage. Treatment typically includes daily medication visits and counseling, both of which may be billed to the program. If you do not have Medi-Cal, ask clinics about other insurance they accept or about self-pay pricing.
Take-home doses
Not every patient starts with take-home doses, even though federal rules permit them from the first day of treatment when a clinic practitioner judges the benefits outweigh the risks. Many programs in Ukiah ask new patients to dose in person at first. Each clinic sets its own policy within the federal limits, so it is worth asking directly.
Choosing a clinic
Methadone treatment is regulated at the federal level, and clinics must be certified to dispense the medication. Confirming that a program in California is a licensed opioid treatment program protects you and ensures access to standardized care.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
- How much does treatment cost with insurance?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
- Is counseling included with the medication program?
- What happens if I miss a dose one day?
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 California
- certified programs listed in California
- 161
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 81%
Places with the most programs nearby
- San Fernando, CA16 programs
- Huntington Park, CA13 programs
- Alameda, CA11 programs
- Cypress, CA10 programs
- Palmdale, CA7 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Ukiah
How many methadone treatment programs are near Ukiah, CA?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 10 miles of Ukiah, CA; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Ukiah?
New Life Health Authority is the closest listed clinic, 0.3 miles from Ukiah by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Ukiah accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 10 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Ukiah also offer buprenorphine?
1 listed clinic within 10 miles has confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Ukiah itself?
Yes. At least one clinic shown has a listed address in Ukiah.