Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Wells, TX
If you live in Wells, Texas, there is 1 certified opioid treatment program within 25 miles. The closest facility is 15.5 miles away, so plan for a drive to attend dosing appointments and counseling sessions. Methadone treatment can be a steady, structured path toward recovery, and knowing your nearest option makes planning easier. This page offers helpful guidance on getting started.
Clinics by distance from Wells
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- Center
- Wells city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Wells
1 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 15.5 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
MedMark Treatment Centers
216 North John Redditt Drive
Lufkin, TX 75904- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 25 mi
- 1
- to the nearest program
- 15.5 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 1
- people in Wells
- 853
What methadone treatment is
Methadone is available only through certified opioid treatment programs for the purpose of treating opioid use disorder. Patients cannot obtain it through a standard pharmacy prescription for addiction care. That restriction reflects how the medication is regulated federally, and it means people in Wells who want this treatment must register with a licensed clinic, such as those serving Texas.
Your first visit
First-time patients at methadone clinics should come prepared with identification, insurance information if available, and a list of any medications they currently take. In Wells, the intake visit usually includes a medical evaluation and a discussion of treatment history with a counselor. The information gathered helps clinical staff determine whether methadone treatment is appropriate and design a starting plan.
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 Wells 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
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
Insurance coverage for methadone treatment differs by plan. Many clinics accept Medicaid or private insurance, and some offer payment options for those without coverage. Contact the clinic's billing office or your insurer to confirm what is covered before your first visit.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you accept Medicaid for methadone treatment?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
- What documents do I need to bring to enroll?
- Do you treat pregnant patients in your program?
- 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 Wells
How many methadone treatment programs are near Wells, TX?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 25 miles of Wells, TX; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Wells?
MedMark Treatment Centers is the closest listed clinic, 15.5 miles from Wells by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Wells accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Wells also offer buprenorphine?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Wells itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Wells itself.