Texas · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Winona, TX
Winona, Texas residents seeking methadone treatment have 1 certified opioid treatment program within 25 miles. The closest program is about 22.2 miles away. Certified treatment centers provide methadone along with counseling and ongoing support services. Understanding the travel time involved can help you plan for the regular visits that treatment typically requires.
Clinics by distance from Winona
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
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- Winona city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
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- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Winona
1 listed within 25 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 22.2 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
- 22.2 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 1
- also offer buprenorphine
- 0
- people in Winona
- 623
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 21
What methadone treatment is
It is important to understand that methadone is not simply swapping one addiction for another. A properly dosed maintenance medication does not produce euphoria in tolerant patients and allows normal functioning. Federal guidance treats methadone as evidence-based medical care for opioid use disorder, and programs near Winona follow that framework when serving patients in Texas.
Your first visit
Starting methadone treatment begins with an intake appointment at a licensed clinic. In Winona, this first visit typically involves completing forms, meeting with medical staff, and undergoing an initial assessment. Clinics follow federal guidelines established under SAMHSA oversight. Patients should arrive early, bring identification, and be prepared to discuss their health history honestly and completely with staff.
Paying for methadone in Texas
Paying for care is a common concern when starting methadone treatment. Costs typically involve a fee for each dosing visit plus charges for counseling and monitoring. Insurance may offset these expenses. People in Winona are encouraged to ask Texas clinics about accepted payment methods, insurance networks, and any help for patients who cannot afford the full fee.
Take-home doses
New patients often ask when they can stop visiting the clinic every day. Federal rules permit take-home doses from the very first day when the medical director or practitioner judges the benefits outweigh the risks, but many programs in Texas still have new patients dose in person daily at first. Ask each clinic how it applies the rule.
Choosing a clinic
Methadone is a long-acting opioid medication used to treat opioid use disorder. Taken as prescribed at a licensed clinic, it reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings without producing the euphoria associated with misuse. It is one of several evidence-based medication options recognized by SAMHSA.
Questions to ask a clinic
- Do you accept Medicaid for methadone treatment?
- How long does the intake process usually take?
- What should I expect during my first visit?
- Can I transfer my treatment from another clinic?
- Is counseling included with the medication program?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
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 Winona
How many methadone treatment programs are near Winona, TX?
1 certified opioid treatment program is listed within 25 miles of Winona, TX; 1 confirms it offers methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Winona?
East Texas Clinic Inc is the closest listed clinic, 22.2 miles from Winona by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Winona accept Medicaid?
1 listed clinic within 25 miles has confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Winona also offer buprenorphine?
0 listed clinics within 25 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Winona itself?
No clinic shown has a listed address in Winona itself.