Ohio · Opioid treatment programs
Methadone Clinics in Youngstown, OH
Youngstown, OH offers multiple methadone treatment options for people seeking help with opioid use disorder. Within 10 miles of Youngstown, there are 5 certified opioid treatment programs. The closest one is about 3.3 miles away. This page is meant to help you compare local choices and move forward with starting treatment.
Clinics by distance from Youngstown
Straight-line miles from the city center. Numbers match the list and cards below.
- 1Meridian Healthcare3.3 mi
- 2Pinnacle Treatment Centers OH VIII LLC3.5 mi
- 3BrightView Health5.0 mi
- 4BayMark Health Services of Ohio Inc7.6 mi
- 5Pinnacle Treatment Centers OH XX LLC N8.2 mi
- Center
- Youngstown city center (Census point)
- Rings
- Straight-line distance, not drive time
- Pins
- Programs, numbered nearest first
Treatment programs near Youngstown
5 listed within 10 miles. Services and payment are shown only where confirmed.
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1 3.3 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Meridian Healthcare
527 North Meridian Road
Youngstown, OH 44509- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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2 3.5 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Pinnacle Treatment Centers OH VIII LLC
3622 Belmont Avenue, Suite 21
Youngstown, OH 44505- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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3 5.0 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
BrightView Health
930 Trailwood Drive
Youngstown, OH 44512- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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4 7.6 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
BayMark Health Services of Ohio Inc
900 Sahara Trail
Youngstown, OH 44514- Methadone
- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Sliding scale
- Cash / self-pay
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5 8.2 miles
Certified opioid treatment program
Pinnacle Treatment Centers OH XX LLC N
336 Vienna Avenue
Niles, OH 44446- Buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Cash / self-pay
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At a glance
- programs within 10 mi
- 5
- to the nearest program
- 3.3 mi
- confirm Medicaid
- 5
- also offer buprenorphine
- 5
- people in Youngstown
- 60,068
- county overdose deaths, 12 months to March 2026
- 68
What methadone treatment is
Unlike pain medications taken on an as-needed schedule, methadone for addiction treatment is dispensed once a day in a precise dose determined by medical staff. Its long half-life means one dose can control withdrawal symptoms for a full day. This daily structure is a core feature of the treatment model used at clinics in Youngstown and across Ohio.
Your first visit
An intake appointment at a Ohio methadone clinic serves as the foundation for treatment. Staff document the patient's medical background, substance use history, and current health status. The visit also covers program expectations, including daily attendance during the early phase of treatment. Because methadone is regulated as a controlled medication, the first visit includes several required verification steps.
Paying for methadone in Ohio
Ohio's Medicaid expansion has made treatment coverage available to a broader group of adults, including many who previously did not qualify. If you live in Youngstown and have income near or below the expansion threshold, applying for Medicaid could cover methadone treatment and related services. Applications can be submitted online, by phone, or in person at a county assistance office, and approval is not guaranteed for everyone.
Take-home doses
One benefit built into federal rules is coverage for days the clinic is closed. Patients may receive take-home doses for a weekend day or holiday regardless of how long they have been in treatment. This applies in Youngstown and elsewhere, and each program decides how to handle it within federal guidelines.
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
- Is counseling included with the medication program?
- Is transportation assistance available for daily visits?
- Are there waitlists to start treatment right now?
- What support services do you offer beyond medication?
- How often do I need to visit the clinic?
- What should I expect during my first visit?
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 Ohio
- certified programs listed in Ohio
- 123
- of them confirm Medicaid
- 97%
Places with the most programs nearby
- Columbus, OH16 programs
- Cincinnati, OH13 programs
- Cleveland, OH10 programs
- Ross, OH8 programs
- Cuyahoga Falls, OH7 programs
Questions about methadone clinics near Youngstown
How many methadone treatment programs are near Youngstown, OH?
5 certified opioid treatment programs are listed within 10 miles of Youngstown, OH; 4 confirm they offer methadone.
Which methadone clinic is closest to Youngstown?
Meridian Healthcare is the closest listed clinic, 3.3 miles from Youngstown by straight-line distance.
Do methadone clinics near Youngstown accept Medicaid?
5 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed Medicaid acceptance. Contact a clinic to check current coverage.
Do methadone clinics near Youngstown also offer buprenorphine?
5 listed clinics within 10 miles have confirmed buprenorphine services.
Is there a methadone clinic in Youngstown itself?
Yes. At least one clinic shown has a listed address in Youngstown.