Methadone Clinic Luna County, NM

Presbyterian Medical Services (pms)

Presbyterian Medical Services pms is a methadone clinic in Luna County, NM. It is located at 901 West Hickory Street, 88030 zip. Presbyterian Medical Services pms provides regular outpatient treatment and outpatient treatment. Other than methadone treatment, Presbyterian Medical Services pms offers individual counseling, family counseling and substance use education. Presbyterian Medical Services pms provides medication-assisted services to men and women. Presbyterian Medical Services pms also supports Spanish patients for drug addiction treatment.

FAQs for a Methadone Clinic in Luna County, NM:

• What is the difference between suboxone and methadone treatment in Luna County?

  Treatment at a suboxone clinic in Luna County is often similar to the treatment received at a methadone clinic. Both of the medication assisted treatment options work by reducing narcotic and opioid cravings for those who are addicted. A big difference between suboxone and methadone is that suboxone can be prescribed by doctors, while methadone treatment needs to be received at a clinic.

• What other services are available at methadone clinics in Luna County?

  Services such as intervention, counseling, relapse prevention, behavior therapy and other support services are commonly found in methadone clinics throughout New Mexico. A methadone clinic may be part of a larger addiction treatment center, and as such, may have all of the services found in Luna County drug rehabs.

• Do I need to make an appointment before receiving methadone treatment?

  Each methadone clinic in Luna County has its own policy about what patients they will take. However, most clinics will accept both walk-ins and those who have made a previous appointment. It is usually a good idea to call ahead of time just to confirm availability.

• Is methadone treatment in Luna County always done on a residential basis?

  The short answer is no. Methadone treatment services in Luna County are available both in residential format, also known as inpatient, as well as outpatient format. Having both options allows addicted individuals to choose whether inpatient or outpatient clinical treatment will work better for their lifestyle.

• What medication assisted treatment options are available in Luna County?

  There are a total of 3 medication assisted therapies that can be received in Luna County: methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone) and Naltrexone. All three are approved by the FDA for drug addiction treatment. Methadone is the one that is most commonly used in addiction clinics.