Methadone Clinic Union, WV

Fmrs Health Systems Inc Monroe County Office

Fmrs Health Systems Inc Monroe County Office is a methadone clinic in Union, WV. It is situated in Monroe County at Middle Street, 24983 zip. Fmrs Health Systems Inc Monroe County Office provides outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, regular outpatient treatment and outpatient treatment. Fmrs Health Systems Inc Monroe County Office provides relapse prevention from naltrexone and naltrexone administration. Other than methadone treatment, Fmrs Health Systems Inc Monroe County Office offers hepatitis education, counseling and support, group counseling and HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling. Fmrs Health Systems Inc Monroe County Office provides medication-assisted treatment to women and men.

FAQs for a Methadone Clinic in Union, WV:

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

  Treatment at a suboxone clinic in Union 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 Union?

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

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

  Each methadone clinic in Union 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 Union always done on a residential basis?

  The short answer is no. Methadone treatment services in Union 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 Union?

  There are a total of 3 medication assisted therapies that can be received in Union: 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.