MAT Clinics in Maine: Methadone, Suboxone & Vivitrol Treatment
Looking for medication assisted treatment in Maine? This guide brings together 15 Medicare-enrolled methadone opioid treatment programs across 12 cities and towns, MaineCare payment information, buprenorphine and Vivitrol treatment options, and practical ways to find help. It also explains options in Maine counties without a listed OTP.
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Maine MAT at a Glance
What this means for you: Methadone services are concentrated in certain Maine communities, while MaineCare and office-based treatment can offer additional paths to care.
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Find MAT Clinics by City in Maine
Maine has 15 Medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program (OTP) locations in 12 cities and towns, according to the CMS September 8, 2026 file. The directory below shows the public listing addresses and numbers for each location, organized by city. These clinics can be starting points for methadone treatment inquiries.
Top Maine cities for methadone clinics
Maine methadone OTP directory: 12 cities and towns
Bangor — 3 OTPs
Acadia Healthcare – Bangor SAMHSA-certified OTP
268 Stillwater Ave, Bangor, ME 04401-3945
Metro Treatment of Maine LP SAMHSA-certified OTP
659 Hogan Rd, Bangor, ME 04401-3626
Calais — 1 OTP
Discovery House SAMHSA-certified OTP
12 Beech St, Unit 2, Calais, ME 04619-1203
Lewiston — 1 OTP
Merrimack River Medical Services SAMHSA-certified OTP
18 Mollison Way, Lewiston, ME 04240-5811
Manchester — 1 OTP
Everest Recovery Centers SAMHSA-certified OTP
16 Association Drive, Manchester, ME 04351
Portland — 1 OTP
Merrimack River Medical Services SAMHSA-certified OTP
2300 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102-1908
Presque Isle — 1 OTP
Rockland — 1 OTP
Metro Treatment of Maine LP SAMHSA-certified OTP
166 New County Rd, Rockland, ME 04841-5320
Rumford — 1 OTP
Discovery House SAMHSA-certified OTP
431 Franklin St, Ste 1, Rumford, ME 04276-2100
Saco — 1 OTP
Everest Recovery Centers SAMHSA-certified OTP
2 Lehner Rd, Saco, ME 04072-1836
South Portland — 2 OTPs
Everest Recovery Centers SAMHSA-certified OTP
127 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106-2647
Center for Behavioral Health Maine SAMHSA-certified OTP
400 Western Ave, South Portland, ME 04106-1704
Waterville — 1 OTP
Discovery House SAMHSA-certified OTP
40 Airport Rd, Waterville, ME 04901-4524
Westbrook — 1 OTP
CAP Quality Care SAMHSA-certified OTP
1 Delta Dr, Ste A, Westbrook, ME 04092-4745
Suboxone, buprenorphine and Vivitrol providers in Maine
For buprenorphine providers in Maine, ask a primary care clinician or contact an Opioid Health Home, which can connect MaineCare members with treatment and care coordination. You can also search FindTreatment.gov by ZIP code or call 211 Maine. Ask whether the provider offers buprenorphine, injectable medications, naltrexone or telehealth appointments.
OTP listings are based on the CMS Medicare Opioid Treatment Program Providers file, September 8, 2026. Call the facility to confirm intake, hours, and insurance.
MAT Treatment Options in Maine by Medication
Methadone clinics in Maine
Maine has 15 Medicare-enrolled methadone OTP locations. Bangor has three, South Portland has two, and ten other towns or cities have one each. Methadone for opioid use disorder is dispensed through certified OTPs, rather than an ordinary retail pharmacy prescription. Beginning care may mean frequent visits; later take-home schedules depend on clinical assessment and applicable rules.
The northernmost listed Maine location is in Presque Isle, and a Downeast location is listed in Calais. Travel can be challenging in inland or northern communities, especially during winter weather. Learn more about methadone treatment and how OTPs work.
Buprenorphine and Suboxone doctors in Maine
Buprenorphine treatment in Maine may be available through primary care, addiction medicine, and Opioid Health Homes. Maine DHHS recommends speaking with your primary care provider, contacting a local health-system provider line, or dialing 211 when online search is difficult. People looking for Suboxone doctors in Maine can also search by ZIP code at FindTreatment.gov.
A clinician assesses whether buprenorphine is suitable and which formulation to use. Counseling and other support can help but should not be presented as a prerequisite for receiving medication. See buprenorphine and Suboxone treatment and medication and counseling.
Long-acting buprenorphine: Sublocade and Brixadi
Long-acting buprenorphine injections may be worth discussing with a Maine prescriber if daily medication management is difficult. Sublocade and Brixadi have different clinical requirements and injection schedules; a qualified clinician determines eligibility and availability. They are not the same as methadone OTP dosing.
If you are using MaineCare, ask the clinic to check the specific medication and authorization process before arranging an injection visit. Maine Opioid Health Homes may be a useful starting point for navigating treatment services. Read the Sublocade guide and treatment-duration guide.
Naltrexone and Vivitrol in Maine
Vivitrol is an extended-release injectable form of naltrexone that may be used for opioid use disorder. Unlike methadone and buprenorphine, naltrexone is an opioid antagonist; a person needs an appropriate opioid-free period before starting it to avoid precipitated withdrawal.
MaineCare coverage for OUD medications includes naltrexone, but a Maine prescriber and plan can explain access, clinical suitability, and the formulation being considered. Ask providers found through Maine DHHS resources whether they offer Vivitrol appointments. See naltrexone and Vivitrol treatment and MAT versus MOUD.
| Medication | Where you get it in Maine | Visits at start | MaineCare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methadone | Certified OTP | Often frequent in-person dosing | Covered for OUD |
| Buprenorphine / Suboxone | Qualified prescriber or treatment program | Clinician-dependent | Covered for OUD |
| Sublocade / Brixadi | Qualified injection provider | Product- and clinician-dependent | Check product requirements |
| Naltrexone / Vivitrol | Qualified treatment provider | Assessment and opioid-free period | Covered for OUD |
Methadone (OTP) Rules in Maine
Maine methadone OTPs are state-licensed and operate under federal SAMHSA and DEA requirements, including 42 CFR Part 8. The 15 locations listed above are Medicare-enrolled locations in the CMS file, not a comprehensive inventory of every treatment type in Maine.
Starting methadone treatment
An OTP generally completes an assessment and reviews medication history and safety needs before establishing a dosing plan. For a Maine intake, consider bringing identification, an insurance card if available, your current medication list, and questions about transportation or scheduling. Confirm the specific program’s intake process directly.
Take-home doses and transfers
Federal 2024 OTP regulations allow greater clinical flexibility around take-home methadone decisions, but eligibility remains individualized and state requirements can apply. Ask a Maine program about its take-home criteria, guest dosing when traveling, and coordination if transferring between OTPs.
Paying for MAT in Maine
MaineCare: Medicaid and medication assisted treatment
Maine’s Medicaid program is called MaineCare. Maine expanded Medicaid after a November 2017 ballot initiative, implementing expansion on January 10, 2019, according to KFF. Medicaid coverage of medications for opioid use disorder includes methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone, under federal requirements. Individual prescriptions and service arrangements still depend on clinical criteria and coverage processes.
MaineCare is connected with Opioid Health Homes, which bring buprenorphine treatment together with counseling and care coordination. MaineCare members can also obtain free naloxone from Maine pharmacies through the state standing order. For enrollment and benefits, see MaineCare / Office of MaineCare Services.
| Service | Coverage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Methadone for OUD | Yes | Through qualifying OTP care |
| Buprenorphine for OUD | Yes | Ask about prescriber and product requirements |
| Naltrexone for OUD | Yes | Ask about formulation and administration |
Medicare
Medicare Part B has an opioid treatment program benefit that can cover qualifying OTP services for eligible beneficiaries. Medicare drug coverage for other medications can differ by product and setting, so ask the Maine treatment provider and your plan how services will be billed.
Private insurance
Commercial insurance may help pay for methadone OTP care, buprenorphine visits or Vivitrol, but networks, benefits and authorization processes vary. Before scheduling, ask the clinic about the plan it accepts and whether the medication, visit, pharmacy or injection is billed separately.
No insurance or limited income
Maine DHHS Office of Behavioral Health funds treatment services and publishes treatment information. If you do not have coverage, contact Maine DHHS treatment services or dial 211 to explore options and ask whether any financial assistance applies. More background: insurance coverage, verify insurance and MAT costs.
Need help exploring Maine treatment options?
Talk with a treatment-navigation contact about questions to ask and ways to look for care near you.
Call (347) 591-7540For an overdose or immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call or text 988. SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357.
MATClinicGuide.com offers education and treatment navigation, not medical care. Our line is not a direct line to any listed clinic; calls may be handled by participating providers or navigation partners.
Telehealth MAT in Maine
Telehealth Suboxone treatment in Maine may be an option for eligible patients when the prescribing clinician and applicable rules permit it. Federal DEA/HHS controlled-medication telemedicine flexibilities are in effect through December 31, 2026; Maine requirements and clinical practice may add conditions. Telehealth is not a guaranteed route to a prescription.
Office-based buprenorphine evaluation and follow-up may occur remotely in some circumstances. Methadone for opioid use disorder still requires an OTP to dispense or administer the medication under its program rules. Maine residents in remote counties can ask an Opioid Health Home or provider about online appointments and necessary in-person visits. See telehealth MAT.
Opioid Overdose in Maine: Why Treatment Access Matters
Maine recorded 483 drug overdose deaths in 2024, with an age-adjusted all-drug overdose rate of 35.2 per 100,000, according to CDC NCHS data reported by USAFacts and KFF. That was below Maine’s 2022 peak rate of 54.3, but above the 2024 national all-drug rate of 23.1.
The Maine opioid-involved overdose death rate was 28.6 per 100,000 in 2024, compared with 16.0 nationally. These figures underline the importance of timely medication access, naloxone and support across the state. Learn about overdose response and naloxone.
| Year | Maine all-drug rate | Maine opioid rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 29.9 | 26.4 |
| 2020 | 39.7 | 34.0 |
| 2021 | 47.1 | 42.4 |
| 2022 | 54.3 | 48.2 |
| 2023 | 44.9 | 39.3 |
| 2024 | 35.2 | 28.6 |
Areas of Maine with Limited Methadone OTP Access
Seven of Maine’s 16 counties had no location in the September 2026 Medicare-enrolled OTP listing: Hancock, Piscataquis, Waldo, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Somerset and Franklin. The city suggestions below are starting points, not guaranteed nearest or available clinics; check travel routes and intake requirements before making a trip. Office-based buprenorphine, telehealth and county OPTIONS liaisons may provide other ways to seek help.
Hancock and Piscataquis
Counties and communities: Hancock (Ellsworth, Bar Harbor) and Piscataquis (Dover-Foxcroft).
Nearest OTP cities to explore: Bangor.
Waldo
Counties and communities: Waldo (Belfast).
Nearest OTP cities to explore: Rockland, Bangor.
Lincoln
Counties and communities: Lincoln (Damariscotta, Wiscasset).
Nearest OTP cities to explore: Rockland.
Sagadahoc
Counties and communities: Sagadahoc (Bath).
Nearest OTP cities to explore: Portland, Lewiston.
Somerset
Counties and communities: Somerset (Skowhegan).
Nearest OTP cities to explore: Waterville.
Franklin
Counties and communities: Franklin (Farmington).
Nearest OTP cities to explore: Rumford, Waterville.
Other long-distance areas in Maine
Aroostook County has one listed OTP, in Presque Isle, and Washington County has one in Calais. Residents elsewhere in these large areas can ask about a local Opioid Health Home, office-based medication and remote evaluation. Maine’s county OPTIONS liaisons can also help connect people with recovery resources and free naloxone.
Maine Resources and Helplines
Maine DHHS Office of Behavioral Health
41 Anthony Ave., #11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333-0011. Phone: (207) 287-2595; Maine Relay 711. Agency website.
211 Maine
Dial 211 for guidance finding Maine resources. 211maine.org.
County OPTIONS liaisons
A county-level outreach contact for treatment information, recovery support and free naloxone. Find your liaison.
Naloxone access
Locate free Maine distributors using Get Maine Naloxone; MaineCare members may obtain naloxone through pharmacies.
Maine Good Samaritan overdose law
Maine’s expanded Good Samaritan law (LD 1862, signed May 3, 2022) provides protections for someone seeking help in good faith during an overdose, the person overdosing and people rendering aid at the scene. It covers many nonviolent offenses and certain warrants or supervision consequences, but does not cover violent crimes, sex crimes or crimes against children. An overdose is a medical emergency: call 911.
MAT Support for Special Populations in Maine
Pregnant and postpartum people
Pregnant people in Maine seeking opioid use disorder care can ask a qualified obstetric or addiction-medicine clinician about medication options and coordinated prenatal care. Medication should not be started, stopped or changed without medical guidance. Maine 211 and the DHHS treatment resources can be starting points for finding a clinician experienced in pregnancy and recovery.
Veterans
Veterans in Maine may seek an assessment through their VA care team or another eligible treatment provider. Ask specifically about medication for opioid use disorder, behavioral health support and referrals when a nearby location does not provide the needed service. The Maine directory above contains general OTP listings rather than a VA-specific clinic inventory.
Adolescents and young adults
Maine families seeking help for a young person can start by discussing the situation with a pediatric clinician or adolescent behavioral-health service. Medication suitability, consent and access differ by age and care setting. For family support and communication guidance, see helping a loved one with opioid use.
People leaving jail or prison
Maine’s OPTIONS initiative reaches people recently released from incarceration, as well as people who have left treatment or are at high risk of overdose. Its county liaisons can share naloxone and help someone reconnect with treatment and recovery support during a difficult transition. A local clinic can explain its re-entry intake process.
Rural residents and people without stable housing
Maine OPTIONS outreach includes people experiencing homelessness, and every county has an OPTIONS liaison. For rural residents far from the 12 towns and cities with listed OTPs, local buprenorphine care, an Opioid Health Home and permitted telehealth may reduce some travel barriers. Use 211 Maine when internet access is limited.
How to Choose a MAT Clinic in Maine
Choose a Maine treatment service by medication type, travel distance, expected visit schedule, payment requirements and support needs. The public OTP directory is a good starting place for methadone care; for buprenorphine, search office-based providers and Opioid Health Homes.
Questions to ask a methadone clinic
- Are you accepting new patients, and when can I complete intake?
- What documents or health records should I bring?
- What dosing hours and initial visit schedule should I expect?
- How are take-home doses or guest dosing evaluated?
- Do you accept MaineCare, Medicare or my private insurance?
Questions to ask a buprenorphine provider
- Do you offer Suboxone or other buprenorphine formulations?
- Can an initial evaluation or follow-up occur by telehealth?
- Are Sublocade or Brixadi available through your practice?
- What are my pharmacy, copay and authorization responsibilities?
- How do you coordinate care if I want counseling or recovery services?
What happens at the first visit?
- Share your symptoms, medications, substance-use history and goals.
- Discuss medication choices, risks and any needed tests.
- Review a treatment plan, follow-up schedule and payment information.
- Ask who to contact about side effects, problems with access or urgent concerns.
Need help exploring Maine treatment options?
Talk with a treatment-navigation contact about questions to ask and ways to look for care near you.
Call (347) 591-7540For an overdose or immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call or text 988. SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357.
MATClinicGuide.com offers education and treatment navigation, not medical care. Our line is not a direct line to any listed clinic; calls may be handled by participating providers or navigation partners.
FAQs About MAT Clinics in Maine
How many methadone clinics are in Maine?
The CMS Medicare OTP providers file dated September 8, 2026 lists 15 Medicare-enrolled opioid treatment program locations across 12 Maine cities and towns. Bangor has three listed locations and South Portland has two. This is a Medicare-enrollment listing; call a clinic directly about intake and available services.
Which cities in Maine have methadone treatment programs?
The CMS list includes Bangor, Calais, Lewiston, Manchester, Portland, Presque Isle, Rockland, Rumford, Saco, South Portland, Waterville and Westbrook. These locations span nine counties. If your county has no listed program, ask about an Opioid Health Home or office-based buprenorphine as another treatment path.
Does MaineCare cover Suboxone and methadone?
Yes. MaineCare is Maine’s Medicaid program, and Medicaid coverage requirements include methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone for opioid use disorder. Coverage pathways can differ by provider and product. Ask the clinic or MaineCare about eligibility, prescribing arrangements, billing and any required approvals.
Are there free methadone clinics in Maine?
Maine DHHS Office of Behavioral Health funds substance use disorder treatment services, but a clinic’s eligibility rules and out-of-pocket costs can differ. People without insurance can explore available funding through Maine DHHS or dial 211. Ask any methadone OTP about financial assistance, payment expectations and whether it accepts MaineCare.
Can I get telehealth Suboxone in Maine?
Some Maine patients may be able to receive buprenorphine services through telehealth, depending on clinical needs and current federal and state requirements. Federal controlled-medication telemedicine flexibilities run through December 31, 2026. Ask your prospective provider about evaluation methods, prescriptions and any in-person steps.
How can I find buprenorphine providers in Maine?
Maine DHHS suggests asking your primary care clinician, contacting an Opioid Health Home, or using a local hospital or health system’s provider-finding service. FindTreatment.gov can be searched by ZIP code, and 211 Maine may help if you do not have internet access. Ask whether a practice is accepting new patients.
Where can I get Vivitrol in Maine?
Ask a Maine addiction-medicine clinician, primary care provider or treatment program whether it offers extended-release naltrexone (Vivitrol). Naltrexone is not suitable to start until an appropriate opioid-free period is completed. MaineCare coverage includes naltrexone for opioid use disorder, but clinical suitability and product access must be discussed with a prescriber.
Which Maine counties have no listed methadone OTP?
The September 2026 CMS location list shows no Medicare-enrolled OTP in Hancock, Piscataquis, Waldo, Lincoln, Sagadahoc, Somerset or Franklin counties. People there can explore methadone programs in neighboring service areas or ask about buprenorphine, Maine Opioid Health Homes and OPTIONS liaisons.
How do I get free naloxone in Maine?
You can search GetMaineNaloxone.org for Maine naloxone distribution options or contact your county OPTIONS liaison. MaineCare members can obtain free naloxone from Maine pharmacies through the MaineCare standing order. In a suspected overdose, call 911 immediately and give naloxone when available.
What is the Maine OPTIONS program?
Maine OPTIONS is a statewide overdose-prevention initiative announced in 2020. Each county has a liaison who helps people find treatment and recovery resources and access free naloxone. Outreach particularly focuses on people at higher risk, including those experiencing homelessness or recently leaving treatment or incarceration.
Sources, Methodology & Editorial Standards
- CMS Medicare Opioid Treatment Program Providers (September 8, 2026)
- Maine DHHS Office of Behavioral Health contact
- Maine DHHS MOUD patient handout (2023)
- Maine OPTIONS announcement (October 2020)
- Know Your OPTIONS: Good Samaritan law
- Know Your OPTIONS: naloxone
- KFF Medicaid expansion status (October 2026)
- KFF drug overdose death rates / CDC NCHS
- USAFacts Maine overdose deaths / CDC (2024)
- Maine DHHS substance use disorder treatment services
- Office of MaineCare Services
- OPTIONS county liaisons
Clinic names, street addresses and telephone numbers were compiled from the CMS Medicare OTP Providers listing dated September 8, 2026 and organized by Maine city. The listings describe Medicare-enrolled OTP locations, not every provider of medication for opioid use disorder. Editorial content was updated in October 2026. MATClinicGuide.com does not own or operate the listed clinics.
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MAT Clinics in Nearby States
Maine borders only New Hampshire; these nearby New England state pages may also help when comparing treatment options or planning care across state lines.