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Online Suboxone treatment for Ohio
- By Workit Health Content Team
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Medically Reviewed by
Thomas "Keith" Riddle, PA-C - Reviewed October 6, 2022
How does online opioid recovery work?
Suboxone treatment
Our doctors prescribe Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) which relieves withdrawal symptoms and reduces cravings for opioids.
Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is prescribed as a part of a complete treatment program, which includes online groups, skills-based coursework, and community connections.
Virtual Doctor's Appointments
All our clinician visits are online and hosted through our secure app. Your provider will check in with you and monitor your health throughout your treatment.
Follow-up appointments will be Shared Medical Appointments that include a clinician, a behavioral health team member, and your fellow Workit Health members on similar recovery paths.
Group meetings
Recovery can be complicated and unpredictable. That's why our peer- and counselor-led groups are available online, so you have access to support when you need it most.
Groups cover a wide range of topics and identities, so you can join the ones that fit you best. Participate as much or as little as you choose.
What to expect from Suboxone treatment
What is Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone)?
Suboxone is a brand name for a specific medication: buprenorphine/naloxone. Buprenorphine/naloxone is one of only three FDA-approved medications to treat opioid use disorder. This medication works in the brain to alleviate dependence on heroin, fentanyl, prescription pain relievers, and other opioids.
How does Suboxone work?
Buprenorphine, the primary medication in Suboxone, works in the brain by partially activating opioid receptors. (Other opioids—like heroin, fentanyl, and pain pills—fully activate those receptors.) This partial activation allows buprenorphine to relieve withdrawal symptoms and cravings caused by opioid addiction, with a lower potential for misuse than other opioids.
Many people say Suboxone and other forms of buprenorphine/naloxone help them get their life back while dealing with an opioid use disorder. This makes it easier for an individual to break their addictive habits without feeling sick or having cravings.
Learn more: How does Suboxone work?
What are the risks and concerns about Suboxone?
Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is indicated for the treatment of opioid dependence in adults. Suboxone should not be taken by individuals who have been shown to be hypersensitive to buprenorphine or naloxone as serious adverse reactions, including anaphylactic shock, have been reported. Taking Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) with other opioid medicines, benzodiazepines, alcohol, or other central nervous system depressants can cause breathing problems that can lead to coma and death. Other side effects may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, constipation, insomnia, pain, increased sweating, sleepiness, dizziness, coordination problems, physical dependence or abuse, and liver problems. For more information about Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) see Suboxone.com, the full Prescribing Information, and Medication Guide, or talk to your healthcare provider. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Can I get addicted to Suboxone?
Any drug, or really anything that affects your brain chemistry, has potential to be addictive. Suboxone’s potential for misuse, or abuse is lower than that of other opioids when taken as directed under medical care and coupled with a program of therapeutic support. When on the right dose of Suboxone (or another buprenorphine/naloxone medication), most individuals find that they no longer have the cravings or obsession which typically defines addiction to other drugs.
Read more: Is Suboxone an Opiate?
Will Suboxone show up on a drug test?
The short answer: It depends on the type of drug test! If it’s a standard 5-panel drug test (like the type an employer might use), buprenorphine medications typically won’t show up on a drug panel. However, if you are being tested as part of your treatment program, they may be testing you specifically to ensure you’re taking the medication that they’re prescribing. In this case, the test will likely be specifically looking for the buprenorphine in Suboxone. Read more: Suboxone might show up on a drug test.
How long do I have to be on Suboxone? Will I need it long-term?
The length of your Suboxone treatment is entirely up to you and your medical care team, but the evidence does show that long-term buprenorphine treatment can be beneficial. You should look for a Suboxone doctor who listens to your requests and honors your needs to continue, discontinue, or change your medications.
Where can I get Suboxone treatment?
Workit Health clinicians prescribe buprenorphine/naloxone treatment in select states. Workit’s telemedicine Suboxone treatment program is 100% virtual in many states. If you aren’t in our area, learn other strategies for finding a Suboxone Clinic near you. The NAABT also has a directory called Treatment Match which will connect you with providers in your area.
I have more questions about Suboxone treatment.
Check our Answers About Suboxone Treatment page, where we’ve brought together many of the most commonly asked questions about Suboxone and the answers to them.
How to get started
Download the app
Download the Workit Health app, answer a few questions, and schedule your first appointment.
First appointment
Meet your dedicated licensed clinician in a 1:1 video call and discuss your recovery goals, care plan, and any necessary medication.
Pickup your medications
As appropriate, your clinician will e-prescribe medication to your pharmacy to relieve cravings and support your recovery.
Monthly group follow-ups
Connect with your provider, a coach, and other members on the same journey in shared follow-up visits each month.
Grant funding* covers treatment costs for some uninsured and under-insured residents of Ashland, Hancock, and Crawford Counties. Click here to find out if you’re eligible.
We accept insurance or self-pay
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Commercial
- Aetna
- Allwell from Buckeye Health Plan
- Ambetter from Buckeye Community Health Plan
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio
- CareSource the Community Transition Plan
- Cigna
- Humana
- Medical Mutual
- Meritain
- Molina Healthcare of Ohio
- Oscar
- Paramount Health Care
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Medicaid
- Ohio State Medicaid
- Allwell from Buckeye Health Plan
- Ambetter from Buckeye Community Health Plan
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio
- Buckeye Community Health
- CareSource the Community Transition Plan
- Molina Ohio Medicaid
- Paramount Health
- UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Ohio
Medicare
- Original Medicare
Medicare Advantage
- Allwell from Buckeye Health Plan
- Ambetter from Buckeye Community Health Plan
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio
- CareSource
- CareSource the Community Transition Plan
- Humana
- Medical Mutual
- Molina Healthcare of Ohio
- Oscar
- Paramount Health Care
- UnitedHealthcare
Uninsured and under-insured residents of some rural counties in Ohio may be eligible to receive clinical treatment for opioid and alcohol use disorders—including medication like Suboxone or naltrexone—at no cost to them, covered by a grant.* Click here to learn more.
Our pages are medically reviewed and fact-checked by accredited medical professionals to ensure that all statements about medical conditions, symptoms, treatments, procedures and tests, standards of care, and typical protocols are accurate and reflect current guidelines as well as the latest research. However, please remember that the information on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace or substitute for any medical or other advice. Workit Health, Inc. and its affiliated professional entities make no representations or warranties and expressly disclaim any and all liability concerning any treatment, action by, or effect on any person following the general information offered or provided on this page. If you have specific concerns or a situation arises in which you require medical advice, you should consult with an appropriately trained and qualified medical services provider.
*This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number HB1RH49881. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.
