Nashville Addiction Clinic Wins 2026 Best of Tennessee Regional Award

Nashville Addiction Clinic (NAC) proudly announces its 2026 Best of Tennessee Regional Award in the Substance Abuse Treatment & Recovery Practices category. Guide to Tennessee recognized the clinic as part of its annual Best of Tennessee Awards.

This recognition celebrates NAC’s commitment to accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based opioid addiction treatment across Tennessee.

NAC also won the 2025 Best of Tennessee award for Best Overall Substance Abuse & Recovery Treatment Award.

Moreover, the award highlights an important part of our mission: helping patients receive professional addiction treatment without unnecessary travel.

Our team appreciates this recognition. Above all, we remain committed to helping Tennesseans access quality addiction care.

You can view the recognition on the official 2026 Best of Tennessee winners page.

Nashville Addiction Clinic Celebrates Regional Recognition

The Best of Tennessee Awards recognize organizations across numerous industries, including healthcare.

In 2026, Nashville Addiction Clinic earned Regional recognition in the Substance Abuse Treatment & Recovery Practices category.

For our team, this award represents a meaningful milestone. However, our greatest priority remains the patients and families who turn to us for support.

Opioid addiction affects people from every background. Unfortunately, transportation challenges, demanding schedules, and limited nearby treatment options can make getting help difficult.

Therefore, NAC focuses on removing unnecessary barriers while maintaining appropriate medical oversight.

Our virtual treatment model helps eligible patients connect with qualified healthcare professionals throughout Tennessee.

Evidence-Based Addiction Treatment Across Tennessee

At Nashville Addiction Clinic, we believe treatment should be accessible, respectful, and tailored to each patient’s needs.

Our program combines medical evaluations, medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and ongoing recovery support.

Additionally, several important credentials and services support our commitment to patient care.

Tennessee’s First Virtual OBOT Medical License

In 2024, Nashville Addiction Clinic became Tennessee’s first recipient of a Virtual Office-Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) medical license.

This milestone supports our ability to provide authorized virtual opioid addiction treatment throughout the state.

As a result, eligible patients can receive medical care without routine in-person clinic appointments.

Learn more about our Tennessee Virtual OBOT medical license.

Joint Commission Accreditation and BeSMART Certification

Nashville Addiction Clinic holds accreditation from The Joint Commission and TennCare BeSMART certification.

These credentials reflect important organizational and clinical standards.

Furthermore, our team includes licensed medical providers, counselors, and addiction treatment professionals.

Together, they help patients understand treatment options and receive appropriate ongoing support.

Personalized Medication-Assisted Treatment

NAC offers evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder.

For example, providers may prescribe buprenorphine-based medications, including Suboxone, when clinically appropriate.

Buprenorphine helps reduce opioid cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Consequently, it can support patients as they work toward long-term recovery.

However, treatment needs differ from person to person.

Our providers review each patient’s medical history, current symptoms, and recovery goals before recommending treatment.

Through our online Suboxone treatment program, eligible Tennessee residents can receive professional care through secure telemedicine appointments.

Recovery Care of Columbia Earns 2026 Best of Tennessee Honorable Mention

Nashville Addiction Clinic also congratulates its sister clinic, Recovery Care of Columbia, on receiving a 2026 Best of Tennessee Honorable Mention.

The clinic earned this distinction in the same Substance Abuse Treatment & Recovery Practices category.

Although the clinics received different levels of recognition, both share a commitment to accessible opioid addiction treatment.

Similarly, Recovery Care of Columbia offers virtual addiction treatment programs for eligible Tennessee patients.

Both clinics emphasize professional medical care, compassionate support, and individualized treatment.

We proudly celebrate this recognition with the Recovery Care of Columbia team.

Making Addiction Treatment More Accessible Through Telemedicine

Starting addiction treatment can feel overwhelming. In addition to health concerns, patients may face transportation problems, work schedules, or family responsibilities.

Fortunately, telemedicine can help reduce some of these barriers.

Nashville Addiction Clinic allows eligible patients to connect with licensed treatment professionals through secure virtual appointments.

Benefits of Virtual Addiction Treatment

Virtual appointments can offer several practical advantages.

• Reduced travel requirements: Patients may avoid frequent trips to a physical clinic.
• Greater convenience: Telemedicine can make appointments easier to fit around work and family obligations.
• Confidential care: Patients can speak with healthcare professionals through secure virtual visits.
• Ongoing treatment support: Regular follow-ups help providers monitor progress and address concerns.
• Access across Tennessee: Eligible residents can connect with addiction treatment professionals regardless of their distance from Nashville.

Nevertheless, virtual treatment is not appropriate for every patient.

Some individuals need in-person medical evaluations, medically supervised withdrawal management, or more intensive services.

Therefore, our providers assess each patient’s needs before recommending a treatment approach.

Start Your Recovery Journey With Nashville Addiction Clinic

The 2026 Best of Tennessee Regional Award is an honor for Nashville Addiction Clinic.

More importantly, it encourages our team to continue improving access to compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment.

We remain dedicated to supporting individuals and families throughout Tennessee.

• Register using TennCare Medicaid insurance — If you have TennCare Medicaid, your Suboxone treatment may be covered at little to no cost to you.
• Register using UHC Medicare Advantage insurance — If you have United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, your Suboxone therapy may be fully covered.
• Register using Commercial health insurance — Most major commercial insurance plans cover medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction.
• Register as Self-Pay and make payments — For patients typically without health insurance.
• Low-Cost Sliding Scale options — For patients who are uninsured or underinsured, Recovery Care offers income-based pricing.
• Returning patient? — Restart your treatment by filling-in a short reinstatement form.

First, explore our insurance and payment options.

Next, review our new-patient registration options to learn how to begin the process.

Recovery is possible, and your first step can begin today.

Contact Nashville Addiction Clinic at (615) 927-7802 to learn more about treatment eligibility and available services.