Buprenorphine Telehealth in Tennessee: Same-Day Care Without Leaving Home

Buprenorphine telehealth in Tennessee with same-day care has changed how people access treatment for opioid addiction. Instead of waiting weeks for an appointment or traveling long distances, patients can now start evidence-based care from home—often the same day they reach out. For many Tennesseans struggling with fentanyl, heroin, or prescription opioids, this immediate access can be lifesaving.

At Nashville Addiction Clinic, we provide 100% virtual buprenorphine treatment statewide, making recovery more accessible, private, and realistic for everyday life.

Addiction Treatment for Tennessee by Tennesseans in Recovery

Nashville Addiction Clinic provides evidence-based Suboxone treatment through secure telemedicine, staffed by licensed Tennessee clinicians. No clinic visits required, ever.

• Statewide access across Tennessee
• Accredited by The Joint Commission
• Owned and managed by people in long-term recovery

What Is Buprenorphine and Why It Matters

Buprenorphine is an FDA-approved medication used to treat opioid use disorder. It works by partially activating opioid receptors, which helps:

• Reduce withdrawal symptoms
• Control cravings
• Lower the risk of overdose
• Stabilize daily functioning

Unlike full opioids, buprenorphine has a ceiling effect, making it significantly safer when taken as prescribed. It is commonly combined with naloxone (Suboxone®) to further reduce misuse risk.

How Buprenorphine Telehealth Works in Tennessee

Telemedicine Makes Treatment Statewide

Buprenorphine telehealth allows patients anywhere in Tennessee—including Hendersonville, Kingsport, Collierville, Smyrna, and Spring Hill—to receive care without visiting a physical clinic.

With telehealth, patients can:

• Meet with licensed providers via secure video
• Complete evaluations privately
• Start treatment from home
• Receive prescriptions the same day

This approach removes barriers like transportation, childcare issues, work schedules, and stigma.

Same-Day Buprenorphine Care: Why Speed Matters

The Risk of Waiting

When someone decides they want help, delays can lead to:

• Continued opioid use
• Increased overdose risk
• Worsening withdrawal symptoms
• Loss of motivation

Same-day buprenorphine telehealth in Tennessee allows patients to act while they’re ready.

What Same-Day Care Looks Like

Step 1: Online Registration

• Register for Suboxone Telemedicine using TennCare Medicaid
• Register for virtual Suboxone treatment using commercial insurance
• Register for online Suboxone therapy as a self-pay patient
• Register as a returning patient
• Apply for our Sliding-Scale Program
• View all insurance plans we accept and self-pay pricing
• We accept most commercial/employee health plans, such as BCBS, Cigna, Ambetter, and United Healthcare, as well as all TennCare Medicaid insurance: Amerigroup Community Care, BlueCare, United Healthcare Community Plan, and Wellpoint Community Care.

Not sure if your insurance is accepted? Click here to verify your coverage.

Experience a safe transition from hydrocodone, oxycodone, OxyContin, heroin, fentanyl, methadone, morphine, Kratom, 7-OH (7-Hydroxy-opioids), Tramadol, Opana, codeine, oxymorphone, Tramadol, Percocet, and other opioids.

If you would like to speak to someone about our telemedicine Suboxone program, please call or text us at (615) 927-7802. You can also message us securely on the Spruce Health mobile app.

Step 2: Video Appointment
A medical provider reviews opioid use history, current symptoms, and treatment goals.

Step 3: Same-Day Prescription
Buprenorphine is sent to a local pharmacy or delivered overnight.

This rapid access helps patients stabilize quickly and safely.

Who Is Eligible for Buprenorphine Telehealth in Tennessee?

Most adults struggling with opioid addiction qualify, including those using:

• Fentanyl
• Heroin
• Oxycodone or Percocet
• Hydrocodone
• Morphine
• Kratom or 7-OH
• Street-purchased Suboxone

Buprenorphine telehealth is especially helpful for:

• Working adults
• Parents
• Rural residents
• People without reliable transportation
• Those seeking privacy

Why Telehealth Buprenorphine Is Safe and Regulated

Telehealth addiction treatment is supported by national health authorities, including the FDA, DEA, and SAMHSA.

Why People in Tennessee Choose Nashville Addiction Clinic for Buprenorphine Telehealth:

• Accredited by The Joint Commission
• Clinic owners are in long-term recovery
• Over 260 Google Reviews (from real patients)
• Recipient of Tennessee’s first Virtual OBOT medical license
• Same-day Suboxone prescriptions
• Statewide award winner of the 2025 Best of Tennessee award for substance abuse treatment
• Over 1000 patients served since 2019
• Accepts most commercial/employee health plans, such as Blue Cross Blue Shield (all U.S. states), Cigna, Ambetter, and United Healthcare, as well as all TennCare Medicaid plans: Amerigroup Community Care, BlueCare, United Healthcare Community Plan, and Wellpoint Community Care.
• Overnight Suboxone delivery is available in most areas (a delivery fee applies)
• A compassionate team of caring doctors, nurse practitioners, counselors, and administrators who provide judgement-free care, some who are in recovery.
• Same-day appointments available every Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (based on availability)
• Evening appointments every Monday and Wednesday until 9:00 PM

Our helpful staff is happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us or send us a text at (615) 927-7802, or message us securely using the Spruce Health mobile app.

Feeling nervous about starting telemedicine addiction treatment? Learn what to expect during your first Suboxone telemedicine appointment.

Telehealth does not reduce quality—it improves access while maintaining medical standards.

Insurance, TennCare, and Self-Pay Options

Buprenorphine telehealth is affordable and accessible through:

• TennCare Medicaid addiction treatment coverage
• Commercial insurance Suboxone program acceptance
• A payment plan for self-pay telemedicine Suboxone
• A sliding-scale program for eligible patients

You can review insurance and pricing details before scheduling, so there are no surprises. 

If you have TennCare Medicaid insurance, your treatment and medication costs are typically $0. If you have commercial health insurance, we will provide you with a treatment cost estimate before scheduling your first telemedicine appointment. If you don’t have health insurance, we offer biweekly and monthly payment plans.

Patients can register online and choose the option that fits their situation without phone calls or office visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really get buprenorphine the same day?

Yes. Many patients receive prescriptions the same day as their first telehealth appointment.

Do I need to go to a clinic in person?

No. Nashville Addiction Clinic is 100% virtual.

Is buprenorphine safe for long-term use?

Yes. It is widely used as a long-term treatment when clinically appropriate.

Will my treatment be private?

Absolutely. Telehealth appointments are confidential and protected by medical privacy laws.

What if I’m using fentanyl?

Buprenorphine telehealth providers are trained to manage fentanyl transitions safely.

Same-Day Buprenorphine Telehealth in Tennessee

Register for treatment online using your TennCare Medicaid, commercial insurance, or choose a payment plan. (A sliding-scale program is also available) Click here if you’re a returning patient.

Related Articles

• Online Buprenorphine Treatment | Nashville Addiction Clinic
• Suboxone via Telehealth: Trusted Online Addiction Treatment in Tennessee
• Telehealth Addiction Treatment in Tennessee: A Private, Effective Path to Recovery

External Resources

• Kratom/7-OH/7-hydroxymitragynine addiction is another opioid addiction-related issue facing Tennessean’s, thanks to it being readily available and unregulated. Learn more about Kratom addiction and virtual treatment options in Tennessee.
• DEA.gov – Opioid Addiction Resources
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC.gov
• National Institute on Drug Abuse
• National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare