Nashville Addiction Clinic Receives Tennessee’s First Virtual OBOT Medical License for Addiction Treatment

Nashville, TN – December 9, 2024 – Nashville Addiction Clinic has made history by becoming the first facility in Tennessee to receive a virtual Office-Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) medical license. This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant step forward in the state’s efforts to combat the opioid epidemic and expand access to innovative addiction treatment.

The virtual OBOT license allows Nashville Addiction Clinic to provide high-quality addiction care to patients across Tennessee through a fully remote model. This ensures that individuals in rural or underserved areas, where access to in-person addiction treatment can be limited, can receive life-saving care without the barriers of distance and transportation.

Dr. Vernon Johnson, a dual board-certified addiction specialist who acts as Medical Director of Nashville Addiction Clinic, expressed enthusiasm about this milestone: “This virtual license represents a new era in addiction treatment in Tennessee. By leveraging telemedicine, we can now reach those who might otherwise struggle to access care, ensuring they receive the support they need to reclaim their lives.”

Under the virtual OBOT model, patients can connect with licensed medical professionals through secure telehealth platforms for consultations, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and ongoing support. The clinic’s approach integrates personalized treatment plans with evidence-based care, focusing on medications such as buprenorphine and naloxone alongside counseling and behavioral therapy.

The opioid crisis continues to be a significant public health challenge in Tennessee, with thousands of lives lost each year to overdose. According to the Tennessee Department of Health, expanding access to effective treatment options is critical to reversing these trends. Nashville Addiction Clinic’s virtual OBOT license is an essential component for this fight, offering scalable and accessible solutions to individuals and families in need.

“We’re proud to lead the way in virtual addiction treatment in Tennessee,” said Jon Stolzer, Co-Owner/CEO. “This license not only validates the quality and impact of our care model but also paves the way for other providers to embrace technology in addressing the opioid epidemic.”

For more information about Nashville Addiction Clinic’s virtual OBOT services, visit https://nashvilleaddictionclinic.com or contact Jon Stolzer, Co-Owner/CEO, (615) 927-7802, [email protected].

About Nashville Addiction Clinic:

Nashville Addiction Clinic has been a leading provider of evidence-based addiction treatment in Tennessee since 2019. Committed to compassionate care, the clinic offers medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and comprehensive support via telemedicine to help patients achieve long-term recovery.