Subutex Treatment Online – TeleMAT by Nashville Addiction Clinic
If you’re in Tennessee and struggling with opioid dependence, subutex treatment online offers a lifeline. At Nashville Addiction Clinic, we make virtual addiction care accessible, discreet, and effective. Whether you’re in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Franklin, Johnson City, Clarksville, or Murfreesboro, our TeleMAT program puts recovery within reach.
Below, you’ll learn how Subutex (buprenorphine) treatment works online, why it matters, how our clinic operates, and how you can begin recovery today—without ever stepping into a physical clinic.
Why Virtual Subutex Treatment Online Is a Game-Changer
The seriousness of opioid addiction and why timely treatment matters
Opioid addiction is not just a bad habit—it’s a life-threatening disease. The risk of overdose and death looms with every dose, particularly with powerful opioids like fentanyl or OxyContin. Even prescription painkillers can lead to dependence—and every year, thousands of Americans die from opioid overdose.
Treatment with buprenorphine (Subutex or Suboxone) is one of the FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder (OUD). When combined with counseling and behavioral support, it dramatically lowers overdose risk, reduces illicit opioid use, and improves survival.
What is Subutex (buprenorphine) and how does it help?
- Subutex (buprenorphine) binds to opioid receptors, lowering cravings and withdrawal without producing the same “high” as stronger opioids.
- It is especially effective when transitioning from opioids like heroin, oxycodone, hydrocodone, fentanyl, methadone, codeine, or even Kratom.
- The FDA has approved buprenorphine for OUD treatment; its safety profile is strong, but labeling updates are underway (FDA recently recommended updated labeling for buprenorphine products).(U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
Because Subutex reduces the physical pain of withdrawal and blocks opioid effects, it helps patients focus on recovery, therapy, and rebuilding life.
How Nashville Addiction Clinic’s Subutex Treatment Online Works
Our six-year history and track record
- We have provided virtual addiction treatment to over 1,000 people in Tennessee.
- We are the first clinic in Tennessee licensed to treat addiction via telemedicine exclusively (no in-person visits required).
- We hold The Joint Commission accreditation—a mark of high quality and safety.
- We have over 250 five-star patient reviews on Google. (Read them here: reviews)
- Our leadership personally experienced poor addiction care and built this clinic around respect, compassion, and dignity.
What “TeleMAT” means—and how we use it
We coined the term TeleMAT (telemedicine medication-assisted treatment). That means:
- Assessment & intake done via secure video call or phone.
- Same-day prescription of Subutex if appropriate.
- Your prescription is sent to your local pharmacy or delivered overnight—no trip to a clinic.
- Ongoing follow-up visits, medication adjustments, and counseling happen online.
- You’ll have access to master’s-level counselors, clinical team support, peer support, and case management.
This model is ideal for people who:
- Lack dependable transportation
- Are too busy with work or childcare
- Live in rural or suburban Tennessee (e.g. near Cookeville, Jackson, Morristown)
- Want privacy and discretion
- Don’t want to travel to a physical clinic in Nashville or Memphis
TeleMAT subtitle: Why it works
- No waiting room visits
- Access from your phone or computer
- Flexible scheduling for folks working shifts, caring for children, or with limited mobility
- Safe continuation of care even amid life disruptions
- Reduces barriers like transportation, time off work, or distance
The Roadmap: How You Start Subutex Treatment Online with Us
The step-by-step process
- Register
- If you have commercial insurance, sign up here
- If you have TennCare Medicaid, register here
- If you prefer self-pay, register here
- Explore insurance & pricing here: insurance and pricing
- Intake & evaluation
- We complete medical, psychiatric, and substance use history
- Confirm that you are ready for buprenorphine induction (i.e., you are in mild/moderate withdrawal)
- We complete medical, psychiatric, and substance use history
- Prescription & first dose
- You often receive a prescription same day
- Local pharmacy or overnight delivery
- We support your first dose remotely
- You often receive a prescription same day
- Follow-up & counseling
- Regular telehealth check-ins with prescribing clinician
- Counseling sessions with a master’s degree–level therapist
- Peer support and relapse prevention planning
- Regular telehealth check-ins with prescribing clinician
- Ongoing care & long-term recovery
- Support for months or years as needed
- Return visits for dose adjustments
- Transition planning toward eventual taper (if appropriate)
- Support for months or years as needed
Don’t Wait Another Minute – Change Your Life Today With Trusted Online Suboxone Treatment
- 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
- Kratom and 7-OH Addiction Explained
- View insurance we accept and self-pay pricing
- See how Suboxone Telemedicine Appointments Work
- Read our 260+ five-star reviews on Google
- Message us securely on the Spruce Health mobile app
- Meet Our Team
- 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.
- 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.
- Read about our Joint Commission accreditation
- Learn about Nashville Addiction Clinic’s 2025 Best of Tennessee award
Benefits of Subutex Treatment Online
Why choose our virtual model
- No travel or in-person visits—ideal for rural areas like Greeneville or Dyersburg
- Rapid access to care—many begin treatment within 24 hours
- Discreet and confidential—you’re not walking into an addiction clinic in person
- Continuity of care—we’re here through life’s ups and downs
- Evidence-based and FDA-compliant
- Holistic support—medication + counseling + peer support + experienced team
- Clinicians who care—our owners are in active recovery and foster an environment of respect
Regulations & Legitimacy: Why Telemedicine MAT Is Legal & Safe
Subutex Treatment Online and federal law
- In 2025, DEA and HHS issued a final rule making permanent telemedicine flexibilities for buprenorphine prescribing.(samhsa.gov)
- Under these rules, DEA-registered practitioners may prescribe buprenorphine via audio-only or audio-video telemedicine after reviewing prescription drug monitoring data.(samhsa.gov)
- Patients may receive an initial six-month supply through telehealth, per the new regulation.(DEA)
- These reforms are backed by SAMHSA guidelines and Federal Register notices.(Federal Register)
- SAMHSA has published guidance on using telemedicine in substance use disorder and mental illness treatments.(samhsa.gov)
- Practitioners are required to comply with 21 CFR Part 1300 and ensure proper recordkeeping and patient verification.(samhsa.gov)
All of this means Subutex treatment online is not only feasible, but fully legal when delivered responsibly through qualified providers like Nashville Addiction Clinic.
Common FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about Subutex Treatment Online
| Question | Answer |
| Is Subutex the same as Suboxone? | Suboxone is buprenorphine combined with naloxone. Subutex is buprenorphine by itself. Many programs use Suboxone; some patients begin with Subutex under certain protocols. |
| Will I go through bad withdrawal doing this? | No—when done properly, buprenorphine induction mitigates withdrawal and minimizes discomfort. It’s why Subutex virtually eliminates cravings and withdrawal. |
| Can I start Subutex if I’ve been using heroin, fentanyl, or methadone? | Yes, but you must be in mild/moderate withdrawal first. Our clinicians guide you through a safe transition from heroin, oxycodone, codeine, hydrocodone, OxyContin, fentanyl, methadone, Kratom, 7-OH, etc. |
| Do I ever have to visit a clinic? | No. Our Tennessee TeleMAT program is entirely virtual—no in-person visits required. |
| How long will I stay on Subutex? | That depends on your recovery goals. Many stay on it for months or years. Eventually, tapering is possible under medical guidance. |
| Will my insurance cover this? | Many commercial plans and TennCare do. See our pages for commercial insurance registration or TennCare. |
| What if I can’t afford it? | We offer a sliding-scale program. Learn more at our Sliding-Scale page. |
| Is virtual treatment safe? | Yes. Our telemedicine care follows legal, medical, and safety standards. Telehealth is already supported by SAMHSA for substance use and serious mental illness.(samhsa.gov) |
Why Nashville Addiction Clinic Is the Right Choice
- Six years of stable service in Tennessee
- First virtual addiction treatment license in state
- 1,000+ Tennesseans treated
- 250+ five-star Google reviews
- Accredited by The Joint Commission
- Clinicians and counselors with master’s degrees
- Owners in active recovery, focused on kindness and respect
- TeleMAT model—no clinic visits required
- Medication same day, delivered or shipped
- Full counseling support and care team
If you’re ready to escape the cycle of chasing pills or using heroin just to feel “normal,” we can help you make a change.
Call or text us at (615) 927-7802 or message us securely via the Spruce Health app to discuss whether subutex treatment online is right for you or someone you care about.
Related Articles
- Your First Suboxone Telemedicine Visit
- TeleMAT Tennessee: A Virtual Lifeline for Opioid Addiction Recovery
- Same Day Suboxone Tennessee: Virtual Addiction Treatment That Works
External Resources
- DEA.gov – Opioid addiction-related articles
- National Institute on Drug Abuse
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC.gov
- National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare
- Locate a Peer Recovery Support Specialist
- Tennessee Department of Health Drug Overdose Dashboard