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Our MAT program on Long Island at our Baldwin office combines FDA-approved medications (Suboxone, Sublocade, and Vivitrol) with behavioral therapy to treat the whole person. Medication-assisted treatment on Long Island helps stabilize your body so you can focus on recovery.
Looking for a Suboxone doctor or Vivitrol doctor on Long Island? Our board-certified physicians specialize in Suboxone treatment on Long Island and Vivitrol treatment on Long Island, providing evidence-based medication-assisted treatment care.
Three short answers to the questions most people ask before starting MAT in Nassau County. For a deeper look at each medication, see the comparison and detail sections below.
MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) is the use of FDA-approved medications, combined with counseling and behavioral therapies, to treat substance use disorders. The medications reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms so the brain can heal while you do the recovery work in therapy. MAT is the evidence-based standard of care for opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder, endorsed by SAMHSA, the CDC, and the World Health Organization.
A MAT program pairs medication management with structured outpatient care. At our Long Island MAT program, that means a board-certified physician prescribes and monitors your medication (Suboxone, Sublocade, Vivitrol, or Brixadi), a licensed clinician sees you for individual therapy, and you can attend IOP or group therapy if a higher level of care fits. The medication and the counseling work together — neither part is optional in a real MAT program.
MAT medications are FDA-approved drugs used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). The four most common at our Long Island clinic are Suboxone (daily film/tablet), Sublocade (monthly injection), Vivitrol (monthly injection, opioid + alcohol), and Brixadi (weekly or monthly injection, no nodules). Methadone is also FDA-approved but is dispensed only at federally licensed Opioid Treatment Programs.
Our experienced Suboxone doctors and Vivitrol doctors prescribe and manage the latest medications to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Your treatment plan is customized by our board-certified medical director right here in Nassau County, Long Island.
(Buprenorphine/Naloxone)
Our Long Island Suboxone doctors prescribe this daily oral film/tablet to treat opioid addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
(Buprenorphine/Naloxone)
A dissolvable tablet alternative to Suboxone with a unique formulation that dissolves faster. Available for patients who prefer tablet form.
(Buprenorphine ER)
Once-monthly injection that provides continuous release, eliminating daily dosing requirements. For patients stable on Suboxone treatment.
(Naltrexone)
Our Vivitrol doctors administer this monthly injection that blocks opioid receptors and reduces alcohol cravings. Non-narcotic, at our Long Island clinic.
(Buprenorphine XR)
FDA-approved in 2023, Brixadi offers weekly or monthly injection options with flexible dosing. Unlike Sublocade, Brixadi typically does not cause injection site nodules or welts, making it a preferred choice for patients concerned about visible marks.
New York State has robust regulations promoting access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder (OUD), including drugs like Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone), Sublocade (extended-release buprenorphine injection), and Vivitrol (extended-release naltrexone injection). These stem from mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) parity laws, which require SUD benefits to be provided on par with medical/surgical benefits in regulated plans, combined with specific MAT access protections.
Regulated by the NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS) under Insurance Law §§ 3216, 3221, and 4303, along with federal MHPAEA enhancements:
Governed by separate NYS Department of Health rules, including a single statewide MAT formulary:
Medicare coverage works differently than NYS Commercial/Medicaid plans, with specific distinctions between provider-administered drugs (Part B) and pharmacy prescriptions (Part D).
These regulations aim to reduce barriers to lifesaving MAT, with the strongest mandates in Medicaid and fully insured commercial plans. Coverage is not guaranteed across every policy or for every brand/form, and federal parity provides a baseline floor. For individual cases, consult the insurer or NYS DFS/DOH. As of December 18, 2025, no major overhauls to these frameworks have occurred.
| Insurance Type | Regulated by NYS? | MAT Coverage Required? | Prior Auth Prohibited? | Key Exemptions | Specific Drugs Covered? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fully Insured Commercial Plans (Individual, Small Group, Large Group issued in NY) | Yes (NYS DFS) | Yes, if plan includes prescription/outpatient benefits; SUD treatment at parity | Yes, for formulary buprenorphine and injectable naltrexone | Formulary tiers allowed; non-preferred may need exceptions | Generally yes Strongest protections for Suboxone/Vivitrol |
| Self-Funded ERISA Plans (Common in large employers) | No (Federal ERISA) | No state mandate; federal parity only | No state prohibition | Entirely exempt from NYS rules; coverage varies by employer plan | Varies No guaranteed coverage or PA protections |
| Medicaid (FFS & Managed Care) | Yes (NYS DOH) | Yes, broad MAT required via single statewide formulary | Generally No (for preferred) | Single MAT formulary; quantity limits possible | Yes, all three explicitly covered |
| Medicare | No (Federal) | Varies by Part D plan | Varies federally | No NYS mandates apply | Often covered, but plan-specific |
| Out-of-State Plans (Covering NY residents) | No | No | No | Exempt if policy issued elsewhere | No NYS protections |
| Plans Without Drug Benefits | Partial | No for outpatient drugs | N/A | Can exclude prescription drugs entirely | No requirement for outpatient MAT drugs |
Note: While NYS mandates are strong, individual plan specifics can vary. Always verify coverage directly with your insurer or our admissions team.
When searching for a trusted Suboxone doctor or Vivitrol doctor on Long Island, you'll find experienced specialists here.
Our Suboxone treatment on Long Island is overseen by physicians with specialized training in addiction medicine. We provide individualized dosing, regular monitoring, and coordination with your recovery team.
For Vivitrol treatment on Long Island, our doctors ensure you're properly inducted, monitor your progress, and adjust your recovery plan as needed. Vivitrol treats both opioid and alcohol use disorders.
Starting treatment quickly matters. Most patients can see our Suboxone or Vivitrol doctors within days of their initial call, not weeks.
Our clinic is accessible from across Long Island, providing Suboxone treatment and Vivitrol treatment to residents of Long Island and the greater NYC metro area.
Ready to start your recovery with a Suboxone or Vivitrol doctor?
Schedule Your MAT AssessmentWatch this brief overview of Brixadi, a weekly or monthly buprenorphine injection available through medication-assisted treatment (MAT) on Long Island.
Many MAT clients stabilize faster with structured housing during the first months of recovery. Our affiliated sober homes long island program in Freeport and Uniondale is MAT-friendly — Suboxone, Sublocade, Vivitrol, and Brixadi are all welcomed.
Learn About Long Island Sober LivingAnxiety, depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder commonly co-occur with opioid and alcohol use disorders. Our dual diagnosis treatment program on Long Island treats both at once, in the same care plan, with the same team — so mood stabilization and medication-assisted recovery happen together, not in series. We coordinate psychiatric medications with Suboxone, Sublocade, Vivitrol, and Brixadi to avoid dangerous interactions.
Learn About Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Call us today to schedule your intake. Our compassionate team is here to help you take the first step toward recovery.
Integrity Treatment Partners provides outpatient addiction treatment and mental health services to residents across Nassau County, Queens County, Suffolk County, and Westchester County. The town pages below focus on the nearby Nassau County communities closest to our Baldwin location:
For county-level coverage and current virtual-service availability, view Integrity Locations.
Specifics on dosing, withdrawal, and what to expect.
Monthly buprenorphine injections.
Monthly non-opioid injection for alcohol and opioid addiction.
Weekly and monthly buprenorphine injections.
How MAT works on Long Island, what to expect, and how to get started.
