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How to Beat Kratom Addiction in Tennessee with Virtual Suboxone Treatment
If you’ve been searching for how to beat kratom addiction, you’re not alone. Across Tennessee and the U.S., thousands of people are struggling with kratom dependence, often turning to it as a substitute for opioids. Unfortunately, kratom can be just as addictive, leading to withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and in some cases, serious health risks. The good news is that safe, effective treatment is available—without ever stepping foot in a clinic.
At Recovery Care of Columbia, we’ve treated over 1,000 Tennesseans with our pioneering TeleMAT (Telemedicine Medication-Assisted Treatment) program. With more than six years of trusted service, accreditation from The Joint Commission, and 100+ five-star Google reviews, we are here to help you start your recovery journey today.
Trusted Telemedicine Addiction Treatment for Kratom and 7-OH/7-Hydroxy Addiction in Tennessee
Recovery Care of Columbia provides evidence-based Suboxone treatment for Kratom/7-OH addiction through secure telemedicine, staffed by licensed Tennessee clinicians. No clinic visits required.
- Providing Kratom addiction treatment to all communities across Tennessee
- Accredited by The Joint Commission
- Helping patients learn how to transition from Kratom to Suboxone since 2024.
- Owned and operated by people in long-term recovery who live in Tennessee
- Publisher of Kratom & 7-OH Addiction: Causes, Risks, and How Suboxone Treatment Can Help
Register for telemedicine Suboxone treatment 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.
Why Kratom Addiction is Dangerous
Kratom is often marketed as a “natural” or “safe” alternative to opioids, but studies from the FDA and DEA show that it can cause dependence, withdrawal, and even overdose in high doses (FDA source). The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) also warns that kratom is not a safe substitute for medical treatment.
Risks of Kratom and Opioid Addiction:
- Severe withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, insomnia, muscle aches)
- High risk of mixing kratom with opioids or alcohol
- Possibility of overdose or death when combined with other substances
- Legal and social consequences, including loss of employment or custody
How to Beat Kratom Addiction with Suboxone
The safest and most effective way to overcome kratom addiction is through Suboxone treatment combined with counseling. Suboxone works by attaching to the same brain receptors as opioids and kratom, virtually eliminating withdrawal and cravings.
At Recovery Care of Columbia:
- Same-day prescriptions are available after your first appointment.
- Medications can be sent to your local pharmacy or shipped overnight.
- Treatment is 100% virtual, meaning you never need to travel to a clinic.
- Our master’s-level counselors and experienced medical team provide ongoing support.
- We are the first clinic in Tennessee licensed for virtual addiction treatment.
The Benefits of Telemedicine for Addiction Treatment
Many of our patients in Nashville, Columbia, Chattanooga, Knoxville, and Memphis face barriers like lack of transportation, busy family schedules, or fear of stigma. With our TeleMAT program, you can start treatment from the comfort of your home using just a smartphone.
Why Choose TeleMAT at Recovery Care of Columbia?
- Joint Commission Accredited
- Clinic co-owners are in long-term recovery
- Over 125 five-star patient reviews on Google
- Tennessee’s first Virtual OBOT medical license
- Clinics treated over 1000 patients in 2025
- Regional award winner in 2025 for “Best Substance Abuse Facility” by Best of Tennessee
- TennCare Medicaid and all major health insurance accepted
- Overnight Suboxone delivery available in most areas (a delivery fee applies)
- A compassionate team of caring doctors, nurse practitioners, counselors, and administrators who genuinely care about your recovery.
- No clinic visits, ever: 100% virtual Kratom/7-OH/7-Hydroxy treatment
- Same-day appointments and Suboxone prescriptions available every Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (based on availability)
- Evening appointments available every Monday and Wednesday until 9:00 PM
- Compassionate, stigma-free, judgement-free care
- No referral needed
Our kind staff is happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us or send us a text at (931) 548-3062, or message us securely using the Spruce Health mobile app.
How to Get Started
Recovery doesn’t have to be complicated. With Recovery Care of Columbia, you can register online in minutes:
- Register for virtual Suboxone treatment with TennCare Medicaid insurance
- Register for online Suboxone therapy using private health insurance
- Schedule virtual Suboxone treatment without health insurance
- Returning patient? Click here to restart your treatment
- Apply for our Sliding-Scale Program
- View all health insurance plans we accept
- View our affordable self-pay program with biweekly and monthly payments
- We accept all TennCare Medicaid insurance plans, including Amerigroup Community Care, BlueCare, United Healthcare Community Plan, and Wellpoint Community Care
- We accept all major commercial insurance (from your employer or Healthcare.gov) including BCBS, Cigna, Ambetter, and United Healthcare.
- Same-day appointments and Suboxone prescriptions are often available when fully-registered before 10:00 am Central Time. (based on availability)
Not sure if your insurance covers virtual addiction treatment? Check your insurance coverage now.
Experience a safe transition from hydrocodone, oxycodone, OxyContin, heroin, fentanyl, methadone, morphine, Kratom, 7-OH, 7-Hydroxy, Norcos, Roxicodone, Vicodin, Tianeptine, Tramadol, Opana, Percocet, codeine, oxymorphone, and other opioids.
Call or text us now at (931) 548-3062 to speak to someone about our telemedicine Suboxone program. Or, message us securely on the Spruce Health mobile app. We’re ready to help.
Our patients often tell us the first step was the hardest—but once they reached out, their lives began to change.
FAQs: How to Beat Kratom Addiction
Can Suboxone really help with kratom withdrawal?
Yes. Suboxone has been shown to greatly reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, making the transition off kratom much easier.
How fast can I start treatment?
Most patients receive a same-day prescription after their first telehealth appointment.
Do you accept TennCare?
Yes, we proudly accept TennCare Medicaid, commercial insurance, and self-pay patients.
Do I have to come into the clinic?
No. Our program is 100% virtual—appointments, prescriptions, and counseling are all available from home.
What ages do you treat?
We treat adults from 18 to 65 years old struggling with kratom or opioid addiction.
Meet Our Team
Our kind, supportive staff understands what you’re going through. Many of us are in recovery ourselves, and our goal is to provide treatment with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Patient Success Stories
See what real patients say in our five-star Google reviews. Hundreds of Tennesseans have found hope, healing, and stability through Recovery Care of Columbia.
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Get Started with Kratom/7-Hydroxy Addiction Treatment Delivered to Your Door
- Register for Kratom addiction treatment using TennCare Medicaid
- Register for Kratom addiction treatment using Commercial insurance
- Register for Kratom addiction treatment without health insurance
- Apply for our sliding-scale program
Thanks to our unique virtual medical license, anyone living in East Tennessee, Middle Tennessee, or West Tennessee can safely and legally access online Suboxone treatment using any smartphone, tablet, or computer, without ever having to visit a clinic.
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.
Explore More Kratom/7-OH Recovery Resources
- Ready to stop kratom safely? Learn exactly how to transition from kratom to Suboxone in Tennessee
- National Institute on Drug Abuse
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- DEA.gov – Opioid Addiction Resources
- National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare
- SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Struggling with kratom withdrawal? Read our full Kratom Withdrawal & Treatment Guide in Tennessee