Telehealth Addiction Treatment in Tennessee: A Safer, Private Way to Start Recovery

Telehealth addiction treatment is changing how people across Tennessee get help for opioid addiction—without clinics, travel, or long waits. If you or someone you love feels stuck, overwhelmed, or afraid of withdrawal, virtual treatment may be the safest first step forward.

Recovery for Tennesseans by Tennesseans in Recovery

Recovery Care of Columbia provides evidence-based Suboxone treatment through secure telemedicine, staffed by licensed Tennessee clinicians. No clinic visits required.

• Serving all communities across Tennessee
• Accredited by The Joint Commission
• Owned and operated by people in long-term recovery

What Is Telehealth Addiction Treatment?

Telehealth addiction treatment allows patients to receive Suboxone treatment, counseling, and medical support through secure video appointments from home. At Recovery Care of Columbia, care is 100% virtual and available statewide.

With telehealth addiction treatment, patients can:

• Meet with licensed providers privately

• Avoid transportation barriers

• Start treatment quickly—often the same day

• Receive prescriptions sent to local pharmacies or delivered

This approach has helped patients in cities like Columbia, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Jackson, and Chattanooga regain stability without disrupting work or family life.

Why Telehealth Addiction Treatment Works for Opioid Addiction

Telehealth addiction treatment is especially effective for opioid use disorder because it combines medical treatment with accessibility.

Suboxone Reduces Withdrawal and Cravings

Suboxone helps stabilize brain chemistry, easing withdrawal symptoms and reducing cravings. 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.

According to the FDA, medication-assisted treatment is a proven, evidence-based approach to opioid addiction (fda.gov).

Who Benefits Most from Telehealth Addiction Treatment?

Telehealth addiction treatment helps people who:

• Live in rural or underserved Tennessee communities

• Have limited transportation

• Work long or unpredictable hours

• Want privacy and discretion

• Feel ashamed or afraid to seek in-person care

• Are parents trying to stay stable for their families

Many patients tell us they delayed treatment simply because showing up to a clinic felt impossible. Telehealth removes that barrier.

Why Patients Choose Recovery Care of Columbia

Here are some of the reasons Recovery Care of Columbia is a trusted provider of telehealth addiction treatment in Tennessee:

• Accredited by The Joint Commission
• Clinic owners in long-term recovery
• Over 100+ Google Reviews (from real patients)
• Recipient of Tennessee’s very first Virtual OBOT medical license
• Over 1000 patients served since 2021
• 2025 regional award winner for the “Best Substance Abuse Facility” by Best of Tennessee
• Same-day Suboxone prescriptions
• A kind and caring staff, some who are in recovery
• Overnight Suboxone delivery available in most areas (the pharmacy charges a delivery fee)
• A compassionate team of caring doctors, nurse practitioners, counselors, and administrators who genuinely care about your recovery.
• No clinic visits, ever. 100% online Suboxone treatment statewide
• Same-day appointments 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

Our helpful 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.

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

This isn’t rushed or impersonal care—it’s structured, supportive, and judgment-free.

What to Expect When You Start Telehealth Addiction Treatment

Step 1: Register Online
Patients can register using:

• Register for virtual Suboxone treatment with TennCare Medicaid
• Register for online Suboxone therapy using commercial insurance
• Schedule a virtual Suboxone doctor appointment as a self-pay patient
• Register as a returning patient
• Apply for our Sliding-Scale Program
• View insurance plans we accept and self-pay pricing
• We accept all TennCare Medicaid plans, including Amerigroup Community Care, BlueCare, United Healthcare Community Plan, and Wellpoint Community Care
• We accept all major health insurance plans, including 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 covers treatment? Click here to check your insurance coverage.

Call or text us at (615) 927-7802 to speak to someone about our telemedicine Suboxone program. You can also message us securely on the Spruce Health mobile app.

Step 2: Attend Your Video Appointment
Appointments are private, secure, and respectful. Providers focus on safety—not judgment.

Step 3: Receive Same-Day Medication
Prescriptions are sent to your pharmacy or delivered overnight.

Insurance, Cost & Accessibility

Telehealth addiction treatment at Recovery Care of Columbia is designed to be accessible:

• 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can telehealth addiction treatment really work?
Yes. Studies supported by SAMHSA show telemedicine MAT is safe and effective (samhsa.gov).

Will my employer know?
No. Treatment is confidential and protected by federal privacy laws.

Do I have to be in Columbia?
No. Treatment is available anywhere in Tennessee.

Addiction-Related Articles

• TennCare Virtual Suboxone Clinic
• Telehealth Suboxone: A Lifeline for Opioid Addiction in Rural Tennessee
• Suboxone via Telehealth: A Lifeline for Rural Tennessee Residents Battling Opioid Addiction
• Medicaid Addiction Treatment: Safe, Affordable Recovery for Rural Tennesseans

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