What Suboxone is
Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist that can reduce cravings and withdrawal. Naloxone is added to discourage misuse. Suboxone is one brand of buprenorphine-naloxone; generic versions also exist.
Why prescribing requires a qualified clinician
Buprenorphine is a controlled medication. Since 2023, federal law no longer requires a special "X-waiver," so any clinician with a current DEA registration that includes Schedule III can prescribe it. Starting and adjusting medication still needs an individual medical assessment. This site does not give dosing or start-up instructions.
Purpose of the assessment
- Confirm a diagnosis and review health history and other medications.
- Check for risks such as use with alcohol or benzodiazepines.
- Decide whether buprenorphine, another medication, or a different level of care fits best.
Questions about follow-up and medication management
- How often are follow-up visits, and are they in person or by video?
- Is counseling required or recommended alongside medication?
- Who do I contact between visits with side effects or questions?
What to confirm with Long Island Treatment Center
Long Island Treatment Center offers medication-assisted treatment. Its public pages do not confirm whether buprenorphine is prescribed on site or by telehealth. Ask admissions:
- Do you prescribe buprenorphine (Suboxone) for your patients?
- Can medication be combined with virtual IOP?
- Are in-person visits in Hicksville required?
Insurance and pharmacy questions
- Is buprenorphine on my plan's drug list, and is prior authorization needed?
- What is my pharmacy copay for brand vs. generic?
- Does my local pharmacy stock it? Call ahead. More in our insurance guide.
Ask about treatment options
Admissions staff can explain services, assessment, and insurance verification. Asking is not a commitment, and a call does not book an appointment.
Calls go to Long Island Treatment Center admissions, the provider featured on this site.