Frequently Asked Questions

Suboxone is a medication prescribed to those struggling with addiction to opiates or opioids, such as heroin, morphine, or prescription pain medications. It can be used to effectively treat opioid use disorder by slowly decreasing dosages as treatment progresses.

The best way to start the journey of recovery is with a phone call. During this phone call, an Evolve employee will complete a consultation which will allow them to find the best treatment option for the patient. In doing so, they will take into account things such as the patient’s location, severity of addiction, financial and insurance situation, and daily schedule.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the combination of mediations and counseling to treat addiction. It is commonly used to combat substance cravings and withdrawal symptoms, making the path to recovery easier and less harmful for some patients. Treatment can occur in a residential or outpatient clinic setting.

Suboxone can be very affordable for a wide range of people. The cost of Suboxone varies depending on each person’s insurance provider. It is best to call in for a consultation and receive an estimate.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is often covered by insurance, including TennCare, but there may be some instances where it is not. It is best to call for a consultation in order to find out how much of treatment will be covered by an insurance provider and how much must be paid out of pocket.

Many patients are enrolled in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) or participate in a 12-Step program while being treated with Suboxone. There are many options to enhance recovery while taking Suboxone and it is recommended that those seeking treatment take advantage of these options.