100% online appointments
Medication often filled same-day
Most insurance accepted
RX Only: See important safety information about Suboxone
SUBOXONE is indicated for the treatment of opioid dependence in adults. SUBOXONE should not be taken by individuals who have been shown to be hypersensitive to buprenorphine or naloxone as serious adverse reactions, including anaphylactic shock, have been reported. Taking SUBOXONE with other opioid medicines, benzodiazepines, alcohol, or other central nervous system depressants can cause breathing problems that can lead to coma and death. Other side-effects may include headaches, nausea, vomiting, constipation, insomnia, pain, increased sweating, sleepiness, dizziness, coordination problems, physical dependence or abuse, and liver problems. For more information about SUBOXONE, see Suboxone.com, the full Prescribing Information, and Medication Guide or talk to your healthcare provider. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Self-pay also available. See Pricing. Don’t see your provider? Schedule a free call to check your coverage.
Step 1
A Quick, Free Call
We’ll chat with you about your situation to make sure our program right for you and answer any questions you have.
Step 2
Your First Appointment
You’ll meet your medical provider and receive your full treatment plan to help with opioid dependance.
Step 3
Suboxone, the Same Day
If you and your provider decide Suboxone is a good fit, pick up your prescription same-day at a nearby pharmacy.
Enrollment Hours
9:00am - 10:00pm EST
Meet Your Care Team
Therapy Team
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Convenience
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Privacy
Your virtual treatment, which is offered through our secure app, is 100% private and confidential.
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Flexibility
We offer flexibility in both your schedule and treatment plan, allowing you to schedule appointments when it works for you.
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Less Wait Times
Unlike many in-office Suboxone doctors, you can get seen by a provider almost right away.
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Robust Suppport
Our online support groups provide you with peer encouragement and guidance and increase your chances of sustained recovery.
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Top Doctors
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Insurance Coverage
We accept most major insurance providers and work directly with them to ensure you get the most out of your coverage.
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Lower Cost
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Same-Day Prescriptions
Over 95% of our prescriptions are filled the same day, allowing you to get the care you need quickly.
I love that I can message my medical team 24 hours a day, & get a quick response. I am so grateful to the Bicycle Health team. I feel like you are a family, who truly cares for me. I can't thank you enough!
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DR. JEN SMITH ON WORKING AT BICYCLE HEALTH
“I don't have to wake up every morning, drive to a clinic, wait in line or worry about missing work for appointments.”
The opioid crisis has significantly impacted Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, with alarming increases in:
- Opioid overdose deaths
- Opioid-related emergency room visits
- Widespread and devastating effects across diverse demographics
However, there have been many local efforts to reduce opioid overdose deaths and increase access to treatment and life-saving care.
Key Statistics on Opioid Use in Charlotte:
- Opioid overdose deaths in Mecklenburg County nearly doubled from 61 in 2015 to 121 in 2016.
- 231 people visited emergency rooms for opioid overdoses in Mecklenburg County in the first quarter of 2022 alone
- Young and middle-aged adults (18-64) have the highest risk for opioid-related emergencies
- There were over 1,500 opioid-related emergency department visits in Mecklenburg County in the most recent year reported.
Socioeconomic Factors in Charlotte
- Lower-income areas are associated with higher rates of opioid-related issues.
- Psychosocial factors such as stress, unemployment, and housing insecurity, which are more prevalent in low SES areas, contribute significantly to the opioid epidemic.
Demographic Data & Insights
- The opioid crisis has shifted from primarily affecting white, middle-class individuals to significantly impacting Black and Brown communities
- Young adults (18-44) experience the highest rates of opioid-related emergency department visits
- Middle-aged adults (45-64) show significant opioid use patterns
- While opioid use has decreased among those aged 0-17 years, it remains a concern
- Women are more likely than men to report both recent (past 30 days) and lifetime prescription opioid use
- Women are also more likely to report depression, back pain, and cancer, which may contribute to higher opioid use
- Men are more likely to engage in binge drinking, which can increase the risk of opioid misuse
Common Opioids & Changing Trends
- The most common prescription opioids used in Charlotte include OxyContin, Vicodin, Percocet, and morphine
- The most common illicit opioids include heroin and fentanyl, the latter of which is a major contributor to the rise in overdose deaths
- Over the past 20 years, the opioid crisis shifted from prescription opioid use to a surge in heroin use to fentanyl being the driving force behind overdose deaths
- In 2021, over 77% of overdose deaths in North Carolina involved fentanyl
State Funds & Resource Allocation
In response to the crisis, Mecklenburg County is set to receive significant funding to address opioid-related issues:
- $72 million over 18 years from national opioid settlements
- Initial $6 million distributed to 15 local organizations focused on addiction solutions
- $4 million to expand addiction treatment services for uninsured and underinsured individuals
- $540,000 for harm reduction resources like naloxone distribution and syringe service programs
Resource & Support Groups in Charlotte
- Community-based naloxone distribution program to prevent opioid overdoses
- Naloxone distribution sites in Charlotte include pharmacies, public health departments, harm reduction organizations, and emergency medical services
- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) in Charlotte
- Syringe services programs, which provide clean needles to reduce the spread of infectious diseases
- Drug-checking services, offering fentanyl test strips to detect the presence of this dangerous opioid
- Outpatient program, MAT, counseling
- 6115 Hickory Grove Road, Charlotte, NC 28215
- Licensed Opioid Treatment Provider, MAT
- 4949 Albemarle Road, Charlotte, NC 28205
- Licensed Opioid Treatment Program, MAT
- 500 Archdale Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217
Frequently Asked Questions
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The cost of buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) varies based on your insurance. Most Medicare and private insurance companies DO cover generic buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone), though may specify the formulation (film vs tab) and set dose limits. The best way to find out is to contact your insurance company.
If you do not have insurance, the cost can vary based on the prescribed dose. Patients unable to afford buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) (regardless of insurance coverage) can apply for cost-assistance. The company that makes Suboxone offers this type of program to help reduce out-of-pocket expenses. To learn more, go to: inSupport program.
You can also get discounted buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) using pharmacy coupons or cash prizes. If you go to the GoodRx website (goodrx.com), you can enter in your zip code and find coupons and discounts at your pharmacy of choice. (On average, if you use GoodRx coupons/discounts, you can slash the typical price of generic Suboxone film from $395 to $118).
If you do not have insurance, the cost can vary based on the prescribed dose. Patients unable to afford buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) (regardless of insurance coverage) can apply for cost-assistance. The company that makes Suboxone offers this type of program to help reduce out-of-pocket expenses. To learn more, go to: inSupport program.
You can also get discounted buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) using pharmacy coupons or cash prizes. If you go to the GoodRx website (goodrx.com), you can enter in your zip code and find coupons and discounts at your pharmacy of choice. (On average, if you use GoodRx coupons/discounts, you can slash the typical price of generic Suboxone film from $395 to $118).
Yes, because of COVID-19, our addiction medicine doctors can write Suboxone prescriptions online. Before COVID-19, doctors who prescribed buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) were required to see each patient in person before writing that patient’s first Suboxone prescription. The in-person requirements were mandated by a law called the “Ryan Haight Act” which was passed by Congress in 2008. But because of the COVID-19 emergency, providers like the ones at Bicycle Health can write Suboxone prescriptions based on telehealth visits only. This eliminates the need for in-person visits for people who want to start treatment online with buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone). The ability for addiction medicine doctors to prescribe buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) to patients who start treatment after the COVID-19 emergency eventually ends is still up in the air. We are currently waiting for guidance from the federal government about whether addiction medicine doctors will continue to be able to write Suboxone prescriptions to new patients without an in-person visit once the COVID-19 emergency ends.
Yes! As long as you are getting buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) from a physician or physician assistant with a license to prescribe Suboxone, it is perfectly legal to get Suboxone prescription online. Providers who can prescribe buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) have received extra training and obtained a waiver (known as an “x” license) from the DEA.
Before you are prescribed buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone), you will need to undergo an initial medical evaluation so that the doctor can ensure that it is an appropriate medication for you, though this does not require an in-person visit and can be done via telehealth (with video or telephone).
Once you have completed this assessment, the doctor will send a prescription to your preferred pharmacy. So, yes! You can find a licensed buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) provider online and they can get you started on it via telehealth services without any in-person appointments.
Before you are prescribed buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone), you will need to undergo an initial medical evaluation so that the doctor can ensure that it is an appropriate medication for you, though this does not require an in-person visit and can be done via telehealth (with video or telephone).
Once you have completed this assessment, the doctor will send a prescription to your preferred pharmacy. So, yes! You can find a licensed buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) provider online and they can get you started on it via telehealth services without any in-person appointments.
It’s easy to schedule an appointment with the addiction medicine doctors at Bicycle Health and our website will check your cost at the same time. To see if we are available in your area and to make your first appointment, visit our scheduling tool here.
If you would like more support around addiction or mental health, SAMHSA’s national helpline (1-800-662-HELP/4357) is available 24/7, 365 days a year. It is a free and confidential service that can direct individuals or families to further treatment options. For example, if you need a detox program, an inpatient program, a dual diagnosis program (that treats both addiction AND mental health), an intensive outpatient program, if you would like to find a methadone clinic, or find a buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) provider based on your location, they can help direct you or your loved ones to the most appropriate next steps in treatment.
- Buprenorphine/naloxone (Subxone) which is available in outpatient clinics (at your primary care doctor’s office or a psychiatrist’s office)
- Naloxone (Vivitrol) which is available in outpatient clinics (at your primary care doctor’s office or a psychiatrist’s office)
- Methadone, which is available only through methadone clinics
If you are interested in Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) offered entirely through telehealth services, visit bicyclehealth.com. To get help on finding other treatment options and levels of care (such as inpatient programs, intensive outpatient programs/IOPs, residential programs, and methadone clinics), call the SAMHSA helpline at:
1-800-662-HELP (4357).
The short answer is, “yes, online addiction medicine doctors are legitimate.” The longer answer is that the online addiction medicine providers at Bicycle Health have at least as much training and experience as in-person addiction medicine doctors. And because Bicycle Health treats patients across the country, our online doctors meet the highest national standards. Our doctors have trained at some of the best medical residency programs and medical schools in the country including Harvard, Johns Hopkins, University of Pennsylvania, University of Arizona, University of Kentucky, and many others. Numerous studies have shown that online addiction medicine is at least as good as in-person clinics, and has even better results than in-person clinics for many patients.
Bicycle Health Suboxone Clinic
1213 W Morehead St, Floor 5, Charlotte, NC 28208
