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.
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Your First Appointment
You’ll meet your medical provider and receive your full treatment plan to help with opioid dependance.
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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
8:00am - 9:00pm CST
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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.
The ability to get top notch care without having to interrupt daily activities is a huge plus. It's a game-changer for me and those in my life as it allows for me to take care of my situation with minimal stress!
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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.”
Milwaukee County consistently accounts for a disproportionate share of Wisconsin’s opioid-related deaths. In 2020, Milwaukee County reported 415 overdose deaths, accounting for over one-third of Wisconsin’s total opioid deaths (1,227). The county’s overdose death rate increased by 30% from 2019 to 2020.
Milwaukee has more medication-assisted treatment (MAT) clinics compared to rural counties in the state. However, high overdose rates suggest that treatment availability may not be keeping pace with the crisis.
Milwaukee’s response to the opioid crisis includes interventions and prevention strategies aimed at reducing overdose deaths and addressing underlying factors contributing to substance abuse. These efforts involve collaboration between government agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
Key Statistics on Opioid Use in Milwaukee
- Milwaukee County reported 415 overdose deaths in 2020, the highest in the state.
- Milwaukee’s overdose death rate (67.5 per 100,000 in 2020) is one of the highest in the U.S.
- In 2021 and 2022, 80% of all fatal overdoses in Milwaukee County involved opioids.
- In 2022, 81% of overdose deaths were fentanyl-related, up from 52% in 2018.
- The statewide Native American overdose death rate in Wisconsin was 80.4 per 100,000 in 2021.
- In 2020 alone, there were more than 7,000 treatment admissions for opioid addiction in Milwaukee.
Opioid Overdose Statistics in Milwaukee
- In 2022, there were 644 confirmed drug overdose deaths in Milwaukee County. This marks a potential fourth consecutive year of record-high drug overdose deaths.
- In 2021 and 2022, fentanyl was involved in 80% of all fatal overdoses in the county.
- Milwaukee County’s overdose death rate of 67.5 per 100,000 in 2020 was more than double the rate for the rest of Wisconsin, highlighting the severity of the urban opioid crisis.
Demographic Data & Insights
- In early 2021, overdose victims were diverse: 55% white, 29% Black, and 13% Hispanic, with small percentages of other racial groups. This distribution roughly mirrors the county’s overall population demographics, suggesting that the opioid crisis affects all communities in the area.
- Native Americans had the highest fatal overdose rate at 295 per 100,000 people in 2022. This rate is more than double that of the next highest group, Black Milwaukeeans.
- Caucasian patients received medication for opioid use disorder (OUD) up to 80% more often than Black patients and up to 25% more often than Hispanic patients.
- Overdose deaths among adolescents (ages 10-19) increased by 109% from late 2019 to late 2021, with 84% involving illicitly manufactured fentanyl.
- Substance abuse, particularly involving opioids like fentanyl, is the leading cause of death among people experiencing homelessness in Milwaukee County.
Common Opioids & Prescribing Trends
- While many rural areas across the country have high opioid prescribing rates, major urban districts like Milwaukee often display rates below the national average.
- Buprenorphine, illicit heroin, and fentanyl/analogs caused 84% of opioid deaths in recent years, indicating a shift from prescription opioid abuse to more dangerous street drugs.
- Fentanyl has emerged as the primary culprit in Milwaukee’s opioid epidemic. In 2022, fentanyl was involved in 78% of overdose deaths in Milwaukee County.
- Health officials have reported a rising presence of xylazine, a veterinary sedative, mixed with opioids. This combination increases the risk of overdose and complicates treatment efforts.
State Funds & Resource Allocation
- Milwaukee County continues to allocate resources and implement new programs, focusing on expanding access to evidence-based treatments and addressing the complex needs of individuals struggling with opioid addiction.
- The county expects to receive $70 million as its share of the state’s opioid settlement. This funding will be used to implement strategies such as expanding access to treatment and recovery, as well as supporting harm-reduction efforts.
- Milwaukee County allocated $19.7 million from opioid settlement funds for prevention and treatment programs.
- Over $2 million has been allocated to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office for staffing and supplies.
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services offers grants for prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery programs.
Resources & Support Groups in Milwaukee
- Community-based efforts like the Milwaukee Community Opioid Prevention Effort (COPE) are working to raise awareness and provide resources.
- Website: https://mkecope.wordpress.com/
- Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative
- MORI, created in 2029, is a partnership between the Milwaukee Fire Department, Milwaukee Health Department, and community organizations.
- It provides immediate support to overdose survivors and connects people with treatment and recovery services.
- MORI aims to reach 100% of non-fatal opioid overdose patients who have had contact with Milwaukee EMS.
- Milwaukee Women’s Center
- This organization provides no-cost treatment and services for women struggling with substance abuse.
- Phone: 414-270-4600
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
10150 W National Ave, 2nd Floor, Office 223, Milwaukee, WI 53227
