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
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.
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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.”
Philadelphia’s opioid crisis has reached alarming levels. Nearly 3 in 10 Philadelphia residents personally know someone who has died due to opioid use.
In 2022, 57% of overdose deaths in the city involved both an opioid (typically fentanyl) and a stimulant like cocaine. This pattern significantly increases the risk of overdose and complicates treatment efforts.
Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer not approved for human use, is another emerging threat in the local drug supply. It was detected in 34% of all overdose deaths in Philadelphia, with virtually every xylazine-related death also involving fentanyl.
Access to treatment remains a significant challenge despite effective medications for opioid use disorder. A study found that fewer than 10% of individuals who experienced non-fatal overdoses received medications like naltrexone or buprenorphine in the months following their overdose.
Key Statistics on Opioid Use in Philadelphia
- The opioid crisis in Philadelphia has not affected all areas equally, with certain neighborhoods bearing a disproportionate burden of overdose deaths and related challenges. Kensington, in Philadelphia’s lower northeast side, has emerged as the epicenter, as it has the highest concentration of overdose deaths in Philadelphia, and it’s home to one of the largest open-air drug markets on the East Coast.
- North Philadelphia has seen significant increases in overdose deaths. The 19132 zip code saw a 48% increase in deaths from 2017 to 2021 (35 to 52 deaths), and the 19140 zip code had a 61% increase from 2017 to 2021 (52 to 84 deaths). These areas, including neighborhoods like Hunting Park, Tioga, and Nicetown, are particularly hard-hit by the crisis.
- Synthetic opioids like fentanyl have become increasingly prevalent in Philadelphia. Fentanyl has emerged as the primary driver of overdose deaths, replacing heroin as the most common drug involved in fatal overdoses.
Opioid Overdose Statistics in Philadelphia
- In 2022, Philadelphia experienced 1,413 unintentional drug overdose deaths, marking an 11% increase from 2021.
- Philadelphia’s overdose death rate is the highest per capita among large U.S. cities, with over 60 deaths per 100,000 residents.
- In 2022, 80% of overdose deaths contained both an opioid (primarily fentanyl) and a stimulant, indicating a trend of poly-drug use. Stimulants, such as cocaine, were detected in over 70% of overdose deaths.
Demographic Data & Insights
- Non-Hispanic Black individuals saw a nearly 20% increase in overdose deaths from 2021 to 2022.
- From 2018 to 2022, overdose fatalities increased by 87% among Black individuals and 43% among Hispanic individuals.
- In 2022, Black men experienced the highest number of overdose fatalities among any demographic group in the city.
- The median age of overdose victims in Philadelphia increased from 43.5 in 2018 to 48 in 2022.
Common Opioids & Prescribing Trends
- In Pennsylvania, opioid prescribing rates have decreased substantially. The prescribing rate in 2017 was 53.7 prescriptions per 100 population. In 2019, the rate was 40.7 prescriptions per 100 population.
- Longer-term prescriptions (>7 days) decreased more significantly (43%) compared to short-term prescriptions (27%)
- Prescriptions for larger quantities (>22 pills) saw a greater reduction (37%) than those for smaller amounts (21%). These changes are particularly significant given that longer-term opioid use is associated with a higher risk of dependence and potential for abuse.
State Funds & Resource Allocation
- In 2022, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health distributed 54,036 doses of naloxone to communities.
- The city installed a Naloxone Near Me Tower, a 24/7 vending machine dispensing free naloxone, in West Philadelphia.
- Since May 2019, Philadelphians can access free naloxone by mail through a partnership between NEXT, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and SOL Collective.
Resource & Support Groups in Philadelphia
- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) in Philadelphia
- SMART Recovery in Philadelphia
- Community Behavioral Health
- Provides substance abuse treatment for people who don’t have medical assistance or Medicaid
- Call: 888-545-2600
- Ryan’s Hope Program
- Provides a support group for parents who have lost a child to substance use or overdose; meetings held monthly, and pre-registration required
- Address: 336 King of Prussia Road, Radnor, PA 19087
- Phone: 610-687-5150
- Pennsylvania’s Get Help Now Hotline
- Provides information about available treatment within the state
- Phone: 800-662-4357
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
21 S 11th Street, Floor 2, Philadelphia, PA 19107
