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
6:00am - 7:00pm PST
Meet Your Care 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.
This service is amazing. Pleasant interactions with all staff members. Eric has been very helpful, non-judgemental, and efficient in getting me off of full agonist opioids. I’m already transitioned and doing great.
Web Developer, Sacramento, CA
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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.”
San Diego County has been grappling with a significant opioid crisis in recent years. From 2015 to 2021, San Diego County experienced a notable increase in opioid-related overdoses and encounters.
Fentanyl is a key player. Fentanyl deaths more than tripled from 143 in 2019 to 450 in 2020.
The fentanyl crisis demands a multifaceted, sustained response from all levels of government and community stakeholders. While progress has been made, the impact of fentanyl on San Diego underscores the need for continued vigilance, innovation, and commitment to saving lives and supporting those affected by this potent opioid.
Key Statistics on Opioid Use in San Diego
- The impact of fentanyl on San Diego County has been staggering. In 2018, 92 fentanyl-related deaths were recorded. In 2022, 815 fentanyl-related deaths were recorded. That represents an increase of 785% over 5 years.
- Fentanyl now accounts for nearly two-thirds of all fatal overdoses in the region.
- San Diego’s proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border makes it an epicenter for opioid trafficking, resulting in more opioid seizures than at any other domestic port of entry.
- San Diego has received a substantial portion of the more than $200 million distributed directly to local governments.
- San Diego faces a projected shortage of 18,500 behavioral health professionals by 2027.
Opioid Overdose Statistics in San Diego
- San Diego County has seen a 115% increase in opioid-related deaths from 2016 to 2020, reaching 528 deaths in 2020.
- Opioid-related deaths in San Diego have increased by 20% in the last five years, with fentanyl-related deaths rising over tenfold during the same period.
Demographic Data & Insights
- Young adults (18-24 years) represent a significant portion of those affected, accounting for 89.6% of screened youths in a recent study.
- Males are more heavily impacted, comprising 71.6% of screened individuals.
- Middle-aged adults, particularly those ages 45 to 64, have experienced alarming increases in opioid-involved overdose death rates.
- Hispanic or Latino individuals represent the largest affected group, accounting for 51.2% of screened youths.
- Black or African American individuals comprise 29.2% of those screened.
- White individuals make up 17.7% of the screened population.
Common Opioids & Prescribing Trends
- The period from 2017 to 2019 saw an accelerated reduction in opioid prescribing, with a 35.1% decrease in total morphine milligram equivalents (MME).
- The annual decrease in total MME averaged 5.9% from 2012 to 2019. These changes reflect efforts to address the opioid crisis through more cautious pain management approaches.
- The composition of opioid-related deaths in San Diego County in 2022 includes 70% fentanyl, 20% prescription opioids, and 10% heroin.
- Fentanyl has transformed the opioid crisis in San Diego, escalating it to unprecedented levels of danger and mortality. This synthetic opioid, 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine and 25 to 50 times stronger than heroin, has become the primary driver of overdose deaths in the region.
State Funds & Resource Allocation
- The San Diego Police Department has launched specific initiatives to combat the surge in fentanyl overdoses, reflecting a citywide commitment to addressing this crisis.
- San Diego is among the counties with the largest overall number of deaths from fentanyl and other opioids in California, alongside Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside. These populous counties have received 48.5% of the opioid settlement money distributed among counties and cities in California
- Executive Order 2022-1, signed by the Mayor of San Diego, directs the following actions:
- Strengthening enforcement for fentanyl sales-related crimes
- Pursuing legislation to reclassify illicit fentanyl as a Schedule I drug federally
- Seeking sentencing enhancements for trafficking near schools
- Advocating for state and federal funding for enforcement, education, and treatment programs
- The NIH HEAL Initiative invests over $250 million annually to prevent and treat opioid misuse, addiction, and overdose
Resources & Support Groups in San Diego
- San Diego County’s Access and Crisis Line
- Provides information and referrals to addiction treatment services
- Phone: 888-724-7240
- American Addiction Centers’ Laguna Treatment Center
- Offers medically supervised detoxification and withdrawal management
- Address: 24552 Pacific Park Dr, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
- Phone: 949-647-4618
- Healthy Life Recovery
- Provides comprehensive addiction treatment programs in a picturesque Southern California setting
- Address: 1010 Turquoise St, San Diego, CA 92109
- Phone: 858-201-4249
- Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD):
- Offers MAT services, including buprenorphine/naloxone and naltrexone treatments
- Address: 823 Gateway Center Way, San Diego, CA 92102
- Phone: 619-515-2300
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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
2159 India St Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92101
