If you’re looking for a methadone clinic near you in Newark, you’ve found it. CORAS Wellness Newark is a SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Program at 3304 Drummond Plaza, Building #3. We offer same-day intake, early morning hours, transportation assistance, and a take-home dose policy that means most patients visit once a month within 90 days.
No referral needed. Medicaid accepted. If you have no insurance, we can help with that too.
Call our Newark clinic: (302) 454-7520 | MAT hours: Mon–Fri 5:00 AM–1:00 PM | Sat 6:00–9:00 AM
Why Patients Choose CORAS Newark
1. Transportation to Your Methadone Clinic – We Can Help
Getting to a clinic every day is one of the biggest barriers to staying in treatment. CORAS can help arrange transportation for patients who need it. Call us when you schedule your intake and we’ll work through options with you. Getting here should not be the reason treatment doesn’t work.
2. Take-Home Methadone: Less Time at the Clinic
You don’t have to come in every day forever. Our take-home schedule is built around your progress:
- Days 1–30: Daily clinic visits (Mon–Fri). Weekend take-homes from day one.
- 30 days clean: One week of take-home doses. One visit per week.
- 60 days clean: Two weeks of take-homes. Bi-weekly visits.
- 90 days clean: One month of take-homes. One clinic visit per month.
This follows updated SAMHSA guidance confirming that expanded take-home access for stable patients improves treatment retention. Full details on how take-home doses work.
3. Mental Health Treatment Built Into Your Care
Opioid use disorder and mental health conditions go hand in hand. At CORAS Newark, psychiatric nurse practitioners are on staff to evaluate, diagnose, and treat co-occurring conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder, as part of your MAT program, not a separate referral you have to chase.
We also offer individual counseling, group therapy, and case management. The SAMHSA standard under 42 CFR 8.12 requires OTPs to provide counseling alongside medication. We meet and exceed that. For more on the whole-person approach, read our MAT program overview.
How to Get Started: Methadone Treatment Intake in Newark, DE
Same-day intake is available at our Newark clinic. Here’s exactly what to expect:
- Call or walk in. No referral needed. Call (302) 454-7520 or show up during MAT hours (Mon–Fri 5:00 AM–1:00 PM, Sat 6:00–9:00 AM). Bring a photo ID and insurance card if you have them, but don’t let missing documents stop you from coming.
- Screening. A quick drug test and a conversation with clinical staff about your history. This determines which medication is the right fit for your situation: methadone, Suboxone, Vivitrol, or another level of care.
- Intake and orientation. Consent forms, your program handbook, and assignment to your counselor. This is the person you’ll work with throughout your recovery.
- Biopsychosocial assessment. Your counselor uses the ASAM criteria to understand your full situation – physical health, mental health, housing, legal, employment. This builds your recovery plan. For a detailed walkthrough, read what to expect at a methadone clinic.
- Medical evaluation and first dose. A physical exam, bloodwork, and a personal evaluation with our medical director, who meets every new patient on day one. Starting doses are conservative and adjusted over the first few weeks until you’re stable.
Plan for several hours on your first visit. It’s a thorough process, because a thorough process leads to a plan that actually works.
Does Medicaid Cover Methadone Treatment in Delaware?
Yes. Medicaid covers methadone treatment at CORAS Newark and for most patients, that means no out-of-pocket cost. We accept:
- Medicaid – Delaware First, Highmark, AmeriHealth
- Medicare
- Most commercial insurance – employer-sponsored and private plans
- DSAMH – Delaware state-funded coverage for uninsured individuals
No Insurance? You Can Still Get Methadone Treatment in Newark
DSAMH (Delaware Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health) provides state-funded coverage specifically for people who are uninsured. If you have no insurance at all, call us before your first visit and we will help you figure out what you qualify for and get it set up. Cost is not a reason to delay treatment.
Homelessness is not a barrier. Lack of ID is not a barrier. Come in or call – our team will meet you where you are.
Methadone Clinic Serving Newark, Bear, Christiana & New Castle County
Address: 3304 Drummond Plaza, Building #3, Newark, DE 19711
Phone: (302) 454-7520
MAT Hours: Mon–Fri 5:00 AM–1:00 PM | Sat 6:00–9:00 AM
On-site parking. Fully ADA accessible. We serve Newark, Bear, Pike Creek, Christiana, Glasgow, Middletown, and Wilmington.
Other Delaware locations: Wilmington | Dover | Millsboro | Harrington
Frequently Asked Questions: Methadone Clinic in Newark, DE
Can I start the same day I come in?
Yes. Same-day screening, intake, assessment, and first dose are possible at our Newark clinic. Call ahead if you can, but walk-ins are accepted.
Do I need a referral or a doctor’s order?
No referral needed. You can call or walk in directly during MAT hours.
How long do I have to come to the clinic every day?
Daily visits are required for the first 30 days. With consistent clean drug screens, most patients move to once-a-month visits within 90 days. Weekend take-home doses are provided from day one.
Does Medicaid pay for methadone treatment?
Yes. Medicaid covers methadone treatment at CORAS Newark. Most patients with Delaware Medicaid pay nothing out of pocket.
What if I don’t have insurance?
DSAMH provides state-funded coverage for uninsured Delaware residents. Call us before your first visit — (302) 454-7520 — and we’ll help you get coverage set up before intake.
Can you help me get transportation to the clinic?
Yes. We can help arrange transportation for patients who need it. Mention it when you call to schedule intake.
What happens if I relapse during treatment?
You won’t lose your place in the program. Relapse may temporarily affect take-home privileges, but the team’s response is to increase support — not remove it. Our PHP and IOP programs are available when you need a more intensive level of care.
How long will I be on methadone?
SAMHSA recommends a minimum of 12 months, with long-term maintenance as an option for many patients. The timeline is determined collaboratively with your medical team — not by an outside deadline.
What mental health services are available?
Psychiatric nurse practitioners on staff can evaluate, diagnose, and treat co-occurring mental health conditions — including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder — as part of your treatment at CORAS Newark.
What if I need more than outpatient treatment?
If your assessment indicates a higher level of care, we’ll discuss our residential drug rehab program. We will always be honest with you about what level of care is most likely to work.