Medication-Assisted Treatment in New Hampshire

Heartfelt Recovery Centers provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in Hudson, NH, serving patients from Nashua, Manchester, and across New Hampshire. Our MAT program combines FDA-approved medications with individual counseling, group therapy, and structured outpatient care to treat opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder.

To learn whether MAT is right for you, call (603) 207-1633 or verify your insurance to speak with our admissions team today.

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What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment?

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders. MAT is the gold standard for opioid use disorder, recognized by SAMHSA, NIDA, and the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). Research shows MAT reduces opioid overdose deaths by approximately 50 percent and significantly improves treatment retention compared to non-medicated approaches.

MAT works by addressing the neurobiological components of addiction that willpower and behavioral therapy alone cannot fully overcome. Opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder involve measurable changes in brain chemistry and receptor function. FDA-approved medications target these changes directly, reducing withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and relapse risk while behavioral treatment builds long-term recovery skills.

SAMHSA reports that fewer than one-third of people with opioid use disorder receive MAT, despite its strong evidence base, often due to stigma or lack of access. At Heartfelt Recovery Centers in Hudson, NH, MAT is fully integrated into our PHP and IOP programs, making it accessible to patients across southern New Hampshire.

MAT Medications Available at Heartfelt Recovery Centers

Heartfelt Recovery Centers offers buprenorphine-based medications, including Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone), and naltrexone (Vivitrol) for opioid use disorder, and naltrexone for alcohol use disorder. All medications are prescribed and monitored by a licensed MAT prescriber at our Hudson, NH facility. Medication selection is individualized based on each patient’s diagnosis, history, and clinical needs.

Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is a partial opioid agonist that reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings without producing the full euphoric effects of opioids. The naloxone component is included to deter misuse by injection. Buprenorphine is a Schedule III controlled substance prescribed by DEA-certified providers in an outpatient setting.

Naltrexone (Vivitrol) is a full opioid antagonist available as a monthly injectable that blocks opioid receptors, preventing opioids from producing euphoric effects. Naltrexone is also FDA-approved for alcohol use disorder and reduces alcohol cravings in patients with alcohol use disorder. Patients must complete detox from opioids before starting naltrexone.

For patients who require methadone treatment, Heartfelt Recovery Centers coordinates referrals to SAMHSA-certified opioid treatment programs (OTPs) in the New Hampshire area. Methadone maintenance can only be dispensed through federally licensed OTPs and is not available in standard outpatient settings. Our admissions team facilitates this referral as part of a broader care coordination approach.

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How MAT Works at Heartfelt Recovery Centers

MAT at Heartfelt Recovery Centers is never medication alone. Every patient receiving MAT is enrolled in our PHP or IOP program, which includes individual therapy, group therapy, relapse prevention planning, and skills development. This combination of medication and behavioral treatment produces significantly better outcomes than either approach in isolation, consistent with SAMHSA best practice guidelines.

Psychiatric evaluation during intake assesses co-occurring mental health conditions that may affect medication selection and dosing. Patients with dual diagnosis conditions such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder receive integrated mental health care alongside their MAT, ensuring the full clinical picture is addressed.

MAT prescribers at Heartfelt Recovery Centers monitor patients regularly, adjusting medication as clinical needs change. Medication management appointments are coordinated with therapy sessions to reduce scheduling burden and support consistent treatment engagement throughout the program.

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MAT for Opioid Use Disorder in New Hampshire

New Hampshire has been significantly impacted by the opioid epidemic, with consistently high overdose rates relative to its population (NH DHHS, 2023). MAT is the most effective intervention for reducing opioid overdose death risk and supporting sustained recovery, and it is a central component of New Hampshire’s state response to the opioid crisis.

Heartfelt Recovery Centers’ MAT program in Hudson, NH, serves patients from Nashua, Manchester, Derry, and surrounding communities who need access to evidence-based opioid use disorder treatment and heroin addiction treatment close to home. Patients who need medical detox before starting MAT can be referred through our detox coordination service before transitioning into our outpatient programs.

Insurance Coverage for MAT in New Hampshire

The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) and the Affordable Care Act require most insurance plans to cover MAT as a substance use disorder benefit. Heartfelt Recovery Centers accepts Anthem BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, WellSense, Humana, Medicaid NH, and Medicare.

Coverage specifics for individual MAT medications vary by plan. Our admissions team verifies your medication and program benefits before your first appointment at no cost. Call (603) 207-1633 or verify your insurance to get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does MAT stand for?

MAT stands for medication-assisted treatment. It is an evidence-based approach to treating substance use disorders that combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies. SAMHSA, NIDA, and the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) recognize MAT as the gold standard for opioid use disorder treatment. Heartfelt Recovery Centers offers MAT within PHP and IOP outpatient programs in Hudson, NH.

What medications are used in MAT at Heartfelt Recovery Centers?

At Heartfelt Recovery Centers, MAT medications include buprenorphine-based medications (Suboxone) and naltrexone (Vivitrol) for opioid use disorder, as well as naltrexone for alcohol use disorder. Medication selection is individualized based on each patient’s diagnosis, medical history, and treatment goals. All medications are prescribed and monitored by a licensed MAT prescriber within our outpatient programs in Hudson, NH.

Is MAT the same as being on drugs?

No. This is a common misconception. FDA-approved MAT medications normalize brain chemistry disrupted by addiction, reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings, and allow patients to engage fully in behavioral therapy and recovery. SAMHSA, NIDA, and ASAM classify MAT as evidence-based treatment. People taking MAT medications as prescribed within a structured program are in recovery, not in active substance use.

Does insurance cover medication-assisted treatment in New Hampshire?

Yes. Most major insurance plans are required to cover MAT as a substance use disorder benefit under the Affordable Care Act and the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act. Heartfelt Recovery Centers accepts Anthem BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, WellSense, Humana, Medicaid NH, and Medicare. Call (603) 207-1633 or verify your insurance online to confirm your specific MAT benefits.

Take the First Step Toward Recovery

Medication-assisted treatment at Heartfelt Recovery Centers in Hudson, NH, is designed to give you the best possible foundation for recovery. Call (603) 207-1633 or verify your insurance to start the process today.

Heartfelt Recovery Centers

41 Sagamore Park Road, Hudson, NH 03051

Serving: Hudson, Nashua, Manchester, Salem, Derry, Merrimack, Litchfield, Londonderry, Northern Massachusetts

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