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.
Step 2
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
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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.
I love that I can message my medical team 24 hours a day, & get a quick response. I am so grateful to the Bicycle Health team. I feel like you are a family, who truly cares for me. I can't thank you enough!
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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.”
The Raleigh-Cary metropolitan area, part of North Carolina’s Research Triangle, is grappling with a significant opioid crisis that mirrors the broader national epidemic. This rapidly growing region has experienced a substantial increase in opioid use and related overdoses in recent years, prompting local authorities and healthcare providers to implement various strategies to combat the issue.
Key Statistics on Opioid Use in Raleigh
- Raleigh saw a 73% increase in opioid use between 2005 and 2015.
- Emergency department visits due to suspected opioid overdoses in Wake County outnumbered fatal overdoses by a ratio of approximately 5 to 1.
- In Wake County, the opioid overdose death rate was 12.8 per 100,000 from 2017 to 2021.
- In 2021, 11.7% of Wake County residents were prescribed an opioid medication.
Opioid Overdose Statistics in Raleigh
- In 2021, at least 180 Wake County opioid overdose deaths involved heroin or fentanyl.
- In 2020, fentanyl was involved in nearly 70% of all opioid-related fatalities in Wake County.
- In 2022, there were 219 opioid overdose deaths in Wake County.
Demographic Data & Insights
- In Wake County, the majority of opioid misuse and overdose incidents occur among young adults and middle-aged people, particularly those between 25 and 44.
- Men are disproportionately affected, comprising a larger percentage of opioid overdose deaths compared to women.
- White residents experience the highest rates of opioid overdose.
Common Opioids & Prescribing Trends
The Raleigh-Cary metro area has been significantly impacted by the opioid crisis, mirroring trends across North Carolina. Understanding the types of opioids commonly found in this area is important for residents, healthcare providers, and policymakers.
Polysubstance use is common in the Raleigh-Cary area. More than 60% of overdose deaths involve multiple substances, with stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamine increasingly being found in combination with opioids.
The opioid landscape in Raleigh-Cary is constantly evolving:
- A shift from prescription opioid misuse to illicit opioid use
- Increased prevalence of fentanyl and its analogs in the drug supply
- Rising rates of polysubstance use involving opioids and stimulants
State Funds & Resource Allocation
To address the opioid crisis, various stakeholders in the Raleigh-Cary area have implemented targeted strategies:
- Wake County Drug Overdose Prevention Coalition: Formed in November 2015, this coalition combines resources from multiple organizations to prevent drug overdoses through education, outreach, and data analytics.
- Expanded Naloxone Distribution: Efforts to increase access to this life-saving overdose reversal medication across the community.
- WakeMed Drug Take-Back Program: An initiative to safely dispose of unused prescription medications, reducing the risk of misuse.
- Increased Mental Health Resources: Approval for additional inpatient beds for short-term crisis care, addressing the link between mental health and substance abuse.
- Innovative Monitoring Approaches: The nearby town of Cary pioneered wastewater testing to identify drug use patterns and effectively target interventions.
- Integrated Opioid Action Plan: Wake County has developed this plan, which includes prevention strategies, treatment and recovery support, harm reduction initiatives, data collection and analysis, and community engagement and education.
Resource & Support Groups in Raleigh
- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) in Raleigh
- SMART Recovery in Raleigh
- Raleigh Recovery
- Offers outpatient treatment with a focus on MAT and counseling
- Address: 6010 Six Forks Rd Suite 203, Raleigh, NC 27609
- Wake County Human Services - Substance Use Services
- Offers a range of treatment options, including MAT, counseling, and case management for people with substance use disorders
- Address: 220 Swinburne St, Raleigh, NC 27610
- Phoenix Counseling and Recovery Center
- Provides outpatient treatment and MAT, along with individual and group therapy
- Address: 2525 Blue Ridge Rd Suite 250, Raleigh, NC 27607
- New Season Treatment Center
- Provides comprehensive outpatient care, including MAT and counseling services
- Address: 3911 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC 27610
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.
