ReNu Chattanooga - Hixson Tennessee

ReNu Chattanooga - Hixson, TN

Renu Chattanooga is treatment facility located at 5870 Highway 153, Suite 104 in the 37343 zip code in Hixson, TN that offers medication-assisted addiction treatment. Renu Chattanooga provides suboxone prescription and buprenorphine maintenance to adults and young adults. Some of the treatment approaches used by Renu Chattanooga consist of substance use counseling, motivational interviewing and brief intervention.

Address: 5870 Highway 153, Suite 104, Hixson, TN 37343

  1. Types of Care
  2. Service Settings
  3. Opioid Medications used in Treatment
  4. Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
  5. Type Of Treatment
  6. Pharmacotherapies
  7. Treatment Approaches
  8. FacilityOwnership
  9. License/Certification/Accreditation
  10. Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted
  11. Assessment/Pre-treatment
  12. Screening & Testing
  13. Transitional Services
  14. Ancillary Services
  15. Counseling Services and Education
  16. Tobacco/Screening Services
  17. Facility Smoking Policy
  18. Age Groups Accepted
  19. Gender Accepted
  20. Exclusive Services

Here are the full facility listing details on ReNu Chattanooga in Hixson, TN:

Types of Care at Renu Chattanooga

  • Substance use treatment

Service Settings at Renu Chattanooga

  • Outpatient treatment
  • Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment

Opioid Medications used in Treatment at Renu Chattanooga

  • Buprenorphine used in Treatment

Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment at Renu Chattanooga

  • Does not treat alcohol use disorder

Type Of Treatment at Renu Chattanooga

  • buprenorphine maintenance
  • suboxone prescription

Pharmacotherapies at Renu Chattanooga

  • Buprenorphine with naloxone (Ex. Suboxone)
  • Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable, for example, Sublocade)
  • Clonidine

Treatment Approaches at Renu Chattanooga

  • brief intervention
  • motivational interviewing
  • substance use counseling

FacilityOwnership at Renu Chattanooga

  • a private for-profit organization

License/Certification/Accreditation at Renu Chattanooga

  • State mental health department

Payment/Insurance/Funding Accepted at Renu Chattanooga

  • Medicaid
  • Cash or self-payment

Assessment/Pre-treatment at Renu Chattanooga

  • Comprehensive substance use assessment

Screening & Testing at Renu Chattanooga

  • Drug or alcohol urine screening
  • Screening for mental disorders
  • Screening for substance use
  • Drug and alcohol oral fluid testing

Transitional Services at Renu Chattanooga

  • Aftercare/continuing care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Naloxone and overdose education

Ancillary Services at Renu Chattanooga

  • case management

Counseling Services and Education at Renu Chattanooga

  • substance use education
  • hepatitis education, counseling and support
  • HIV and AIDS education, support and counseling

Tobacco/Screening Services at Renu Chattanooga

  • Nicotine replacement therapy
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation medications
  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Smoking/tobacco cessation counseling

Facility Smoking Policy at Renu Chattanooga

  • Smoking permitted in designated area

Age Groups Accepted at Renu Chattanooga

  • adults
  • young adults

Gender Accepted at Renu Chattanooga

  • women
  • men

Exclusive Services at Renu Chattanooga

  • All Clients in Opioid Treatment Program

Phone #: 423-243-3342

Call (866) 434-2077 for 24/7 help with treatment.

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Is Methadone a safe option for addiction treatment?

Methadone treatment can be a safe and effective option for individuals struggling with opioid addiction, especially when administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider as part of a comprehensive addiction treatment program, such as the one that can be found at ReNu Chattanooga. Methadone is an opioid medication that is used to help manage opioid withdrawal symptoms and cravings, making it easier for individuals to reduce or quit their use of other opioids like heroin or prescription painkillers.

Here are some key points to consider regarding the safety of methadone treatment:

  1. Supervised Administration: Methadone treatment is typically provided through opioid treatment programs (OTPs) or clinics where patients receive a daily dose of methadone under the supervision of healthcare professionals. This helps reduce the risk of misuse and overdose.

  2. Reduces Withdrawal Symptoms: Methadone can alleviate the severe withdrawal symptoms associated with opioids, which can be a significant barrier to recovery. This can enhance the patient's quality of life and make it easier for them to engage in therapy and counseling.

  3. Harm Reduction: Methadone maintenance treatment can be viewed as a harm reduction approach. While it doesn't necessarily lead to immediate abstinence, it reduces the risks associated with illicit opioid use, such as overdose and the transmission of infectious diseases (e.g., HIV and hepatitis).

  4. Individualized Treatment: Methadone treatment should be individualized to meet the unique needs of each patient. The dose is typically adjusted based on the patient's response and progress in treatment.

  5. Legal Regulation: Methadone clinics and providers are subject to strict regulations and oversight by government agencies to ensure safety and appropriate use of the medication.

However, it's important to note that methadone is an opioid itself and can be habit-forming. When taken as prescribed and under medical supervision, the risk of addiction to methadone is relatively low. However, misuse or diversion of methadone can lead to addiction and other negative consequences.

Methadone treatment is not suitable for everyone. Individuals with certain medical conditions or contraindications may not be candidates for methadone treatment. It's essential for addiction treatment centers like ReNu Chattanooga to conduct a thorough assessment before starting someone on methadone.