Merrimack River Medical Services – Healthcare Resource Centers provides drug and alcohol treatment from its location at 18 Mollison Way in Lewiston, Maine. It is a private provider.
Its services include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), a federally certified opioid treatment program (methadone), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and substance use disorder counseling. For opioid use disorder, the program uses methadone and buprenorphine.
Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, Medicare, Medicaid, military insurance (TRICARE), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance. A sliding fee scale based on income is available. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.
The program accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for women, pregnant/postpartum women, men, seniors or older adults, and veterans.
Merrimack River Medical Services – Healthcare Resource Centers is accredited by CARF and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency, state mental health department, SAMHSA certification for opioid treatment program (OTP), and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).