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7.9/ 10Very good
How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.2 / 1.8
Levels of care1.2 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.94 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.6 / 0.6
Patient ratings use 73 Google reviews (4.3★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.
About Ozark Center – New Directions
Ozark Center – New Directions is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider in Joplin, Missouri, located at 3220 South Wisconsin Avenue.
Levels of care offered here include intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as anger management, brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, and motivational interviewing. For opioid use disorder, the program uses buprenorphine and naltrexone. It also prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder.
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, men, seniors or older adults, veterans, and criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients.
Ozark Center – New Directions is accredited by CARF and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency and state mental health department.
Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.
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Who they serve & support services
Specialized groups
Adult women
Adult men
Seniors or older adults
Veterans
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery support
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Counseling & education
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support
Hepatitis education, counseling, or support
Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Ancillary services
Case management service
Early intervention for HIV
Mental health services
Social skills development
Transportation assistance
Suicide prevention services
Licensing & accreditation
State substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Ages accepted
Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Operated by
Private non-profit organization
Exclusive services
Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients
Treatment access in Newton County, MO
5Treatment facilities
1Offer detox
3Buprenorphine or methadone
0Offer 24-hour care
Newton County, MO has 5 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 61,519 residents. 1 facility in the county list detox services. It is one of 3 listed providers of buprenorphine or methadone treatment in the county.
Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.
Location
Address3220 South Wisconsin Avenue Suite C Joplin, MO 64804
What services does Ozark Center – New Directions offer?
Ozark Center – New Directions lists the following levels of care: intensive outpatient (IOP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), dual diagnosis, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.
Does Ozark Center – New Directions accept insurance?
According to SAMHSA data, Ozark Center – New Directions accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicare, medicaid, federal military insurance (e.g., tricare), private health insurance, cash or self-payment, state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid, and samhsa funding/block grants. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.
Does Ozark Center – New Directions offer detox?
Ozark Center – New Directions does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.
Is Ozark Center – New Directions accredited?
Yes. Ozark Center – New Directions reports accreditation from CARF. Accreditation means the facility meets independent quality and safety standards.
Who does Ozark Center – New Directions treat?
Ozark Center – New Directions accepts young adults, adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adult women, adult men, seniors or older adults, veterans, and criminal justice (other than dui/dwi)/forensic clients.
How many addiction treatment programs are in Newton County, MO?
Newton County, MO has 5 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 61,519 residents: 1 list detox services, 3 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).
How does Ozark Center – New Directions rank among rehab centers in Joplin?
Ozark Center – New Directions is #1 of 6 ranked programs in Joplin in our 2026 ranking, based on the StartDrugRehab Score (accreditation, levels of care, payment options, data completeness and patient ratings). Facilities cannot pay to change their rank.
What are the closest alternatives to Ozark Center – New Directions?
The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Oxford House Moffet 2 (Joplin, under 1 miles), Oxford House Centered (Joplin, 1.1 miles), and Oxford House Persephone (Joplin, 1.2 miles). Distances are straight-line.
What is Ozark Center – New Directions' Google rating?
Ozark Center – New Directions has a 4.3-star rating from 73 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.
How do I get admitted to Ozark Center – New Directions or a similar program?
Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Ozark Center – New Directions directly at 417-347-7730. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Ozark Center – New Directions. Our helpline is not affiliated with Ozark Center – New Directions.
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Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Ozark Center – New Directions.
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