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Ozark Center – New Directions

307 West 11th Street, Lamar, MO 64759

5.0 1 review on Google Maps

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Levels of care4 programsOutpatient
Payment7 optionsTakes private insurance
AgesAdultsAll genders
MATOfferedNaltrexone
LanguagesEnglish
AccreditationCARFIndependent quality review

StartDrugRehab Score

Our 10-point score combines licensing and accreditation, the levels of care and payment options this facility reports, and patient ratings from Google and StartDrugRehab.com reviewers. Paid or claimed listings never change a score. Read full methodology

How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation1.2 / 1.8
Levels of care0.9 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.8 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.6 / 0.6

Patient ratings use 1 Google review (5.0★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.

About Ozark Center – New Directions

Located at 307 West 11th Street in Lamar, Missouri, Ozark Center – New Directions is a nonprofit addiction treatment program.

Care options include standard outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, Matrix Model, and relapse prevention. For opioid use disorder, the program uses 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, and clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders.

Ozark Center – New Directions is accredited by CARF and licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency and state mental health department.

Programs & levels of care

Treatment approaches

  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Matrix Model
  • Relapse prevention
  • Substance use disorder counseling
  • Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
  • Trauma-related counseling

Medications used

  • Acamprosate (Campral®)
  • Disulfiram
  • Naltrexone (oral)
  • Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable)
  • Medication for mental disorders
  • Nicotine replacement
  • Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation

Insurance & payment

MedicaidAccepted
MedicareAccepted
Private InsuranceAccepted
Military Insurance (TRICARE)Accepted
Cash / Self-PayAccepted
Sliding Scale FeesAccepted
State-Funded / Low-CostAccepted

Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)

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How Ozark Center – New Directions compares

    Closest alternatives

    1. Correction ServicesCarthage · 22 mi · MAT, Outpatient
    2. Oxford House CarthageCarthage · 23.3 mi
    3. Community Mental Health Consultants – Fast Comprehensive CareNevada · 23.6 mi · Detox, MAT, IOP

    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
    • 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

    Counseling & education

    • 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
    • Mental health services
    • Social skills development
    • Suicide prevention services
    Licensing & accreditationState substance use treatment agency, State mental health department, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
    Ages acceptedYoung Adults, Adults, Seniors
    Operated byPrivate non-profit organization
    Exclusive servicesSpecially designed program for DUI/DWI clients

    Treatment access in Barton County, MO

    1Treatment facilities
    0Offer detox
    0Buprenorphine or methadone
    0Offer 24-hour care

    Barton County, MO has 1 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facility for 11,717 residents. No facility in the county lists detox services, so people who need medically supervised withdrawal usually have to travel to another county first. It is the only listed provider 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

    Address307 West 11th Street
    Lamar, MO 64759
    Facility's own phone417-681-0552
    Websitefreemanhealth.com/ozark-center

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    Questions about Ozark Center – New Directions

    What services does Ozark Center – New Directions offer?

    Ozark Center – New Directions lists the following levels of care: 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, clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, and clients who have experienced trauma.

    How many addiction treatment programs are in Barton County, MO?

    Barton County, MO has 1 SAMHSA-listed treatment facility for about 11,717 residents: 0 list detox services, 0 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).

    What are the closest alternatives to Ozark Center – New Directions?

    The nearest other SAMHSA-listed programs are Correction Services (Carthage, 22 miles), Oxford House Carthage (Carthage, 23.3 miles), and Community Mental Health Consultants – Fast Comprehensive Care (Nevada, 23.6 miles). Distances are straight-line.

    What is Ozark Center – New Directions' Google rating?

    Ozark Center – New Directions has a 5.0-star rating from 1 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 417-681-0552. 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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