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Boone County, KY
Addiction Treatment Directory

Local rehab centers, MAT/Suboxone clinics, detox facilities, and outpatient programs serving Burlington, Florence, Hebron, Union, and surrounding Boone County communities. Verified 2025.

📍 County Seat: Burlington 👥 Pop. ~140,000 🏥 4+ Treatment Providers ✅ Medicaid Accepted

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Local Facilities

Boone County Treatment Providers

All facilities below are physically located in or primarily serve Boone County. Hours verified 2025 — always call to confirm same-day availability.

BrightView — Florence

Outpatient · MAT / Suboxone · Individual & Group Counseling

Medicaid Walk-in MAT
Address 7675 Mall Rd, Suite 205, Florence, KY 41042
Phone (859) 282-8449
Hours Mon–Fri: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Sun: Closed
Walk-in Policy Walk-ins accepted for new patient intake during business hours. Call ahead to confirm wait times — early morning (before 8 AM) is typically shortest.
Insurance Kentucky Medicaid (all managed care plans), Anthem, Humana, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, self-pay accepted
Local Notes Florence location is BrightView's most accessible Boone County site. Offers medication induction (Suboxone start) same day for qualifying patients. Transportation assistance sometimes available — ask intake coordinator.

Ethan Health — Burlington

Outpatient · MAT · IOP · Individual Counseling

Medicaid MAT IOP
Address 976 Clinic Dr, Burlington, KY 41005
Phone (859) 334-2288
Hours Mon–Thu: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat–Sun: Closed
Walk-in Policy Appointment preferred for initial intake. Same-day assessment may be available — call early morning. Established patients can typically be seen same-day.
Insurance Kentucky Medicaid, most commercial plans, self-pay sliding scale
Local Notes Burlington location is the county seat's primary outpatient option. IOP sessions run weekday evenings — suitable for working adults. Also offers peer support specialist services on-site. Located adjacent to Boone County Health Department.

Brighton Center — Boone County Recovery Services

Outpatient · Women's Recovery · Family Services · Peer Support

Medicaid Sliding Scale
Address Main office: 471 Ewing Blvd, Florence, KY 41042
Phone (859) 283-1700
Hours Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Walk-in Policy Intake by appointment. Call main line for same-week scheduling. Crisis situations can often be accommodated more quickly — explain urgency when calling.
Insurance Kentucky Medicaid, sliding scale fees for uninsured — no one turned away for inability to pay
Local Notes Brighton Center offers specific programming for women with children. They can assist with housing referrals, childcare resources, and transportation during treatment. One of the few Boone County providers with dedicated family case management.

Commonwealth Substance Abuse Services

Outpatient · DUI/Court-Ordered Assessments · Individual Counseling

Medicaid Court Referrals
Address 7310 Turfway Rd, Suite 550, Florence, KY 41042
Phone (859) 282-1300
Hours Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Walk-in Policy Appointment required. If court-ordered, call immediately after your court date — they prioritize court referrals and can typically schedule within 72 hours.
Insurance Kentucky Medicaid, commercial insurance, self-pay. DUI assessment fee approximately $125–$175 self-pay.
Local Notes Frequently used for Boone County District Court DUI diversion and drug court referrals. If your case involves Boone County Family Court, they are familiar with local reporting requirements. Assessment reports can be sent directly to your attorney or the court.

Transitions Inc. — Covington (nearest detox)

Medical Detox · Residential · Outpatient — 15 min from Florence

Detox 24/7 Medicaid Residential
Address 2027 Dixie Hwy, Covington, KY 41011
Phone (Detox) (859) 359-9456 — available 24 hours
Phone (Residential) (859) 491-4435
Walk-in Policy Detox line is 24/7. Call before arriving — they will assess over the phone and confirm a bed is available. Boone County residents regularly use this facility for detox.
Insurance Kentucky Medicaid, most commercial plans, sliding scale
Local Notes Nearest full-service medical detox to Boone County. About 15 minutes from Florence via I-71/75. If you need medical detox for alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines, this is the primary option for NKY residents. Boone County has no dedicated inpatient detox unit of its own.

Step-by-Step

How to Get Help in Boone County

1

Assess your situation

Do you need medical detox first? If you are physically dependent on alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines, detox must come before outpatient treatment. Call Transitions Inc. at (859) 359-9456 (24/7). If you are not physically dependent, you can go directly to outpatient or MAT.

2

Check your insurance

If you have Kentucky Medicaid, call the provider of your choice — coverage is typically immediate. If uninsured, call NKY ASAP at (859) 577-2273 for treatment voucher options. Do not let insurance questions delay reaching out to a provider.

3

Call a provider directly

For walk-in MAT: BrightView Florence at (859) 282-8449. For outpatient intake: Ethan Health Burlington at (859) 334-2288 or Brighton Center at (859) 283-1700. Explain that you want to start treatment and ask about same-day availability.

4

Prepare for your appointment

Bring: photo ID, insurance card or Medicaid number, list of current medications. If court-ordered, bring your court paperwork. You will typically complete an intake assessment on your first visit — plan for 1–2 hours.

5

Get connected to ongoing support

Your provider will recommend a level of care and help you build a treatment plan. Ask about peer support specialists — NKY has a strong peer recovery network. Narcotics Anonymous meets regularly in Florence and Burlington: find meetings at barcna.com.

Paying for Treatment

Insurance & Payment in Boone County

Kentucky Medicaid

All Boone County providers listed here accept Kentucky Medicaid. There is typically no copay for substance use disorder treatment under Medicaid managed care plans.

  • Plans active in Boone County: Anthem, Humana, Molina, WellCare
  • Not enrolled? Apply at kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-459-6328
  • Medicaid applications can often be processed quickly — don't wait for approval to call a provider

Private Insurance

  • Anthem BCBS, Humana, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare accepted at most providers
  • Verify your plan covers substance use treatment — call the number on your card
  • Ask specifically about in-network MAT and IOP coverage
  • The Mental Health Parity Act requires coverage equal to other medical care

No Insurance

  • NKY ASAP treatment vouchers: (859) 577-2273 — can fund treatment for uninsured Boone County residents
  • Brighton Center: Sliding scale fees, no one turned away
  • Recovery Kentucky Florence: No charge for qualifying residents
  • SAMHSA helpline: 1-800-662-4357 for additional free/low-cost options

Local Questions

Boone County — Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get Suboxone / buprenorphine in Boone County?

BrightView Florence (7675 Mall Rd, Suite 205) is the most accessible MAT/Suboxone option in Boone County with walk-in intake. Ethan Health Burlington (976 Clinic Dr) also offers buprenorphine treatment. Both accept Medicaid. BrightView Florence has Saturday morning hours (7–11 AM), which is uncommon for MAT clinics in the area.

Is there a detox center in Boone County?

Boone County does not have its own inpatient detox facility. The nearest medical detox for NKY residents is Transitions Inc. in Covington, approximately 15 minutes from Florence via I-71/75. Call their 24-hour detox line at (859) 359-9456 before arriving to confirm bed availability. St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Florence/Edgewood can also medically manage acute withdrawal — go to their emergency department if you are in crisis.

Does Boone County have drug court?

Yes. Boone County District Court operates a drug court diversion program for eligible offenders. If you have been charged with a drug-related offense, ask your attorney or the court about drug court eligibility. Commonwealth Substance Abuse Services (7310 Turfway Rd, Florence) frequently handles court-ordered assessments for Boone County cases. Contact them at (859) 282-1300 — reference your court date and they will prioritize scheduling.

How do I get free Narcan in Boone County?

The NKY Health Department's Syringe Access Exchange Program (SAEP) distributes free naloxone (Narcan) to Boone County residents. Call (859) 578-2800 for SAEP locations and hours. CVS and Walgreens pharmacies in Florence and Burlington also stock naloxone over the counter without a prescription — no appointment needed.

Are there AA or NA meetings in Boone County?

Yes. Narcotics Anonymous meetings in Boone County are listed at barcna.com — there are regular meetings in Florence, Burlington, and Erlanger (just across the Kenton/Boone county line). Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are listed at aa-ky.org. Most meeting schedules include weekday evening and weekend morning options.

What if I need treatment but have kids?

Brighton Center (471 Ewing Blvd, Florence) has specific programming for women with children, including case management for housing and childcare support. Their intensive outpatient program can be structured around parenting responsibilities. BrightView and Ethan Health also offer flexible evening IOP scheduling. For residential treatment: Recovery Kentucky Erlanger and Florence have family-focused programming — call their intake lines directly to ask about family accommodations.

Regional Coverage

Nearby Counties & Resources

Kenton County →

Covington, Erlanger. Transitions Inc. detox 24/7, BrightView multiple locations, Mainspring Wellness IOP.

Campbell County →

Newport, Alexandria. Brighton Center Newport, Recovery Kentucky, Centerstone outpatient.

Hamilton County OH →

Cincinnati. CAT, Talbert House, Cincinnati VA. Note: Ohio Medicaid required for most OH facilities.