Treatment Information

The evaluation process is the first step for someone seeking treatment. Patients are screened and evaluated for appropriateness of treatment according to federal guidelines. Issues, problems and strengths will be identified and developed into a treatment plan. Each patient receives a medical evaluation. The medical department is responsible for dispensing methadone, as well as dealing with patient health issues. Professional medical care assures that medical conditions such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, venereal disease, cardio-vascular disease, HIV infection, and issues of prenatal care are diagnosed and managed early. Patients diagnosed with any of the above noted problems will be referred to outside agencies for care and follow-up of those conditions.

An initial urine screen serves to verify addiction. Ongoing random urine screens assure that progress is monitored. Urine screen results are one of the tools used in managing treatment and include urine specimens, blood samples, as well as alcohol sensor testing if indicated. The counselor and patient mutually agree upon recommendations for treatment. Patients are highly encouraged to participate in all phases of treatment. Addiction is a chronic, relapsing disease that is both preventable and treatable. Recovery means becoming involved in healthy relationships, counseling, and the community. At Lubbock Lighthouse, all patients are required to participate in individual and group counseling. This will help you develop the skills necessary to remain drug free. You will learn to identify and correct problems and to work each day to prevent relapses.

Lubbock Lighthouse methadone and suboxone treatment program offers these services:
Individualized Counseling
Urine Drug Screenings
AIDS/HCV Education & Prevention
HIV/HCV Testing, and Hepatitis C Education, Counseling and Referrals                                                                                                                                       Referral to Inpatient/Residential Programs if needed and indicated
Community Education
Medical Consultation, Coordination & Referral
Drug & Alcohol Screenings and Assessments

Location: #24 Briercroft Office Park, Lubbock, Texas 79412

Also viewable in Google Maps (search term:  Lubbock Lighthouse)

Phone:  806-744-3419

Kirk McLaughlin, Program Sponsor
Terry McEldowney, Program Director

Afterhours emergency phone:  806-744-3419

A free Lubbock Lighthouse app can be downloaded in the IOS and Android app stores.

Medication Hours
Monday through Friday: 6:00AM to 12:00PM
Saturday 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM (only)
Counseling Hours
Monday through Friday: 6:00AM to 2:00PM
Saturday 6:00AM to 8:45 AM(only)

Fees for methadone are $105.00/week payable at $15.00/day plus an initial $45.00 set up fee to see the Medical Director, get the assessment for a licensed counselor, get initial lab work done, etc.  The total intake fee for methadone including the first week’s dosing is $150.oo.   Fees for subutex (buprenorphine) are an initial set up fee of $149.00 and then $126.00/week payable at $18/day.   The total intake fee for subutex is $275 which includes the first week’s dosing.  You are responsible for paying for the week whether or not you attend – as the staff is present and ready to serve you.
Other patient guidelines will be explained to you at screening and intake if you choose to join the program.

5 Responses to Treatment Information

  1. admin says:

    go ahead and give us a call at 806-744-3419 and we can answer any questions you might have about the program.

  2. Frank Britto says:

    I have been trying to quit Hydrocodone, i been sober a week and my body is hurting so bad and i feel like im going to die or go crazy..they said yall help people get off of them, im scared to go to rehab here because of no medical detox…feel like im dying pls help

    • admin says:

      A lot depends on how long you have been abusing hydrocodone and your current level of use on whether methadone or Subutex is the most appropriate treatment for you. We are happy to assist you in deciding if you will call 806-744-1384 and ask to speak to a counselor. All are trained to guide you to the most appropriate treatment modality.

  3. Shelley says:

    I’m a severe alcoholic
    I need inpatient, but only have Humana health Care, via medicare

    • admin says:

      I would suggest calling the number on the back of your Humana card to find what inpatient treatment programs in the area they authorize services for. Possibly Dovetree locally might accept it. Managed Care Center treats alcoholism but since they have the state indigency contract I am unsure if they take Humana insurance.

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