Addiction treatment in New York

New York continues to face a growing need for accessible addiction treatment. In 2022, the state reported over 6,000 opioid-related overdose deaths. That number represents thousands of lives lost and thousands more affected. For many people, the challenge isn’t knowing they need help. It’s finding care that fits into their life without judgment or disruption.

Virtual addiction treatment gives people in New York a way to get care discreetly and quickly. It allows someone in Brooklyn, Buffalo, Ithaca, or the Bronx to meet with a licensed provider from home, without needing to arrange transportation, time off work, or childcare. It opens the door for more people to say yes to treatment and to stick with it, and that’s why it matters.

In 2019, New York passed Senate Bill S8416, which expanded the definition of telemedicine services to include audio-only and video-only communications. This allowed for broader reimbursement of telemedicine services under Medicaid and the Child Health Insurance Plan, making it easier for patients to receive care remotely.

Another important change under Assembly Bill A10665 allowed certified peer recovery advocates to support people through telehealth, too. These are individuals who’ve been through recovery themselves and are trained to help others on the same path. Making their services available remotely means more people can get support from someone who truly understands what they’re going through.

New York has also launched a tool called NY MATTERS. It’s a referral network that helps hospitals and clinics quickly connect patients to outpatient treatment for opioid use disorder. It’s simple, fast, and built to get people into care without delay.

Together, these steps are making addiction treatment more accessible for people across New York, especially through telemedicine. And that’s where QuickMD comes in.

How QuickMD supports access to MAT in New York

We provide Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder through virtual visits with licensed providers in New York. You can start or continue treatment from home. There’s no travel, no waiting rooms, and certainly no judgment.

Appointments are available seven days a week, and you’ll work with a provider who listens, works to understand your history, and helps you stay on track. There’s no need to retell your story over and over or wait weeks to be seen.

By offering MAT online, we’re helping more New Yorkers access the care they need, quickly, privately, and in a way that fits into their life.

1. Build a routine

Having a consistent daily schedule can help make recovery more manageable. Whether it’s setting a regular time for medication, meals, or appointments, structure can create a sense of stability when things feel uncertain.

2. Keep in touch with your provider

Ongoing communication with your provider is important. In New York, you can schedule regular virtual visits to talk about how you’re doing, adjust your prescription if needed, and ask questions without needing to travel to a clinic.

3. Know your support system

Recovery can feel isolating, but you don’t have to do it alone. Talk regularly with people you trust, whether that’s a counselor, a peer support group, your provider, or a family member. Staying connected can help you stay motivated.

4. Take it one step at a time

Healing doesn’t happen all at once. Some days will feel easier than others. What matters is that you keep moving forward, even in small ways. Give yourself credit for every step. It all adds up.