Clinically Reviewed By: Nicole Spellis, MSN, RN — Founder(August 2026)
Gold Standard of Addiction Treatment

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Toledo & Maumee, Ohio

Vivitrol injection and Sublocade injection may be available when clinically appropriate after a medical evaluation.

A same-day assessment may be available depending on the service and availability. Vital Health accepts Ohio Medicaid, Medicare, and most commercial plans. Coverage depends on the specific plan and service. Verify insurance before services begin.

What is Medication-Assisted Treatment?

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the use of FDA-approved medications, combined with counseling and behavioral therapies, to provide a whole-patient approach to treating substance use disorders. MAT is clinically proven to reduce opioid use, overdose deaths, criminal activity, and infectious disease transmission while increasing treatment retention and improving social functioning.

At Vital Health, our MAT program is led by experienced providers who understand addiction as a chronic brain disease — not a moral failing. We prescribe and monitor medications in a supportive, non-judgmental environment where your recovery goals guide every decision.

SAMHSA and the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) recognize MAT as the gold standard for opioid use disorder treatment. Research consistently shows that MAT combined with counseling produces the best long-term outcomes for people struggling with opioid or alcohol addiction.

Medications We Prescribe

Sublocade injection

May be available when clinically appropriate after a medical evaluation.

  • Once-monthly injection in our office
  • No daily medication to manage
  • Reduces overdose risk by 50%
  • Steady medication levels for 30 days

Vivitrol injection

May be available when clinically appropriate after a medical evaluation.

  • Once-monthly injection
  • Blocks opioid AND alcohol effects
  • No abuse potential
  • Requires 7-10 days opioid-free first

Medication evaluation

Vivitrol injection and Sublocade injection may be available when clinically appropriate after a medical evaluation.

  • Medical evaluation
  • Individualized treatment planning
  • Ongoing clinical monitoring
  • Counseling coordination

How MAT Works at Vital Health

1

Assessment & Medical Evaluation

A same-day assessment may be available depending on the service and availability. A medical evaluation determines the appropriate medication and care plan.

2

Medication Induction

Your provider selects the appropriate medication and monitors your initial response. Sublocade can be administered after a brief stabilization period. For Vivitrol, we ensure you are opioid-free for the required period before your first injection.

3

Counseling & Behavioral Therapy

Medication alone is not enough. You will participate in individual therapy, group counseling, and/or our IOP program to address the psychological, social, and behavioral aspects of addiction.

4

Ongoing Monitoring & Support

Regular appointments with your provider to adjust medication dosage, monitor progress, conduct drug screens, and provide ongoing support. Peer support specialists and case managers are available to help with housing, employment, and other recovery needs.

Who Benefits from MAT?

MAT is appropriate for adults struggling with opioid use disorder (heroin, fentanyl, prescription painkillers) or alcohol use disorder. It is especially beneficial for people who:

Have tried to quit without medication and relapsed
Experience intense cravings that interfere with daily life
Are at high risk of overdose
Want to maintain employment during treatment
Have co-occurring mental health conditions
Need a structured approach to long-term recovery
Have been through detox but struggle to stay sober
Want to reduce harm while working toward abstinence

Medication options and assessment availability

You do not need to be in crisis to start treatment. Call us today for a confidential assessment and learn how MAT can help you take back your life.

Call Now — (419) 740-3022