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Meriter NewStart

Madison, WI

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission IOP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

IOP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Madison, WI · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE.

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Direct line to Meriter NewStart: (608) 417-8144

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About Meriter NewStart

Meriter NewStart offers intensive outpatient services and ongoing care using evidence-based and holistic treatment methods, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and group therapy sessions led by their experienced and professional staff. Their intensive outpatient program (IOP) provides addiction education, focusing on healthy coping mechanisms and life skill training that can contribute to successful long-term recovery. Patients partaking in this program are introduced to the 12-Step treatment approach, healthy healing methods, support groups, and continuing care for relapse prevention. NewStart’s IOP meets in a therapeutic group setting 5 days a week, 3 hours per day. Once individuals are ready to step down to a lower level of care, their outpatient program provides individualized and 1-on-1 care with physicians, certified counselors, and addiction treatment specialists on a monthly basis. The ongoing individual care may involve medication-assisted treatment along with medication management for any co-occurring or mental health disorders. Furthermore, Meriter NewStart provides outside therapy facilitation, resources connecting patients to their recovery communities, and other on-going support throughout the recovery process.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
IOP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Special populations
Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Disulfiram, Buprenorphine sub-dermal implant, Buprenorphine with naloxone, Buprenorphine without naloxone, Buprenorphine (extended-release, injectable), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for Hepatitis C treatment, Medication for mental disorders + 1 more
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: 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

Contact & Location

Address

1015 Gammon Lane, Madison, WI 53719

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Facility direct line

(608) 417-8144

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Meriter NewStart accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Meriter NewStart accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific WI Medicaid plan. Call (608) 417-8144 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Meriter NewStart offer?
This facility offers: IOP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Meriter NewStart have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult women, Pregnant/postpartum women, Adult men.
What therapy methods does Meriter NewStart use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Meriter NewStart?
Call the facility directly at (608) 417-8144 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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