Suboxone Doctor in NYC —
same-day, physician-led, no gaps.

Looking for a Suboxone doctor in NYC? Here's what most people get wrong.

Most people searching "Suboxone doctor NYC" end up on platforms that treat buprenorphine treatment like a commodity — a quick online visit, a prescription, and see you next month with a different provider. That approach causes gaps. Gaps cause relapses.

SuboxoneNYC was built specifically around the opposite philosophy. Dr. Edward Ratush is the only provider in the practice. You see him every time. He knows your dose, your history, your challenges, and your goals. Continuity isn't a feature — it's the product.

How SuboxoneNYC compares to other options

Feature	SuboxoneNYC	Large Telehealth Platforms	Local In-Person Clinics
Same doctor every visit	✓ Yes	✗ Rotating staff	Varies
Same-day appointments	✓ Yes	Sometimes	✗ Rare
100% telehealth	✓ Yes	✓ Yes	✗ In-person required
Cash pay · FSA/HSA accepted	✓ Yes	Varies	Varies
No prior auth required	✓ Usually	Varies	✗ Often required
Continuity-first model	✓ By design	✗ Volume model	✗ Often overburdened

Serving all five NYC boroughs

Dr. Ratush is licensed in New York and can see patients from anywhere in the five boroughs via telehealth.

Also serving patients in New Jersey. See our NJ page →

What to expect from your first visit

Your intake is reviewed directly. The process covers your treatment history, current medication and dose, and any immediate needs. Once cleared, your prescription is sent to the NYC pharmacy of your choice — same-day pickup in most cases. A brief care-plan confirmation may occur at the start of care if clinically indicated.

What you'll need for your first appointment:

• Your current or most recent buprenorphine dose and formulation
• Pharmacy insurance card (for medication coverage at the pharmacy — separate from practice fees)
• Government-issued photo ID
• Name and address of your preferred NYC pharmacy
• Any prior treatment records you can access (helpful but not required)

Pricing that makes sense

SuboxoneNYC operates on a membership model: $100/month or $1,000/year (save $200), plus a one-time $500 deposit to start. The deposit begins intake, onboarding, and physician review. It does not guarantee a prescription or treatment outcome.

Practice fees are separate from pharmacy medication costs. Pricing is straightforward, and pharmacy coverage questions are handled separately from the continuity-care fee.

Frequently asked questions about finding a Suboxone doctor in NYC

Do I need a referral to see Dr. Ratush?

No. You can book directly online without a referral from another provider.

Can Dr. Ratush take over care from my previous Suboxone doctor?

Yes. This is one of the most common situations we handle. If your previous provider retired, closed, or is no longer available, Dr. Ratush can take over your care and ensure there's no gap in your prescription. Start intake for this situation.

Is telehealth buprenorphine treatment as effective as in-person?

Yes. Multiple studies, including research conducted during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, have shown that telehealth buprenorphine treatment achieves comparable outcomes to in-person care — and often better patient retention due to reduced barriers to access.