CleanSlate Centers

About CleanSlate Centers

CleanSlate Centers operates as a national, multi-state network of outpatient medical facilities focused on addiction medicine. Established in 2009 by Dr. Amanda Wilson, the company was a direct response to the escalating opioid crisis in the United States. Dr. Wilson, an internal medicine physician, was motivated to act after witnessing a sharp increase in young patients hospitalized with severe complications from IV drug use. This experience led her to create one of the first physician-led, office-based opioid treatment programs, allowing patients to receive care without needing to enter a residential detox or rehab facility.

The firm's business model is centered on providing accessible, insurance-based care in an outpatient setting. CleanSlate accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial products, to minimize cost as a barrier to treatment. Revenue is generated by billing these insurers for the services provided at its numerous centers. The company targets communities, both rural and urban, that are struggling with the opioid crisis and often lack sufficient addiction treatment resources. A key milestone was reached in July 2021, when the organization announced it had treated over 100,000 patients since its inception. In 2015, former U.S. Representative Patrick J. Kennedy, a prominent advocate for mental health and addiction equity, joined the board of directors to advise on the company's expansion.

CleanSlate delivers a comprehensive treatment program for opioid, alcohol, and polysubstance use disorders, along with co-occurring mental and behavioral health conditions. The core of its service is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), which combines FDA-approved medications like Buprenorphine (Suboxone), Naltrexone (Vivitrol), and Brixadi with behavioral therapies. This integrated approach is designed to manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings while addressing the psychological roots of addiction. Each patient receives an individualized care plan created by a team of medical professionals and addiction specialists. Beyond MAT, services include individual counseling, relapse prevention, substance use disorder counseling, and telehealth options. The company also offers specialized programs for pregnant women, Hepatitis C treatment with a high recovery rate, and nicotine cessation.