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Best Insurance-Covered ADHD Care Options
Telehealth Platforms (Most Convenient)
- Done - Works with many insurance plans, specializes in ADHD diagnosis and medication management
- Cerebral - Accepts major insurance, offers therapy + medication management together
- Teladoc - Widely accepted, good for initial evaluations and ongoing care
In-Person Care (Most Comprehensive)
- Kaiser Permanente - Excellent integrated care if you have their insurance; psychiatry + therapy in one system
- ADHD-specialized clinics through major health systems like Cleveland Clinic or Mayo Clinic - insurance typically covers these
What Insurance Usually Covers
- ✅ Psychiatrist evaluations and medication management
- ✅ Generic stimulants (Adderall generic, Ritalin generic, Vyvanse generic now available)
- ✅ Therapy/CBT through in-network therapists
- ❌ Often NOT covered: full neuropsychological testing (can cost $2,000-4,000 out of pocket)
Practical Tips
- Call your insurer first and ask for in-network psychiatrists
- Psychology Today's therapist finder lets you filter by insurance
- Generic medications like amphetamine salts are much more affordable than brand names
Would you like advice on a specific insurance type (Medicaid, employer insurance, etc.)?