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Short answer: Yes — but only when federal and state rules are followed. Controlled stimulants (Schedule II such as methylphenidate/Adderall, and some Schedule III–V drugs) can be prescribed by telemedicine providers if the clinician is licensed in the patient’s state, has the required DEA registration, and the visit meets federal/state requirements (some states or situations still require an initial in‑person exam).
Examples of legitimate telemedicine services that commonly evaluate for ADHD and — where allowed — will prescribe stimulants:
- Done (getdone.com) — specializes in ADHD treatment via video visits and commonly prescribes stimulants where state law permits.
- PlushCare (plushcare.com) — offers psychiatry visits and has prescribers who can provide stimulant prescriptions in states where teleprescribing controlled substances is legal.
- Teladoc / Doctor On Demand (teladoc.com / doctorondemand.com) — large telehealth platforms with psychiatry services; clinicians may prescribe controlled meds subject to state/federal rules and clinician judgment.
- MDLIVE (mdlive.com) — telepsychiatry and primary care visits; prescriptive authority for controlled meds varies by clinician and state.
- Specialized tele‑ADHD services and individual telepsychiatrists (many found via Zocdoc or psychiatry-specific telehealth clinics) — these clinicians often perform full assessments and can prescribe controlled meds when permitted.
Important things to know before you sign up:
- Availability varies by state. Always check the service’s FAQ or call support to confirm they will prescribe stimulants in your state.
- You will need a proper evaluation (history, symptom assessment, often prior records). Many providers require follow‑ups, treatment plans, and monitoring (pill counts, PDMP checks, controlled‑substance agreements).
- Some providers or states require an initial in‑person visit before any Schedule II prescriptions are issued.
- Avoid any service that promises stimulants without a full assessment or that ships controlled meds from unlicensed pharmacies — that’s unsafe and likely illegal.
If you tell me which state you’re in, I can check whether a particular service is available there and whether they state they prescribe stimulants in that state.