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Transferring Your ADHD Prescription to Telehealth
The short answer: It depends on what medication you're taking.
Key Consideration: Stimulant Medications
If you take controlled stimulants (Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse, etc.), federal law requires an in-person evaluation before a telehealth provider can prescribe them — with some exceptions still in place post-pandemic.
What Telehealth Providers Can Help With
- Non-stimulant medications (Strattera, Wellbutrin, Intuniv) can generally be managed via telehealth
- Ongoing management if you've already established in-person care
- Some states have more flexible rules
Recommended Telehealth Options for ADHD
- Done (done.com) - specializes in ADHD, transparent about what they can prescribe
- Cerebral - offers ADHD treatment (check current stimulant policies)
- Ahead - ADHD-focused telehealth
- Teladoc/MDLive - broader platforms with psychiatry services
- Talkiatry - connects you with psychiatrists who can manage prescriptions
Practical Tips
- Call ahead and ask specifically about controlled substance prescribing in your state
- Have your current prescription records ready
- Check if they accept your insurance
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