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Transferring Your ADHD Prescription to Telehealth
The answer is it depends, mostly on what medication you're taking.
The Key Issue: Stimulant Restrictions
If you take a stimulant medication (Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin, Concerta, etc.), federal law requires an in-person visit before a telehealth provider can prescribe it — with limited exceptions. This was a pandemic-era rule that has been extended but remains in flux.
Non-stimulants (Strattera, Wellbutrin, Qelbree, Intuniv) can generally be prescribed via telehealth more freely.
What You Can Realistically Do
Some telehealth providers can:
- Review your history and continue your prescription after an evaluation
- Handle non-stimulant medications freely
- Work alongside your current doctor
Recommended Telehealth Options for ADHD
- Done – Specializes in ADHD, straightforward process
- Cerebral – Offers ADHD treatment with therapy options
- Talkiatry – Psychiatrist-led, good for complex cases
- Brightside Health – Solid for combined medication + therapy
My Suggestion
Call the telehealth provider directly before signing up and ask specifically about your medication. They'll tell you upfront what's possible in your state.
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