Psychiatrist for Coral Springs, FL
Same-day visits are often possible
See us in our Fort Lauderdale office or by video anywhere in Florida, including Coral Springs. Ages 6 and up. We take Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and most major insurance plans. Se habla español.
Seeing a Psychiatrist from Coral Springs
We’re about 18 miles from Coral Springs, roughly 35 minutes without traffic. Families often come in for the first ADHD visit and then switch to video for follow-ups. We don’t have an office in Coral Springs, so you can see us by video or at our Fort Lauderdale office. We see kids from age 6, teens and adults.
To book, call (754) 270-6322 or send us a request. Office hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 to 5. Same-day visits are often available.
What Coral Springs Patients Usually Ask About
ADHD at any age
ADHD is the most common reason Coral Springs families call. We see kids starting at age 6, as well as teens and adults, and a parent joins for anyone under 18. Most people start with an ADHD assessment.
Psychiatry and therapy under one roof
Our psychiatric providers and our licensed therapist work on the same team, which makes it easier to coordinate medication and therapy. Therapists do fill up, so ask about openings when you call.
New patients
Yes, we’re accepting new patients ages 6 and up, including people with Medicare, Medicaid and most commercial plans.
Video or Office Visit?
- By video: telehealth works on a phone or computer, with nothing to download. You just need to be somewhere in Florida.
- In person: our office is at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308.
- At home: in-home visits are a private-pay option. Call to find out if Coral Springs is in range.
Driving from Coral Springs
Head east toward the coast on Commercial Boulevard or Oakland Park Boulevard. Our office is just off Oakland Park, close to the beach. Read more about our care across Broward County.
What We Offer
Patients from Coral Springs come to us for ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, substance use disorders. Services include ADHD assessments, Psychiatric evaluations, Medication management, Therapy, Telehealth visits, Same-day appointments.
Not sure where to begin? A psychiatric evaluation is the usual first step.
How a Video Visit Works
- Reach out. Send a request or call. Mention your preferred language.
- Insurance check. Staff verify your plan and send a short intake packet.
- Your first visit. Your provider asks about symptoms, history, current medications and your goals.
- Your plan. Prescriptions go to the pharmacy you choose, and your provider sets the follow-up schedule with you.
You need to be in Florida during each video visit. Our providers are licensed in Florida.
Care That Starts in Person
Our office is about 18 miles from Coral Springs, far enough that most patients choose video. Most care works well by video, but two things begin with an office visit at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308: a first prescription for a stimulant ADHD medication, and long-acting injections. Non-stimulant ADHD options can usually start by video. Your provider will tell you if an office visit applies to you.
Insurance for Coral Springs Patients
We accept Medicare, Florida Medicaid (including Sunshine Health and Carelon), Tricare, Aetna, Florida Blue, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum and Humana. Coverage depends on your plan, so staff check your benefits before the first visit. Without insurance, ask about sliding-scale self-pay rates. See insurance details.
Patients across Broward County see us the same way, and visits are available in English, Spanish, Russian, Urdu, Hindi and Hebrew.
Questions from Coral Springs Patients
Do you have an office in Coral Springs?
No. Our only office is in Fort Lauderdale at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, about 18 miles away. You can also see us by video.
Do you treat adult ADHD?
Yes, including adults who were never diagnosed as kids.
Can I see a psychiatrist and a therapist at the same practice?
Yes, when a therapist has room. We’ll tell you what’s open when you call.
Are you taking new patients?
We are. Call (754) 270-6322 or request an appointment online.
How long does an ADHD assessment take?
It depends on the person’s age and history. We’ll tell you what to expect and what to bring when we confirm your appointment.
Do you treat bipolar disorder?
Yes. We handle diagnosis, medication and lab monitoring.
Can ADHD medication be prescribed by telehealth?
After an evaluation, ADHD can be treated by video. A first stimulant prescription needs one visit at our Fort Lauderdale office; non-stimulant options can usually start by video.
How to Book
After you call or send a request, someone from our office gets back to you to check your insurance, email your intake paperwork and lock in a time. Insurance we accept includes Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana and Optum (details). No insurance? Ask about sliding-scale pricing.
Dr. Murtaza Ali and psychiatrist Dr. Andrew Rucker work alongside our psychiatric nurse practitioners, a physician assistant and our in-office therapist. See who you might see. Hablamos español.
Other Cities Near Coral Springs
We also see patients in Margate, Sunrise, Deerfield Beach, and anywhere else in Florida by video. See all the areas we serve.
We’re not an emergency service. If you’re thinking about hurting yourself, call or text 988 any time. In Broward County you can also dial 211 (211 Broward) for 24-hour crisis support and help finding local services.
Who You'll See
Your care is with our team of physicians, psychiatric nurse practitioners and a physician assistant. Visits are available in English, Spanish, Russian, Urdu, Hindi and Hebrew. Our staff can help you choose someone who's a good fit.
Dr. Andrew C. Rucker, DOPsychiatrist
Dr. Murtaza Ali, DOAddiction specialist and family physician
Dr. Heather Brathwaite, PhD, PMHNP-BCPsychiatric nurse practitioner
Michelle KovalPsychiatric nurse practitioner. Speaks Russian and Hebrew
Neal Fouke, PAPsychiatric physician assistant
Muhammad Nawaz, PMHNP-BCPsychiatric nurse practitioner. Speaks Urdu and HindiRequest an Appointment
Tell us how to reach you. Our team calls back the same business day, Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Your appointment is confirmed once staff call you to set the time and place.
Prefer to talk to someone? Call (754) 270-6322.
Our Office
3015 N Ocean Blvd, Ste C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308. Phone: (754) 270-6322. Open Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Video visits are available anywhere in Florida. Directions and parking.