ADHD Assessment in Fort Lauderdale
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ADHD Testing and Assessment for Children, Teens and Adults
Trouble focusing, staying organized, finishing tasks or sitting still can have many causes. A proper ADHD assessment finds out whether ADHD is the reason, or whether anxiety, depression, sleep problems or something else is involved, so treatment targets the real problem.
One Stop Psychiatry provides ADHD assessments for children age 6 and older, teens and adults at our Fort Lauderdale office at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, and by telehealth anywhere in Florida. We are accepting new patients, and same-day appointments may be available Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, when we accept your insurance.
We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Tricare, Medicare and Medicaid, and offer sliding-scale cash rates. Call (754) 270-6322 and our team will check your coverage before your visit.
What an ADHD Assessment Includes
Your assessment is done by one of our psychiatrists or psychiatric nurse practitioners, and it may take more than one visit to complete.
At the end, your provider reviews the results and next steps with you.
Our ADHD Assessment Process
1. Clinical interview
Your provider asks about current symptoms, when they started, how they affect school, work, home and relationships, and your medical, family and mental health history. For children and teens, a parent or guardian takes part.
2. Standardized rating scales
We use evidence-based ADHD questionnaires completed by you and, when helpful, by a parent, partner or teacher. These compare symptoms against established criteria.
3. Ruling out look-alike conditions
Anxiety, depression, sleep problems, substance use and learning differences can look like ADHD. We screen for these so the diagnosis is accurate.
4. Results and treatment plan
Your provider explains the results in plain language. If ADHD is diagnosed, your plan may include medication, behavioral strategies, therapy and school or workplace accommodations. Learn more about our ADHD treatment.
Assessments are available in person at our Fort Lauderdale office or by secure telehealth video.
Signs It May Be Time for an ADHD Assessment
In children and teens
Frequent careless mistakes, trouble following instructions, losing things, difficulty waiting their turn, constant movement, or teachers raising concerns about attention or behavior.
In adults
Chronic lateness, missed deadlines, trouble starting or finishing tasks, restlessness, impulsive decisions, or feeling that you work much harder than others to stay organized.
Psychiatric symptoms related to autism
ADHD and autism spectrum disorder often occur together. We do not perform autism diagnostic assessments, but our providers treat psychiatric symptoms related to autism spectrum disorder, such as anxiety, irritability, sleep problems and attention difficulties, and help families with behavioral issues.
Book an ADHD Assessment
Request an appointment online or call (754) 270-6322. Tell us the patient’s age and whether you prefer in person or telehealth.
Adults who want a brief starting point can try our six-question adult ADHD screener. It cannot diagnose ADHD or replace this assessment.
What to Bring to Your ADHD Assessment
- Photo ID and insurance card
- A list of current medications and supplements
- Past evaluations, report cards or teacher comments (for children and teens), if you have them
- Notes on the situations where symptoms cause the most trouble
Parents or guardians should attend appointments for children and teens.
Why Families Choose One Stop Psychiatry
- Assessment and treatment with the same team, so there is no waiting for a separate referral
- Psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners and licensed therapists under one roof
- In-person, telehealth and in-home visits
- Rated 4.7 stars from more than 100 Google reviews
Before Your ADHD Assessment: Ages, Providers, Insurance and Next Steps
Who Can Be Assessed
We assess children age 6 and older, teens and adults. A parent or guardian takes part in assessment visits for patients under 18.
Who You May See
ADHD assessments are completed by a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner. Providers on our team whose work includes ADHD care include Dr. Andrew C. Rucker, DO, a psychiatrist who focuses on children, adolescents and college-age patients; Heather Brathwaite, Ph.D., PMHNP-BC; and Michelle Koval, psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. Our staff match you with a provider based on the patient’s age, needs and availability. Meet all of our providers.
Insurance and Payment
Office and telehealth ADHD assessments are covered when your insurance plan covers them. Coverage depends on your individual plan, so our staff contact you to verify your insurance before your appointment is confirmed. In-home visits are not covered by insurance; our staff explain the fee before scheduling. See the insurance plans we accept.
What Happens After You Request an Appointment
- Send a request. Request an appointment online or call (754) 270-6322, Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Our staff contact you. We usually call back the same business day. Requests sent after hours are returned the next business day.
- Insurance check. Staff verify your insurance or explain payment options before anything is scheduled.
- Intake packet. Staff send your intake packet to complete before the visit.
- Confirmation. Staff confirm your appointment time and whether your assessment will be at our Fort Lauderdale office or by telehealth.
Your appointment is confirmed only after our staff confirm the time and location or visit format with you. Request an ADHD assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an ADHD assessment take?
An ADHD assessment may take more than one visit with a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner. Your provider will tell you if information from a parent, partner or teacher is needed.
Do you test adults for ADHD?
Yes. We assess and treat ADHD in adults as well as children and teens.
Can an ADHD assessment be done by telehealth?
Yes. Assessments can be done by secure video for patients anywhere in Florida, or in person at our Fort Lauderdale office.
Does insurance cover an ADHD assessment?
We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Tricare, Medicare and Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan, so our team verifies your benefits before the visit. Sliding-scale cash rates are also available.
Can I get an ADHD appointment quickly?
We are accepting new patients, and same-day appointments may be available Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, when we accept your insurance. Call (754) 270-6322 to check today’s openings.
Will I get medication after the assessment?
If ADHD is diagnosed and medication is appropriate, your provider will discuss options, risks and benefits with you. Treatment can also include therapy and behavioral strategies.
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 and Hindi. 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
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.