We understand it can be difficult to find a prescriber for ADHD medications.
Will the Psychiatric Certified Nurse Practitioner at Columbus Behavioral Health prescribe ADHD stimulant medication?
No, our Certified Nurse Practitioner cannot prescribe stimulant medications for you, and neither can any other CNP in the outpatient setting. However, our team of prescribers are able to provide alternative options for ADHD medication management.
Why is the CNP unable to prescribe ADHD medication?
The typical medications used to treat ADHD symptoms are classified as Schedule II Controlled Substances. The Ohio Revised Code has specific regulations around this category of drug, restricting CNPs from prescribing them except in specific situations or settings. ORC 4723.481
Who can prescribe ADHD Medications?
Typically a MD or DO. ADHD Medication may be prescribed by a CNP if that CNP is part of facility with a supervising physician, or in another specifically listed setting such as a community mental health center, a hospital or facility owned or operated by a hospital, a facility operated by the board of health, etc. ORC 4723.481
Some primary care physicians will prescribe, and you can ask yours, but many will not.
Does Columbus Behavioral Health have a provider that will prescribe ADHD Medication?
We have providers that will provide non-stimulant medication options for ADHD Medication. To learn more about the difference between Stimulants Vs. Non-Stimulants, visit: https://columbusbehavioralhealth.com/adhd-medication-stimulants-vs-non-stimulant-options/ or reach out to our psychiatric medication prescribers for support.
