Is your clinic built for the ADHD care of tomorrow?

There’s been a push within the US healthcare system in the last few years to move towards a more flexible care model. By utilizing virtual consultation capabilities and digital ADHD tools, clinicians have a unique advantage to expand their services and adapt to a more flexible care model.

Let’s analyze the trends, challenges, and opportunities of telepsychiatry in ADHD care.

Elevated exposure

The CDC reported that in 2022, over 7 million US children were diagnosed with ADHD, an increase of 1 million compared to 2016. Other recent reports show that approximately 15.5 million adults in the US have been diagnosed with ADHD. This rise in awareness and growing demand for ADHD services raises important questions about accessibility, reliability, and sustainability.

Read our guide on the benefits of remote ADHD testing and strategies to overcome potential hurdles.

Advancements in ADHD care

The past decade has seen a massive rise in ADHD diagnoses. Research around underlying factors has caused an increase in treatment options available for children and adults with the condition.

• 1. Remote accessibility

Studies show that digital ADHD testing has the same clinical validity as in-person assessments. Patients can complete assessments from the comfort of their homes, thereby reducing no-show rates and helping reduce administrative burden on the clinic’s end.

• 2. Objective evidence-based solutions

For today's clinics, reliability is crucial to ensure standards of care meet not only patient expectations but also regulatory compliance. Digital ADHD tests like QbCheck are validated to provide evidence-based data, enabling you to make informed decisions.

How telepsychiatry gives clinics a competitive advantage in the US market

ADHD clinics face growing pressures to meet rising demands without compromising clinical accuracy and treatment validity. Integrating telepsychiatry solutions into your practice can not only improve patient outcomes but also position you as a forerunner in ADHD care innovations. Here are some benefits:

Differentiation from traditional clinics

Research supports the effectiveness of telepsychiatry in providing ADHD care to patients.

Data-driven care

By utilizing QbCheck data during the decision-making and medication titration process, telehealth-focused psychiatrists can optimize each patient’s medication and balance their ADHD symptoms at the lowest effective dose.

Sustainability for the future

Telepsychiatry positions clinics to adapt to the growing demand for flexible, patient-centric healthcare, and digital interventions help bridge gaps between patients and healthcare professionals.

Keeping pace with regulatory changes

Several clinicians have raised concerns about not having proper guidelines in the US for diagnosing adults with ADHD. As a step in the right direction, American Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD) appointed a new committee to develop diagnostic and treatment guidelines for adult ADHD based on a critical review of the scientific literature.

Recent regulatory changes by the DEA have expanded the role of telehealth in ADHD care, bridging many gaps

Steps to implement telepsychiatry in your independent clinic

Clinicians can make simple changes and deliver high-quality care in remote settings. If you’re considering telepsychiatry for ADHD, start with these steps: Read the complete article here.

Thank you Sherri Hutchinson for contributing to this article!