Are primary physicians authorized to prescribe ADHD medication?

Question

It would be more expensive for me to see a psychologist for ADHD than it would my primary physician. However, are primary doctors allowed to prescribe medications like Adderall, Ritalin, etc.?

Answer 1

They can prescribe ADD meds, but the question is, are they able to diagnose ADD? Primary care physicians may not be comfortable prescribing controlled substances, so discuss this with your primary care Dr.