ADHD
Treatment in Plano, TX
ADHD Treatment in Plano, TX
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a brain disorder that can affect individuals differently. In adults, if left untreated, ADHD can result in unsteady relationships, diminished work or academic achievements, reduced self-esteem, and various other challenges.
Every adult with ADHD had the disorder during their childhood, with some receiving a diagnosis early on while others becoming aware of it later in life. Although many children with ADHD naturally overcome it, approximately 60% continue to be affected by it into adulthood.
Common Adult ADHD Symptoms
If you’re dealing with adult ADHD, the severity of your symptoms can vary from mild to severe, and they can evolve as time goes on. These symptoms might significantly impact you, or they could have a lesser effect. They might present challenges consistently or only surface in specific circumstances.
No two patients with ADHD are the same. Individuals with the disorder may experience:
- Issues with concentration
- Following directions
- Memory, organization
- Procrastination
- Boredom
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Anger management
- Impulsiveness
- Mood swings
- Unstable relationships
- Substance abuse disorders
- Lack of focus
- Restlessness
- Talking too much
Adult ADHD Treatment
There are several options for treating adults with ADHD. With appropriate care, individuals can have a healthier and more productive quality of life.
Common treatment options for adult ADHD include:
- Therapy to help a patient manage their symptoms.
- Management techniques to help create an environment that will allow the patient to thrive.
- Medication to decrease severe symptoms.
Meet Dr. Ran Friedman
Ran Friedman, M.D. is a Licensed Psychiatrist and Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Alongside his general adult psychiatry training, he has Special interest and training in treatment of Women’s Mental Health issues across the life cycle. He spent a significant time of his residency training with local and national leaders in this field, and he continues to collaborate with community and academic specialists to promote awareness and treatment of mental illness affecting women in the perinatal period.
Dr. Friedman is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the American Group Psychotherapy Association, the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the North Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians, and the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians.
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Insurance and Payment Info
Private Payments for Out of Network with Dr. Friedman
Friedman Psychiatry now accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield (with some exceptions).
Please note that we do not accept any other insurance (also known as out of network). We only submit claims for patients insured with Blue Cross Blue Shield. However, a receipt that can be used by patients to submit for reimbursement to their other insurance companies will be available upon request. Applying for reimbursement is strictly between you and your insurance. Our office does not offer assistance with insurance billing or reimbursement (except for those insured by BCBS). The best way to find out what level of reimbursement your insurance would provide is calling and asking about coverage and reimbursement for out of network Psychiatrist for medication management and/or psychotherapy.
Private Payments for Out of Network with Dr. Friedman
- Initial Consultation $450*
50 minutes to evaluate and formulate initial treatment plan
- Follow Up $150 - $300
Follow up appointments include medication management and/or various elements of psychotherapy. Each patient may have different needs at different times. Follow ups may be scheduled for 20-45 minutes. Depends on the length of time, complexity of the medication management, and the medical complexity of service overall, the rate will fall within the stated price range above. This will of course be reviewed upon request. This range is not a sliding scale. Pricing will be adjusted according to complexity of medical decision and psychotherapy service provided.
- Medication refill outside of a scheduled appointment will be charged to the credit card on file: $ 25.
- This fee will not be covered by your insurance, even in-network.
- This does not take place of need of a follow up appointments to remain in good standing for ongoing service.
- This should be an exception. However, some controlled medications will require out of an appointment refills, which will be charged as above.
- Medication refill outside of a scheduled appointment will be charged to the credit card on file: $ 25.