How to Find a Doctor Who Can Prescribe Azstarys (Dexmethylphenidate/Serdexmethylphenidate) Near You [2026 Guide]

Azstarys (dexmethylphenidate/serdexmethylphenidate) is a Schedule II controlled substance, which means it can only be prescribed by healthcare providers with DEA prescribing authority. If you're newly diagnosed with ADHD or switching providers, here's everything you need to know about finding a qualified prescriber in 2026.

Who Can Prescribe Azstarys?

Any licensed healthcare provider with DEA Schedule II prescribing authority can prescribe Azstarys. This includes:

Psychiatrists — especially those specializing in ADHD, child and adolescent psychiatry, or adult psychiatry

Pediatricians — for children and adolescents with ADHD (ages 6 and older for Azstarys)

Primary care physicians (PCPs) — family medicine and internal medicine doctors who treat ADHD in both adults and children

Neurologists — may prescribe Azstarys, particularly for complex cases or comorbid neurological conditions

Nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) — can prescribe Schedule II controlled substances in most states when they hold appropriate DEA prescribing authority

Can I Get Azstarys Through Telehealth?

Yes — with important caveats. During the COVID-19 public health emergency, the DEA allowed telehealth providers to prescribe Schedule II controlled substances like Azstarys without a prior in-person evaluation. These waivers have since been extended but are subject to ongoing regulatory review. As of 2026:

Many telehealth platforms — including Done, Cerebral, Ahead, and others — provide ADHD evaluations and can prescribe Azstarys in most states

DEA regulations on telehealth prescribing of controlled substances continue to evolve — check with your specific telehealth platform for current policies in your state

Some states still require an initial in-person evaluation before controlled substance prescriptions can be issued via telehealth

How to Find an ADHD Prescriber Near You

Ask your primary care doctor for a referral: Your PCP may be comfortable prescribing Azstarys themselves, or can refer you to a psychiatrist or specialist.

Use your insurance's provider directory: Log in to your insurance plan's website and search for psychiatrists or pediatricians (for children) within your network and location.

Psychology Today provider finder: Visit psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists and filter by ADHD specialty and your ZIP code.

CHADD provider directory: CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD) maintains a provider finder at chadd.org that connects patients with ADHD-specialized clinicians.

Telehealth platforms: For faster access, consider an ADHD-specialized telehealth service. These can often schedule evaluations within days rather than the weeks or months it may take to see an in-person specialist.

What to Expect at Your First ADHD Appointment

To receive a prescription for Azstarys, you'll typically need:

A formal ADHD evaluation — which may include symptom questionnaires (like the Conners or ADHD-RS scale), review of childhood history, and sometimes cognitive testing

A physical examination to rule out cardiovascular contraindications (or documentation from a recent physical)

Discussion of medication history, previous ADHD treatment responses, and any substance use history

Informed consent for stimulant medication including review of risks, benefits, and Schedule II status

What to Ask Your Provider About Azstarys

"Is Azstarys appropriate for me, or would a generic dexmethylphenidate ER be comparable?"

"Will my insurance cover Azstarys, or will I need a prior authorization?"

"Can you check that a pharmacy near me has Azstarys in stock before sending the prescription?"

"What is the contingency plan if Azstarys isn't available at my pharmacy?"

Once you have your prescription, don't forget that finding a pharmacy with Azstarys in stock can take some work. Use medfinder to locate pharmacies with your dosage in stock near you before your provider sends the prescription.

For a complete overview of what Azstarys is and how it works, read: What Is Azstarys? Uses, Dosage, and What You Need to Know in 2026.