Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Hybrid care: Hollywood office plus encrypted follow-up
Best-practice telehealth looks boring: same note, same pharmacy send, same follow-up.
Clinical scope of Telehealth Psychiatry in Broward County
Home evaluation is allowed when the environment is private and the presentation is not an emergency.
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Protocol elements we do not skip
Location attestation in the note.
Convert to office if video cannot complete risk assessment.
Crisis script includes 988 and nearest ER to Plantation.
Tech test before first visit when possible.
Clinical FAQ
Is this the same as therapy?
No. This is medical psychiatric care. Therapy referrals remain separate.
What platform do you use?
A HIPAA-compliant video platform. You will get a link after booking.
What about emergencies?
988 or ER. Video visits are not emergency departments.
Can I do the first visit by video?
Often yes if privacy and risk allow. We may require Hollywood for complex or high-risk cases.
Does insurance cover telehealth?
Often; verify. Coverage is not guaranteed by this page.
Will you see me in a parked car?
Only if it is private, stationary, and clinically appropriate. Driving is a no.
How long is the drive from Plantation?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 15-20 minutes from Plantation via 595 or Broward Boulevard. Telehealth is also available for follow-up appointments.
Do you take a functional approach to psychiatry?
Yes. Beyond traditional medication management, we investigate root causes including hormone levels, thyroid function, and nutritional deficiencies — an approach Plantation patients particularly value.
Parking, hours, and video visits
ZIP 33311 is the lead postal code listed for Plantation. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Plantation patients who drive 18 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
If video fails, call the number on file.
Schedule the next visit before disconnecting.
Access from Plantation
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Plantation include Plantation Acres, Jacaranda, and the Broward Boulevard professional district. ZIP codes 33311, 33313, 33317, 33322 map to this service-area page.
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Telehealth Psychiatry visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
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How Telehealth Psychiatry is structured
Verify insurance telehealth coverage before the visit when possible.
Order labs to a draw site near 33311 when indicated.
Confirm Florida GPS/self-attested location and identity.
Schedule the next visit before disconnecting.
Next step
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Telehealth Psychiatry can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Telehealth Psychiatry so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
Related care
Clinician: Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Last medical review: 2026-09-21.
Florida telehealth psychiatry is available to established and new patients located in Florida at the time of the visit, subject to licensure and clinical appropriateness. An in-person evaluation at the Hollywood office may be recommended when a physical exam, vital signs, or a more complete diagnostic interview is needed.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It does not establish a provider-patient relationship. Always seek care from a qualified clinician for questions about a medical or psychiatric condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department.