Psychiatric Medication Management in Hollywood, FL
Twelve Oaks Psychiatry provides psychiatric medication management for adults and adolescents, new or transferring, in person at our Cooper City office west of Hollywood and by telehealth across Florida. More than 24,000 Hollywood residents changed addresses within the past year, and settling in somewhere new often includes finding a new prescriber. Michael Hernandez, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, personally leads every visit.
Psychiatric Medication Care in Hollywood
Good medication care rests on follow-through: an evaluation to establish what is needed, then regular visits to measure response, catch side effects early, adjust doses thoughtfully, and keep any therapist or primary care doctor coordinated with the plan.
Already on medication? Records from your previous prescriber are reviewed, and what has been working is respected as your starting point. What continues is decided together, after evaluation, never assumed.
Why Choose Twelve Oaks Psychiatry
A prescription is only as good as the follow-up behind it. Michael, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, provides that follow-up himself at every visit, tracking your response over months rather than reading it from a chart.
From most Hollywood neighborhoods, the office is 20 to 30 minutes west via Griffin Road or I-595, and routine refill visits can happen by video instead of a crosstown drive.
- Smooth transfers from prior prescribers
- Same prescriber at every visit
- Medication options explained by class
- Refills on a predictable schedule
- Same-day appointments available
- Most major insurance accepted
How Medication Management Works at Twelve Oaks
Getting started is simple, whether you are beginning medication or transferring ongoing care.
1- Schedule Your Appointment
Call (954) 947-1130 or book online. Weekday openings run 10am to 6pm, and same-day visits can often be booked up to two hours ahead.
2- Complete Your Evaluation
Meet with Michael for a full psychiatric evaluation. If you are transferring care, he reviews your records and current medication list so nothing starts from zero.
3- Receive a Personalized Plan
Decide together what comes next. Options are explained by medication class, with benefits, side effects, and monitoring covered before anything is prescribed.
4- Ongoing Care & Support
Follow-up visits track how you are responding, keep refills on a predictable schedule, and adjust doses carefully as your needs change.
Who We Treat
Medication needs look different at every age, and care at Twelve Oaks is matched to each person.
Adults
Evaluation, prescribing, and ongoing medication monitoring for adults at every stage.
Adolescents
Adolescents receive medication care with parents involved at every step.
Children
For younger children, Michael helps families find the right specialized care.
FAQ
How far is Twelve Oaks Psychiatry from Hollywood?
Twelve Oaks Psychiatry sits at 10400 Griffin Rd, Suite 201, Cooper City, generally 20 to 30 minutes west of Hollywood via Griffin Road or I-595. Many people come in person for the first evaluation, then move routine follow-ups to telehealth.
What happens at the first appointment?
The first visit is an unhurried conversation about your history, symptoms, and goals. Bring your current medication list, and if you are transferring care, any records you have. Michael reviews everything with you and explains possible next steps before anything is decided.
My telehealth company shut down. Can my medication care continue here?
Yes, that situation is common and manageable. Bring whatever records you have, plus your pharmacy details and medication list. After a full evaluation and records review, Michael builds a plan from your current regimen, though no specific medication is ever promised before evaluation.
How do telehealth visits and refills work together?
Follow-up visits happen by secure video anywhere in Florida, and prescriptions go to the pharmacy you choose. Refill timing is matched to your medication and your visit schedule, so coverage stays steady, and office visits remain available whenever you prefer them.
Do adolescents need a separate kind of medication visit?
Adolescent visits follow the same careful structure with a parent or guardian involved throughout. Dosing, monitoring, and follow-up timing are adjusted for teens, options are explained to both teen and parent by class, and Michael coordinates with therapists and pediatricians.
Is medication the only option offered?
Medication is the practice’s focus, but it is never forced. If the evaluation suggests therapy, structure changes, or watchful waiting instead, Michael says so and connects you with therapists for counseling, since talk therapy is not provided here. Plans are built around what the evaluation shows.
I moved to Hollywood recently. Can you take over prescriptions written in another state?
In many cases, yes, once care is established here. Michael reviews out-of-state records the same way as local ones, completes a full evaluation, and follows Florida prescribing requirements. Some medications carry extra rules, so bring complete records to the first visit.
Do you accept insurance for medication management?
Yes. Twelve Oaks Psychiatry accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, AvMed, and 200+ additional plans. Coverage varies by plan, so please confirm your benefits and in-network status with your insurer before your first visit.
Are same-day appointments available?
Often, yes. Same-day appointments are frequently open Monday through Friday, 10am to 6pm, for office and telehealth visits, and can be booked up to two hours before the visit. Calling (954) 947-1130 earlier in the day helps.
What should I do in a mental health crisis?
If you feel you might harm yourself or someone else, or you are in immediate danger, call 9-1-1 right away. For crisis support, you can reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. In many Florida communities, 2-1-1 connects you to crisis information and local referrals.
Schedule Your Appointment
Take the first step toward feeling better. Call or book online, and care can often start the same day.