Psychiatric Medication Management in Pembroke Pines, FL
Twelve Oaks Psychiatry provides psychiatric medication management for adults and adolescents, including those transferring from another prescriber, in person at our Cooper City office just north of Pembroke Pines and by telehealth across Florida. Pembroke Pines commuters average just over 30 minutes each way to work, and ongoing care should not add another long drive. Michael Hernandez, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, leads every appointment personally.
Medication Care Near Pembroke Pines
Medication management here covers the full cycle: an initial evaluation, prescriptions when appropriate, follow-up visits that measure progress and side effects, dose refinements over time, and coordination with the therapist or medical office already involved in your health.
If a previous prescriber retired or left your network, your chart and current medications become the starting point here. Continuity is the goal, though every decision follows a fresh evaluation.
Why Choose Twelve Oaks Psychiatry
Nothing about your medication is decided by someone who just met you. Michael, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, is the clinician at each appointment, and every refill and adjustment reflects the history you two have built.
The office sits just across the Pembroke Pines line, 5 to 15 minutes via Palm Avenue, Flamingo Road, or I-75, with video visits for busier weeks.
- 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 Pembroke Pines?
Just minutes. The Cooper City office at 10400 Griffin Rd, Suite 201 borders Pembroke Pines to the north, roughly 5 to 15 minutes from most neighborhoods via Palm Avenue, Flamingo Road, or I-75. Addresses on the far west side run toward the longer end.
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 prescriber is retiring. How do I move my medication care to Twelve Oaks?
Book a first visit and sign a records release so your chart can follow you. Michael reviews your treatment history, keeps your current regimen as the working baseline, and makes any changes with you after evaluation. Specific medications are never guaranteed beforehand.
Do refill visits require coming into the office?
Not usually. Once care is established, many follow-ups happen by secure video from anywhere in Florida, with prescriptions sent electronically to your pharmacy. Michael flags the situations where an in-person visit serves you better, and you can mix formats freely.
Can my teenager’s medication be monitored here?
Yes. Adolescent medication care runs through the same structure, with a parent or guardian present and informed at each step. Options for attention, mood, anxiety, or sleep concerns are explained by class, started carefully, and watched closely at follow-ups.
Is medication always part of the plan?
No. An evaluation sometimes points toward therapy, better sleep, or simply monitoring before anything is prescribed. Talk therapy is not offered here, so when it is the right tool, Michael refers you to therapists he trusts and stays coordinated with them.
I live in Pembroke Pines and my workday runs long. When can I be seen?
Appointments run Monday through Friday, 10am to 6pm, with same-day openings often available and bookable up to two hours ahead. Telehealth visits from home or a private space after your commute keep medication follow-ups from costing half a day.
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.