Telehealth has become an essential part of mental health and addiction recovery care in Florida. Virtual therapy sessions \u2014 including individual counseling, group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management \u2014 provide convenient access to licensed clinicians without barriers like travel, transportation, or rigid scheduling. For people in addiction recovery, telehealth supports continuity of care after completing treatment, reduces relapse risk through regular therapeutic contact, and makes it easier to access help during high-risk moments.<\/p>\n
In 2019, Florida passed HB23, establishing formal practice standards for telehealth. While the law didn\u2019t mandate telehealth coverage, it created a framework that has encouraged insurers to expand virtual care. Most major insurers in Florida now include telehealth in standard plans:<\/p>\n
Confirm your specific telehealth coverage by verifying your benefits using our free online tool<\/a><\/strong> or calling (561) 340-7269<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Our telehealth services are provided by the same licensed clinicians who deliver in-person care, ensuring consistent quality and continuity:<\/p>\n You need a device with a camera and microphone (smartphone, tablet, or computer) and a stable internet connection. Our platform is HIPAA-compliant.<\/p>\n If you are experiencing active withdrawal symptoms, need medical detox, or require inpatient residential treatment, in-person care at our Palm Beach facility is the appropriate starting point. Telehealth is most effective for outpatient-level care and aftercare. Unsure which is right for you? Call (561) 340-7269<\/strong>. Learn about our inpatient program.<\/a><\/p>\n Some outpatient components are available virtually, including individual counseling, group therapy, and medication management. Contact us to discuss whether telehealth is appropriate for your situation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Research shows telehealth produces comparable outcomes for depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders at the outpatient level. Medical detox and inpatient treatment require in-person care.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Telehealth for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery in Florida Telehealth has become an essential part of mental health and addiction recovery care in Florida. Virtual therapy sessions \u2014 including individual counseling, group therapy, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management \u2014 provide convenient access to licensed clinicians without barriers like travel, transportation, or rigid scheduling. For people […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5006","blog","type-blog","status-publish","hentry","category-insurance"],"acf":{"written_by":303,"enable_medically_and_up":"","medically_reviewed_by":null,"medically_reviewed_content":"This article was reviewed by a medical professional to guarantee the delivery of accurate and up-to- date information. View our research policy.<\/a>","up_to_date":"The Editorial Team at The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health fact-checks, reviews, edits and continuously updates content we publish on this website.","page_first_published_date":"20201126","page_last_edit_date":"20201126","highlighted_description":"If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, help is available. Speak with a Recovery Advocate by calling 888-648-0738<\/b><\/a> now.","key_takeaways":"","source":{"source_label":"View Sources","source_content":"Telehealth Services at The Recovery Village at Baptist Health<\/h2>\n
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When In-Person Care May Be More Appropriate<\/h2>\n
\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
Does insurance cover telehealth therapy in Florida?<\/h3>\n
Can I do outpatient rehab via telehealth?<\/h3>\n
Is telehealth as effective as in-person therapy?<\/h3>\n
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