Behavioral Health Services
ADHD Evaluations in Chicago for Adults, Teens and Children
Difficulty concentrating, staying organized, managing time or controlling impulses can affect school, work, relationships and everyday life. These concerns may be related to ADHD, but they can also occur with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, learning difficulties or other conditions.
ADHD Evaluation at a Glance
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Comprehensive evaluation
Includes clinical history, developmental background, rating scales, and relevant records when needed.
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Adults can be diagnosed later
Adult evaluations also consider whether ADHD symptoms were present earlier in life.
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Telehealth may be available
Many evaluation and follow-up components may be completed virtually when appropriate.
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Medication Is not guaranteed
An ADHD diagnosis does not automatically mean medication or a stimulant prescription.
Who it’s for
When to consider an ADHD evaluation
An evaluation may be helpful when persistent difficulties with attention, organization, follow-through, time management, impulsivity, or restlessness begin interfering with everyday functioning.
Concerns may include frequently losing things, forgetting appointments, missing deadlines, struggling to complete tasks, becoming easily distracted, or having difficulty staying organized.
Experiencing these difficulties does not automatically mean someone has ADHD.
Sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, learning difficulties, and other concerns can sometimes produce similar symptoms, so the evaluation looks beyond a checklist or screening score.
How it works
Treatment options
Behavioral & organizational support
Practical strategies may help with planning, routines, organization, time management, and everyday functioning.
Medication management
Stimulant or non-stimulant medication may be considered when clinically appropriate after an adequate evaluation.
Additional support & referrals
Therapy, school or workplace support, or specialized psychological or educational testing may be recommended when appropriate.
Treatment is individualized rather than determined by the diagnosis alone. ADHD care can involve medication, behavioral approaches, or a combination depending on the patient’s needs.
What to expect
What to expect at your first appointment?
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Tell Us What You’re Experiencing
We review your symptoms, daily functioning, history, and why you are seeking an evaluation.
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Build the Clinical Picture
Your provider determines whether rating scales, records, outside information, vital signs, or additional assessment are needed.
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Discuss Next Steps
Recommendations may include further evaluation, behavioral strategies, medication management, therapy, school or workplace support, or referral.
You do not need to know whether ADHD is the cause before scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can adults be evaluated for ADHD?
Yes. Adults can be evaluated even if ADHD was not diagnosed during childhood. The evaluation considers whether symptoms were present earlier in development.
Is one questionnaire enough to diagnose ADHD?
No. Rating scales may provide useful information, but ADHD diagnosis requires a broader clinical evaluation.
Can ADHD be confused with anxiety or depression?
Yes. Anxiety, depression, sleep problems, learning difficulties, and other conditions can affect concentration and functioning.
Can an ADHD evaluation be completed through telehealth?
Many interview and follow-up components may be completed virtually when clinically appropriate. Additional records, vital signs, or an office assessment may still be needed.
Will I receive medication after my evaluation?
Not necessarily. Medication is prescribed only when clinically appropriate, and a stimulant or another specific medication is not guaranteed.
Does insurance cover ADHD evaluations?
Many plans may cover eligible psychiatric evaluations, but benefits vary. Psychological, educational, and neuropsychological testing may have different coverage.
Insurance and Payment
Renovare accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Illinois Medicaid, along with many commercial and managed-care plans. Coverage for ADHD varies by plan and service. Psychiatric evaluation may be covered differently from psychological, educational, or neuropsychological testing.
Take the first step
Request an evaluation and let Renovare help determine the appropriate next step.
Not an emergency service. For an immediate medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.