Who Can Prescribe Ketamine in Florida?
In Florida, ketamine may be prescribed by physicians (MD/DO), advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) under physician supervision or autonomous practice, and physician assistants (PAs). Ketamine is a Schedule III controlled substance in the U.S., so prescribers must hold an active Florida medical license and a federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
Where Can Ketamine Treatment Be Administered?
Florida law permits ketamine administration in:
- Licensed medical offices and clinics
- Hospital settings
- Ambulatory surgical centers
- The patient's home, when delivered via telemedicine with appropriate monitoring (oral protocols)
IV ketamine infusion typically requires on-site monitoring, suction, and resuscitation equipment per Florida Department of Health guidance.
Telehealth Ketamine in Florida
Florida physicians may prescribe oral or sublingual ketamine via telemedicine if they hold an active Florida license, conduct an appropriate clinical examination, and follow Schedule III prescribing rules. The Drug Enforcement Administration's telemedicine flexibilities (initiated during COVID-19, periodically extended) currently allow controlled-substance prescribing without an in-person visit, with extensions reviewed by the DEA each year.
What to Look For in a Florida Ketamine Clinic
- Florida-licensed prescribing physician with active DEA registration
- Pre-treatment psychiatric evaluation
- Continuous monitoring during in-clinic sessions (vital signs, pulse oximetry)
- Written informed consent covering risks (dissociation, blood pressure changes, abuse potential)
- Integration with mental-health follow-up
Florida Board of Medicine Disciplinary History
Patients can verify any Florida physician's license status, board certifications, and disciplinary history through the Florida Department of Health's Medical Quality Assurance License Verification system at flhealthsource.gov.
This guide is for informational purposes only and is not legal or medical advice. Regulations change; verify current rules with the Florida Department of Health, Drug Enforcement Administration, and a licensed Florida attorney before making clinical or legal decisions.