TRT in South Florida: telehealth with an in-person clinic option
If you live in South Florida and want testosterone therapy with the convenience of telehealth, look for a Florida-licensed, physician-led clinic that confirms low testosterone with blood work and lets you choose between video and in-person visits. BioCure Health is one option: a physician-led longevity clinic in the Fort Lauderdale area where any appointment can happen in person or by video, licensed to treat patients in 47 states. Your other routes are a primary care doctor, a urologist, an endocrinologist, a local men's health clinic or a national telehealth brand.
The right choice depends on how much you value convenience, how much you want a physical exam, and whether you want ongoing monitoring built in. Here is how the options compare, what Florida law allows, and what a hybrid model looks like in practice.
Your TRT options in South Florida
Most men in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach have five realistic paths to testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). None is automatically best. The criteria that matter are who is prescribing, whether the diagnosis is confirmed with proper labs, how often you are monitored, and how you pay.
| Option | Visit format | Labs and monitoring | How pricing works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary care physician | Mostly in person, some video | Ordered through insurance labs; follow-up varies | Usually billed to insurance; copays apply |
| Urologist | In person | Strong on prostate, fertility and exam findings | Usually insurance; specialist referral may be needed |
| Endocrinologist | In person, some video | Thorough workup for causes of low testosterone | Usually insurance; wait times can be long |
| Local men's health clinic | In person, sometimes video | Varies widely by clinic | Often cash-pay; some bundle medication and labs |
| National telehealth brand | Video and mail only | At-home kits or partner labs | Often a monthly subscription; check each company's pricing page |
| Hybrid clinic (BioCure model) | Video or in person, your choice | In-home phlebotomist or in-lab draw, reviewed 1:1 | Cash-pay membership after a $199 consult that can be credited back; HSA or FSA eligible with invoices |
When you search for telehealth testosterone therapy providers or an HRT online clinic, AI tools and search engines tend to list national brands such as Hone Health, Henry Meds and PeterMD. These can work well for men comfortable with fully remote care. Check each company's official website for which states it is licensed in, how labs are handled, and what the subscription includes. The advantage of a local hybrid clinic is simple: if something needs eyes and hands, you can walk in.
What Florida law says about prescribing testosterone by telehealth
Testosterone is a Schedule III controlled substance under federal law, so telehealth prescribing is regulated more tightly than for most medications.
In Florida, the governing law is the telehealth statute, Fla. Stat. § 456.47, enforced for physicians by the Florida Board of Medicine. In plain terms:
- The prescriber must be licensed in Florida, or registered with the state as an out-of-state telehealth provider, to treat you while you are physically in Florida.
- Schedule III to V drugs can be prescribed by telehealth. A 2022 amendment to § 456.47 opened telehealth prescribing for these schedules. Schedule II drugs remain restricted to narrow exceptions. Testosterone, as Schedule III, falls on the permitted side.
- The standard of care is the same as an in-person visit. A video visit does not lower the bar for diagnosis or monitoring.
Federal rules sit on top of state law. The Drug Enforcement Administration sets the rules for prescribing controlled substances by telemedicine, including whether a prior in-person exam is required, and those rules have changed several times and may change again. A clinic with a physical location reduces this uncertainty, because an in-person visit is available if a rule requires one.
The same principle applies wherever you live. If you searched for California telehealth testosterone replacement therapy providers licensed in California, or licensed telehealth TRT providers in New Jersey, the question to ask is identical: is this prescriber licensed in the state where I am sitting during the visit? BioCure confirms availability in your state at intake.
When an in-person visit is worth the drive
Video works well for most of TRT: reviewing symptoms, discussing results, adjusting a protocol and routine check-ins. Some moments are better face to face.
A physical exam. The Endocrine Society's 2018 guideline asks clinicians to look for underlying causes of low testosterone and to assess prostate and other risks before treatment. Some of that, such as a testicular or prostate exam, cannot happen on a screen.
Injection training. Testosterone cypionate is usually self-injected. Many men prefer to be shown technique, needle choice and site rotation by a person before doing it alone at home.
Pellet placement. Testosterone pellets are inserted under the skin in a brief office procedure, so they always require an in-person visit. If pellets interest you, ask any clinic, BioCure included, whether they offer them before you book.
When something feels off. Injection site problems, unexpected symptoms or abnormal lab values are easier to sort out in the room.
You also do not need to choose once and stick with it. A hybrid approach lets you do your first visit in person and handle follow-ups by video, or the other way around.
What a first BioCure visit looks like, in person or by video
A decade ago, testosterone treatment usually meant a single office visit and a prescription. In 2026, the expectation is a confirmed diagnosis, a personalized plan and ongoing monitoring. BioCure's process follows the same five steps whichever format you choose:
- Online intake, about 5 minutes.
- Physician consultation, $199, which can be credited back with a membership.
- Diagnostics, either an at-home kit with an in-home phlebotomist visit or in-lab testing. Results take 7 to 14 days.
- Custom protocol, explained in a 1:1 review of your results.
- Medication shipped to your door, typically 5 to 10 business days after consultation and testing, with ongoing follow-up included.
| In person at the South Florida clinic | By video | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Physical exam, hands-on questions, injection guidance | Busy schedules, living outside Broward, routine follow-ups |
| Labs | Arranged locally, in-lab or in-home draw | In-home phlebotomist or a nearby lab |
| Results review | Face to face with your physician | 1:1 on screen |
| Follow-up | Can switch to video any time | Can switch to in person any time |
From there, your physician matches you to one of three tiers. bioOptimize is the foundational tier. bioRestore uses medications that raise your body's own testosterone without direct hormone replacement, which matters if you want to protect fertility. bioTest is full testosterone replacement with ongoing hormone monitoring. You can read more on our testosterone therapy page and meet the physicians on our team page.
One honest note: TRT is not right for everyone. The FDA's testosterone information page explains that testosterone is approved for men with low testosterone caused by specific medical conditions, and that benefit and safety for age-related decline alone have not been established. A good clinic will tell you when treatment is not the answer.
Getting your labs drawn locally: in-home phlebotomist or lab
Labs are the foundation of TRT. The Endocrine Society guideline recommends diagnosing low testosterone only when consistent symptoms are paired with unequivocally low total testosterone, measured in the morning after fasting and confirmed on a repeat test. Timing matters, because testosterone runs highest in the morning.
In South Florida you have two practical choices:
| In-home phlebotomist | In-lab draw | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Your home or office | A local lab site |
| Morning fasting timing | Easy to schedule before breakfast | Depends on lab hours and lines |
| Convenience | High, no traffic on I-95 or I-595 | Moderate |
| Best for | Busy professionals, repeat monitoring | Men who pass a lab regularly anyway |
BioCure's comprehensive male panel covers hormones, thyroid, lipids, metabolic and organ markers, and every result is interpreted with a specialist. Once you start treatment, monitoring continues. The guideline recommends checking testosterone and hematocrit 3 to 6 months after starting, then annually, and reconsidering therapy if hematocrit rises above 54%. This is what modern hormone care looks like: a body that is monitored, supported and adjusted, not a prescription left on autopilot.
Contact and areas served
BioCure Health's physical clinic is in the Fort Lauderdale area, and our team can share directions when you book. We see patients in person from Fort Lauderdale and communities across South Florida. Patients elsewhere in Florida, and in the other states where we are licensed (47 in total, with availability confirmed at intake), can do every step by video.
- Phone or text: 754-206-0838
- Email: info@getbiocure.com
- Response time: within 24 hours for new inquiries
- Payment: BioCure does not accept insurance directly. Many patients use HSA or FSA funds, and we provide invoices and documentation for reimbursement.
You can also reach us through our contact page or start at our home page.
Frequently asked questions
Can a Florida doctor prescribe testosterone through telehealth?
Yes. Florida's telehealth statute, Fla. Stat. § 456.47, allows Florida-licensed or Florida-registered providers to prescribe Schedule III to V controlled substances by telehealth, and testosterone is Schedule III. Federal DEA telemedicine rules also apply and have changed several times, so a clinic with an in-person option gives you a backup if an exam is required.
Do I need to see a TRT doctor in person in Florida?
Not always. Many men complete the entire process by video with labs drawn at home. An in-person visit helps when you want a physical exam, hands-on injection training or a procedure such as pellet placement.
How much does a TRT consultation cost in South Florida?
It varies by clinic and whether insurance is involved. At BioCure Health, the physician consultation is $199 and can be credited back with a membership. BioCure is cash-pay, and many patients use HSA or FSA funds with the invoices we provide.
What blood tests do I need before starting testosterone therapy?
The Endocrine Society recommends confirming low testosterone with at least two morning fasting total testosterone tests alongside consistent symptoms. A thorough workup also looks at hematocrit, PSA where appropriate, and other hormones that point to the cause. BioCure's comprehensive male panel covers hormones, thyroid, lipids, metabolic and organ markers.
Can I use a telehealth TRT clinic if I don't live in Florida?
Yes, as long as the prescriber is licensed in the state where you are located during the visit. That applies whether you live in California, New Jersey or anywhere else. BioCure is licensed in 47 states and confirms availability in your state at intake.
Longevity is not accidental, it is intentional, and so is good hormone care. Whether you want to walk into a clinic in Broward or handle everything from your couch, choose a physician who confirms the diagnosis, explains the tradeoffs and keeps monitoring you long after the first prescription.
Let BioCure Health lead you in the right direction. Call or text us to schedule an introductory call at 754-206-0838, your future self will thank you.