Pediatricians and their care teams see healthy kids as they grow and develop, as well as children with medically complicated conditions. This pediatric team is also ready to support and educate parents along the way. They have in-depth knowledge on many conditions or illnesses that children face. Pediatricians also work with other providers as an integrated team, bringing parents great, well-rounded options for care.
Yearly checkups for your child are important checks for their physical, mental or emotional health. During this annual doctor’s visit, you and your provider might discuss your child’s:
- Current health status
- Immunizations
- Health history
- Potential health risks
- Preventive screenings
- Personal health goals
- Current prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins or minerals you’re taking
This appointment is also the time to bring up any concerns or changes you’ve noticed so that your provider can help you take the next steps in care. This child checkup can also count as a sports physical, but a sports physical is not a substitute for a checkup.
Many health insurance plans cover one yearly checkup. Contact your insurance provider to learn what’s available to you.
Getting a sports physical is often required of athletes before the season begins. Many pediatricians are trained in assessing and establishing a baseline in athletic physical health. If an injury occurs, the physical can help navigate progress during recovery.
Staying up to date on your immunizations is an important step you can take to prevent illness. Your pediatrician can inform you of what vaccines your child needs, and when planned ahead of time, can easily be completed in your yearly checkup.
Many health insurance plans cover some immunizations. Contact your insurance provider to learn what’s available to you.
Protect your child's health with help from Avera's education and resources. We offer multiple online programs, guides for child development and other tools on raising healthy children.
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