Tips for Choosing a Pediatrician

Tips for Choosing a Pediatrician
One of the most important decisions you will make during pregnancy is choosing a
pediatrician. You should begin the search a few months before the baby is due, and
try making a decision during your last trimester of pregnancy.
You can get recommendations from your family, friends, childbirth educator or birth
attendant. If you have an HMO that provides you with a network of pediatricians,
speak to others in your plan.
Below is a checklist of some items to consider:
Staff & Office:
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Is the office staff friendly and helpful?
Is the office conveniently located?
Do the office hours accommodate your needs?
How long would you typically wait for an office visit?
Is the office clean (given that children have been in it all day)?
Meeting the Physician
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How do you reach the doctor after hours?
Who covers for the doctor when he or she is away?
How much are office visits?
Does the doctor accept your insurance plan?
Where is the doctor affiliated, and is the hospital location convenient for you?
It's also important to consider what your preferences are. Do you want a doctor who
offers choices and lets you decide which one works best for you, or would you be
more comfortable with one who gives a lot of directions? For more information,
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Contact Information:
Salinas Valley Dental Specialties Pediatric Dentistry
Business Address:
Salinas Valley Dental Specialties Pediatric Dentistry
546 Abbott St
Salinas, CA 93901
US
Business Phone:
831-424-7393