Sick Child Visits

Same Day Sick Visits

We make every effort to schedule appointments for ill children on the day that you call us. Please schedule on your child's portal or call our office ahead of time so that we can minimize the time that you will spend waiting. If you have a medical emergency during office hours, we will do our best to see your child immediately or refer you to the appropriate facility.

Sick Child Visits FAQs

Click below to view the answer to commonly asked questions.

  • When Can I Schedule a Sick Visit?

    If you’re ever in doubt about whether your child needs a sick visit, call our office. The friendly staff asks a few questions to determine the severity of your child’s symptoms, and then help you decide if you need to come into the office.


    You can schedule same-day sick visits any time the office is open, which includes every weekday, Saturday morning, and evening hours by appointment.

  • What Happens During a Sick Child Visit?

    The goal of a sick child visit is to quickly diagnose the problem and start treatment that will help your child feel more comfortable. In addition to reviewing your child’s symptoms and medical history, a sick visit may include blood tests, a urine test, and a physical exam that includes checking your child’s heart, neck, throat, and ears.

  • What Children's Conditions Can a Sick Visit Treat?

    Sick visits treat many types of injuries and illnesses that need same-day or next-day medical care. Children’s symptoms can change quickly, so don’t hesitate to call if your child’s symptoms get worse.


    The following are some of the most common conditions treated during sick visits:


    • Flu Upper respiratory infections
    • Earaches Headaches
    • Sore throat or strep throat
    • Congestion
    • Coughs
    • Abdominal pain
    • Asthma
    • Rashes or hives
    • Allergic reactions
    • Eye discharge or infection
    • Vomiting and/or diarrhea

    We also treats minor injuries like cuts.

  • When Does My Child Need Immediate Medical Care?

    While all the conditions often treated during a sick visit have the potential to need immediate care, some symptoms are red flags that your child needs quick medical attention.


    Call us immediately for the following symptoms:


    • Fever of 100.4ºF or higher in children younger than one-year-old
    • Fever that lasts longer than three days
    • Unusual symptoms lasting more than three days
    • Persistent pain
    • Widespread rash Fever of 102ºF or higher plus other symptoms in children over one-year-old

    Other symptoms that may appear with a fever that signal a potentially serious problem include a rash, stiff neck, vomiting, and headache.


    When your child is sick, call the office as early in the day as possible so they can schedule a same-day visit if necessary.


    If you have questions about your child’s symptoms or you need to schedule a sick visit, call our office or book an appointment online.

PANC now offers Telemedicine visits

WE ARE HERE WHEN YOU NEED US, IN-PERSON AND VIRTUALLY! 


What is a virtual visit?  This is a consult/health check or sick visit with a PANC pediatrician via video conferencing. Virtual care creates more convenience for you, and your child get the quality care that you know and trust! We offer scheduled visits with our PANC pediatricians.


VISIT REQUIREMENTS:


These are only scheduled visits, call our reception desk to schedule. We provide visits for:  

  1. rashes 
  2. pink eye without fever (ideally over age 3 yrs)allergies 
  3. mild croup or other cold symptoms
  4. constipation/vomiting/diarrhea 
  5. ADHD/Mental health medication follow up visits
  6. Any COVID 19 related concerns (triage check to see if your child needs to be seen).

Ask your insurance if your plan covers virtual visits. 

  • With theCovid Pandemic insurance companies are starting to honor these visits.  
  • This visit is billed to your insurance, similar to an in-office visit.
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