Compare 49 pediatricians in Aurora, IL. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
49
Pediatricians
100%
Accepting patients
80%
Most common: MD
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Aurora has 49 pediatricians. The most common credential is MD (80%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Downtown Aurora, Fox Valley, New Aurora, and Pigeon Hill.
Nearby hospitals include Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital (nearby Downers Grove), Rush Copley Medical Center, and Ascension Mercy Medical Center. Local training programs run through Aurora University and Waubonsee Community College. Aurora is the second largest city in Illinois and relies heavily on the Advocate and Rush Copley health systems.
Well-child visits include height, weight, and head circumference measurements, a developmental screening, a physical exam, and vaccinations per the recommended schedule. Your pediatrician will ask about eating, sleeping, and behavior, and answer your questions. Sick visits focus on the specific concern and may include rapid tests for strep, flu, or other conditions.
See a pediatrician for well-child visits (the recommended schedule starts at birth and includes visits at 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, and 30 months, then annually), vaccinations, fevers, ear infections, rashes, developmental concerns, behavioral issues, sports physicals, and any illness or injury in your child.
Well-child visit: $0 (preventive) · Sick visit copay: $20-50 · Vaccinations: $0 (covered preventive)
Aurora, IL has 49 licensed pediatricians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of pediatricians in Aurora, IL are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among pediatricians in Aurora, IL include unitedhealthcare, centene, medicare, qhp-93078, and qhp-54192. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Well-child visits and vaccinations are covered as preventive care (no cost). Sick visit copays range from $20 to $50. Actual costs in Aurora, IL depend on the provider and your insurance plan. All well-child visits and recommended vaccinations are covered at 100% under the ACA. If your child has a chronic condition, ask about care coordination services that may reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Aurora, IL has 49 pediatricians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Aurora, IL, 80% hold the MD credential and 12% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
Some pediatricians in Aurora, IL accept Illinois Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid and CHIP provide comprehensive healthcare for children, including well-child visits, vaccinations, dental, vision, and mental health services. Coverage is available for children in families with incomes up to 200% to 300% of the federal poverty level, depending on the state. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Illinois Medicaid participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Aurora, IL include unitedhealthcare, centene, medicare, qhp-93078, and qhp-54192.
Well-child visits and vaccinations are covered at 100% as preventive care under the ACA, with no copay. Sick visits have standard copays. Most plans cover children's preventive services through age 18. If your child needs specialist care, your pediatrician can provide referrals. Check if your plan requires selecting a PCP for your child.