Compare 124 pediatricians in Fort Wayne, IN. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
124
Pediatricians
100%
Accepting patients
89%
Most common: MD
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Fort Wayne has 124 pediatricians. The most common credential is MD (89%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include IU Health Methodist Hospital, Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health, and Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis. Local training programs run through Indiana University School of Medicine and Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Fort Wayne pediatricians include unitedhealthcare, qhp-54192, centene, and qhp-44228. 12% accept Medicare.
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)
Fort Wayne, IN has 124 licensed pediatricians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of pediatricians in Fort Wayne, IN 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 Fort Wayne, IN include unitedhealthcare, qhp-54192, centene, qhp-44228, and qhp-74313. 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 Fort Wayne, IN 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. Fort Wayne, IN has 124 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 Fort Wayne, IN, 89% hold the MD credential and 7% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
12% of pediatricians in Fort Wayne, IN accept Medicare. Medicare does not cover pediatric care. Children are typically covered under a parent's employer-sponsored plan, a Marketplace plan, Medicaid, or CHIP. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Fort Wayne, IN include unitedhealthcare, qhp-54192, centene, qhp-44228, and qhp-74313.
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.