Compare 469 pediatricians in New Orleans, LA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
469
Pediatricians
100%
Accepting patients
84%
Most common: MD
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New Orleans has 469 pediatricians. The most common credential is MD (84%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including French Quarter, Garden District, Uptown, and Marigny.
Nearby hospitals include Ochsner Medical Center, University Medical Center New Orleans, and Tulane Medical Center. Local training programs run through Tulane University School of Medicine and LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans. New Orleans rebuilt its healthcare infrastructure after Hurricane Katrina, opening University Medical Center in 2015 as a modern replacement for Charity Hospital.
The most commonly accepted carriers among New Orleans pediatricians include unitedhealthcare, qhp-19636, qhp-97176, and centene. 17% 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)
New Orleans, LA has 469 licensed pediatricians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of pediatricians in New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA include unitedhealthcare, qhp-19636, qhp-97176, centene, and medicare. 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 New Orleans, LA 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. New Orleans, LA has 469 pediatricians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
17% of pediatricians in New Orleans, LA 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.
Some pediatricians in New Orleans, LA accept Healthy Louisiana, 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 Healthy Louisiana participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in New Orleans, LA include unitedhealthcare, qhp-19636, qhp-97176, centene, and medicare.
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.