Compare 5 pediatricians in Nixa, MO. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Accepting patients
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Most common: MD
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Nixa has 5 pediatricians. The most common credential is MD (60%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children's Hospital, and University of Missouri Health Care. Local training programs run through Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and University of Missouri School of Medicine.
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)
Nixa, MO has 5 licensed pediatricians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of pediatricians in Nixa, MO 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 Nixa, MO include qhp-53461, unitedhealthcare, qhp-21333, qhp-44228, and centene. 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 Nixa, MO 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. Nixa, MO has 5 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 Nixa, MO, 60% hold the MD credential and 20% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
Some pediatricians in Nixa, MO accept MO HealthNet, 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 MO HealthNet participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Nixa, MO include qhp-53461, unitedhealthcare, qhp-21333, qhp-44228, and centene.
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.