Pediatric Urgent Care at Pedi Center Urgent Care on Niles Street, Wible Road Bakersfield CA, and Fresno CA

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we are committed to providing specialized care for the unique needs of children and adolescents. Our facility is specifically designed for the immediate care needs of patients ranging from newborns to young adults in their early twenties.

Our team of healthcare professionals is trained and experienced in handling the specific medical needs of this age group, enabling us to provide prompt and accessible medical care for acute illnesses and injuries that may not require an emergency room visit, but still need immediate attention.

From infants just a few days old to young adults up to the age of 18, our pediatric urgent care center caters to a broad spectrum of ages. We are equipped to handle specific childhood diseases and conditions, ensuring that each child receives the appropriate and timely medical attention they need.

Our tailored approach to pediatric care helps to reduce unnecessary visits to emergency departments and eliminates the extended wait times often experienced in general urgent care settings.

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we are a specialized pediatric urgent care facility equipped to provide immediate, non-life-threatening medical attention to children and adolescents. We serve as a bridge between your child’s primary care physician and hospital emergency rooms, offering a convenient and efficient option for many families.

Our center is staffed by experienced pediatric healthcare providers who are skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions swiftly to prevent them from progressing. Among the most common conditions treated are infections, including ear infections, eye infections, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections such as bronchitis or pneumonia.

We also cater to injuries, ranging from minor scrapes and bruises to more severe injuries such as fractures or dislocations. Our staff can provide initial treatment and stabilization, and if needed, can arrange for further treatment at a more specialized facility.

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we also offer treatment for gastrointestinal issues, such as gastroenteritis, constipation, and acid reflux, as well as skin conditions, like eczema, rashes, or minor burns. If a child is dehydrated due to vomiting or diarrhea, we can provide immediate rehydration therapy. Likewise, our healthcare providers can diagnose skin issues, provide appropriate treatment, and give advice on how to manage the condition at home.

We also provide care for chronic conditions, such as asthma or allergies, offering immediate relief for acute symptoms, along with management strategies for long-term care. Additionally, we treat common childhood illnesses, such as colds, flu, or strep throat, providing rapid testing, prescribing medication if necessary, and providing advice on symptom management.

We specialize in handling a wide array of minor injuries that children may encounter. Our facility is designed specifically to offer immediate medical attention for conditions that, while not life-threatening, still require prompt attention.

Our team of experienced medical professionals who have extensive experience in treating children. We can handle various minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes, minor burns, sprains, strains, minor fractures, concussions, and eye injuries.

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we have the necessary facilities and equipment to diagnose and treat these injuries. Beyond treating the injury itself, our healthcare providers can also provide pain management, guidance on how to care for the injury at home, and offer follow-up appointments to monitor progress and ensure healing.

If you’re unsure whether we can handle a particular type of injury, it’s always a good idea to contact us ahead of time. We can provide guidance and help you decide whether it’s the right place to seek care for your child’s injury. 

Pediatric urgent care is an important service that provides immediate attention for children experiencing non-life-threatening medical issues. Pedi Center Urgent Care is specifically designed to cater to these needs. Many health insurance plans provide coverage for pediatric urgent care services at our center, although the extent of this coverage can vary considerably depending on your specific insurance plan. On average, if covered by insurance, patients may pay between $20 to $60 per visit, depending on their co-pays and the specifics of their plan.

Some insurance providers may cover the entire cost of a visit to Pedi Center Urgent Care, while others may only cover a portion, with the parents or guardians responsible for the remaining balance. Additionally, some insurance plans might require a copayment, deductible, or coinsurance for urgent care visits at our center.

While most insurance plans cover services received in-network, if Pedi Center Urgent Care isn’t part of the insurance provider’s network, the insurance might cover less of the cost, or in some cases, none at all.

For those without insurance, Pedi Center Urgent Care still provides care, but the cost will need to be covered out-of-pocket.

To determine if your insurance covers pediatric urgent care services, we recommend contacting your insurance provider directly or at our center. We can verify your insurance coverage, provide detailed information about what is covered under your plan, and explain any potential out-of-pocket costs.

While most insurance plans provide some level of coverage for pediatric urgent care at Pedi Center Urgent Care, the specifics can vary widely. Therefore, it’s essential to check directly with your insurance provider and our center to understand your coverage and potential costs. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are located at Niles Street, Wible Road Bakersfield CA, and Fresno CA. We serve patients from Bakersfield CA, Maltha CA, Kayandee CA, Fresno CA, Burness CA, Clovis CA, Panama CA, Alameda CA, and surrounding areas.