Best Pediatric Care Providers in Birmingham, AL
Pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners provide well-child checkups, vaccinations, developmental screenings, and sick visits for newborns, infants, and children. Browse verified profiles and connect with pediatric care providers serving families in Birmingham, Alabama.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Birmingham, AL
Grant Douglas Adams
CRNP
Olivia Larussa Anderson
CRNP
Alexis Preston Aranda
MD
Rachel Gallaspy Bailey
CRNP
Haley Morgan Baker
Mark D Baker
MD
Steven T Baldwin
MD
Judson William Barber
MD
Joshua Cole Bell
MD
David W Bernard
MD
Keely Erin Berry
CRNP
Meredith Byram Bertke
CRNP, CPN
Lisa Binegar
ARNP
Sarah Barnes Bingham
MD
Alexandra Blumenthal
CRNP
Molly Dixon Bolton
MSN, CRNP- AC/PC
Lauren Elizabeth Bradshaw
PMHNP
Samantha Vallie Breedlove
CRNP
Cynthia Fish Bridgewater
CRNP
William Britt
M.D.
Arley Melissa Britton
CRNP-AC
Lacrecia Jones Britton
CRNP
Leslie Brown
CPNP-PC
Nancy C. Brown
CRNP
Richard Dwayne Brown
CRNP
Pamela Harris Bryant
CRNP
Allison Lee Burt
PA-C
Heather Carlton
CRNP
Mallory Mathis Carroll
PNP, FNP, MSN, RN
Allyson Danay Clark
Paul Clarke
CRNP PC
Christina Leigh Cochran
M.D,
Teresa J Coco
MD
Karlee Collins
CRNP
Jane Condrey
Jennifer Cooke
CRNP
Shelley Coskery
CRNP - AC
Marilyn J Crain
M.D.
Laura Marie Crocker Mitchell
MD
Abby J Dahlke
CRNP-PC, AFN
Deneidra Monshe Dailey
CRNP
Andrea Dapkus
CRNP
Valerie Anne Davis
MD
Valisia Davis
Hayley Howard Dawkins
NP
Susan Elizabeth Dobbins
CRNP
Andrew Ryan Donahue
MD
Emily Sarah Dorion
CRNP
Shea Alexander Duerring
M.D.
Nefertiti H Durant
M.D.
Leon Sebring Dure
M.D.
Jessica Lee Gillilan Edmondson
CRNP
Marjorie Yessick Eiland
CPNP
Katelyn Elizabeth Englert
CPNP
Sherita Katrice Etheridge
CRNP
V Jolene Ethridge
crnp
Evelyn Simpkins Evans
M.D.
Laura Ferrill
MAE, ATC, LAT
Natalie Tarte Ford
MD
Abraham Francisco
CRNP
What Does a Pediatrician Do?
Pediatric care providers manage your child's health from the first newborn exam through childhood. They perform well-child visits, administer vaccinations, track developmental milestones, diagnose and treat childhood illnesses, and refer to specialists when needed. Many families choose their pediatrician before birth and have the provider visit the baby in the hospital. Building a relationship with a pediatrician you trust is one of the most important steps in your care team.
Common credentials
How to Choose a Pediatrician in Birmingham
Visit the practice before your due date — many pediatricians offer prenatal meet-and-greet appointments.
Ask about their approach to common topics: vaccination schedules, breastfeeding support, sleep guidance, and when to call versus go to urgent care.
Check their availability — same-day sick visits, after-hours advice lines, and weekend hours matter when you have a newborn.
Consider logistics: location, parking, wait times, and whether they offer telehealth for minor concerns.
Ask if the practice has lactation support or can refer you quickly if breastfeeding issues arise.
Cost and Insurance for Pediatric Care Providers in Alabama
Typical cost
Well-child visits and vaccinations are covered by insurance as preventive care. Sick visits have standard copays. Without insurance, well-child visits typically cost $100 to $300.
Insurance coverage
Preventive pediatric care, including all recommended well-child visits and vaccinations, is covered at no cost under the ACA. Sick visits are covered with your plan's standard copay and deductible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric Care Providers in Birmingham
When should I choose a pediatrician?
Ideally during the third trimester, around 28 to 34 weeks. Many pediatric practices offer prenatal consultations where you can meet the doctor, ask questions, and get a feel for the practice. Having a pediatrician selected before birth means they can see your baby in the hospital.
How often does a newborn need to see a pediatrician?
Newborns typically have their first visit within 2 to 3 days of hospital discharge, then at 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months. These well-child visits include growth tracking, developmental assessments, and vaccinations.
What is the difference between a pediatrician and a family doctor?
Pediatricians specialize exclusively in children's health from birth through adolescence, with extra training in childhood development, diseases, and behavior. Family medicine doctors treat patients of all ages. Both can provide excellent newborn and pediatric care.
Related Care in Birmingham
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Sleep Consultants in Birmingham
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