Best Pediatric Care Providers in Jackson, MS
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 Jackson, Mississippi.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Jackson, MS
James Darnell Mcintyre
CFNP
Taysir M. Abusaa
M.S., M.D.
Emem Jessica Edet Aitken
M.D.
Radha Inagandla Alur
MD
Marguerite S Baker
Nurse Practitioner
Ashley Lawrence Bozeman
ACPNP
Spencer Brooks
NP
Kelly Elizabeth Burns
CPNP
Linda Susan Buttross
M.D.
Magolia Abranese Castilla
M.D.
Lyndi Ryan Colston
PNP-AC/PC
Cameron Cox
NP
Mark a Dancy
NP
Ammy Hutton Davis
CPNP
Sadhana Kalpana Dharmapuri
MD
Lisa A. Didion
M.D.
Benjamin Clark Dillard
M.D.
Lauren Boteler Elliott
N.P.
Catherine Faulk
M.D.
Cynthia O'connor Field
M.D.
Amy Forsythe
N.P.
Melissa N Frascogna
Hannah Berry Gay
M.D.
Karen Golden
CPNP-AC
Fernando Gomez
M.D.
Alan Gray
CPNP-AC
Jessica Herron Hammond
Rebecca Faulkner Hill
PNP
Teresa F Hill
MSN, NP-C, BC
Amanda Gail Hodges
CPNP-AC
Michael Gordon Holder
M.D.
William Gaston Holyfield
CPNP-AC/PC
Annaliese Johnson
NP
Joseph W. Kastner
Ph.D.
Edward Paul Landry
Morgan Litchliter
CPNP-AC/PC
Carolyn Hailey Lohman
CPNP-AC
Amanda Mccullough
NP-C
Anna Carol Mitchell
CPNP-AC/PC
Megan Alexandra Morgan
CPNP-AC
Binford Truett Nash
MD
Charles Christian Paine
M.D.
Twila W. Rawson
Ph.D.
Jennifer Rhea
CFNP
Andrew Godfrey Robertson
CPNP-PC
Katelyn Rossow
MD
Miriam Jeanette Saik
CPNP
Shelly Kimberlyn Sarrett
CPNP-AC
Barbara Steineker Saunders
DO
Dorothy Scattone
Ph.D.
Suzanne Senter
MD
Amy Balducci Shepherd
M.D.
April Rachelle Simmons
CPNP-PC
Amy Gale Smith
PNP-BC
Adrienne Kelsey Tadlock
CPNP-AC
Bethany Wilemon Terrell
Kailey Rigby Thigpen
Nancy Grant Wahl
M.D.
Chelsey Princess Walker
MD
Courtney Walker
M.S.
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 Jackson
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 Mississippi
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 Jackson
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.
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