Best Pediatric Care Providers in Louisville, KY
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 Louisville, Kentucky.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Louisville, KY
Sarah Elizabeth Mcmullin
M.D.
Laura Elkhoury Alvarez
APRN
Audra V Campbell
ARNP
Joseph Francis Meiners
M.D.
Wayne Nelson Stark
M.D.
Gerald Francis Sturgeon
M.D.
Elleanor Gray Vogt
APRN
Rain Joelle Wells
APRN
Susan S Buehner
ARNP
Alison Michelle Cassell-harris
APRN-NP
Markus Laney
MD
Nina M Leigh
APRN
Katherine Marie Nichols
M.D.
Allison B Reynolds
APRN
Andrea Pauley Roberts
DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC
Stacey Stokes Roussell
MD
Isabella Maria Velasco Masler
MD
Brittany Kathleen Badal
M.D.
Stephanie Battistini
MD
Adam Matthew Isacoff
M.D.
Lilian Effat Awad
DO
Ndah Akwesi Poteh
MD
Sara E Aldridge
APRN
Mary Kathryn Alonso
CPNP-PC, PMHNP-BC
Brit L Anderson
M.D.
Kara Lee Anderson
DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC
Daniel B Blatt
M.D.
Heather Nicole Boivin
ARNP
Alice Boos-edwards
APRN
Barbara Jean Combs
Nurse Practitioner
Elizabeth Cotton
MSN, CPNP-PC
Tanya Ezell Crockett
APRN, CPNP-PC
Susan P Dilday
APRN
Misty D Ellis
APRN
Kaitlin Brooke Firquin
DO
Theresa M Frey
MD
Amy K Graf
APRN
Cheryl Rae Graham
ARNP
Leslie A. Greenwell
M.D.
Joseph H Hersh
MD
Jean Marie Kallis
MD
Rachel D King
MD
Tara Marie Kopp
M.D.
Elizabeth Lehto
Amelia Carma Lewis
CPNP-AC
Jayme Marie Lichtsteiner
APRN
Janice C Mahaffey
APRN
Gary Scott Marshall
MD
Emily M Mcrae
APRN
Alison Palmer
Ronald Irvin Paul
MD
Karen a Powers
DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC
Melissa Sue Puffenbarger
M.D.
Gerard Paul Rabalais
MD
Wayne F Rice
M.D.
Heather Marie Rush
APRN
Melissa O Schellenberger
APRN
Jennifer J Schoonover
ARNP
Sabrina E Schultz
APRN
Kristie R Shelton
APRN
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 Louisville
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 Kentucky
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 Louisville
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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