Best Pediatric Care Providers in Orange, CA
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 Orange, California.
40+ pediatric care providers found in Orange, CA
Eileen Caridad Abejar
PNP
William Paul Adelman
M.D.
Felice Cara Adler-shohet
m.d.
Carla Maria Peredo Alcid
MD
Julia Elizabeth Alley
Brittney Kay Anderson
MS, BSHCA, CPNP
Melissa Aromin
M.D.
Antonio C. Arrieta
M.D.
Negar Ashouri
M.D.
Timothy Bang
Nelson H Bansil
D.O.
Tallie Z Baram
MD
Stacey Jannette Bass
MSN, RN, PNP
Yolanda Becerril
PNP
Vanessa Bellamy
Jeanette Baldonado Botwin
RN, MSN, CPNP
Monica Ann Boyer
CPNP
Lourdes Brown
MD
Anna Brucker
NP
Gregory Scott Buchert
M.D.
Jazmine Clare Almazan Bustos
Christina Chalmers
MSN, CPNP
Emilie L Chow
MD
Carmelita R Co-casquejo
MD
Danielle Crook
N.P.
Kelly Frances Davis
MD
Patty Dupont-tyler
PNP
Susanna Marie Duron
RN, CPNP
Naser M Elbalalesy
MD
Camille Alexandria Ferrer
CPNP
Kayleigh Fujisaki
NP
Emily Kathleen Garavatti
MD
Yalda Ghader
NP
Lisa Condon Gorab
MD
Lesa Jeanene Grovas
N.P.
Erin Halman
MD
Melisa Marie Hill
RN, MSN, CPNP
Katie Ho
N.P.
Ira T Lott
MD
Anne E Tournay
MD
Juliana Liang
M.D.
Francoise Eve Sutton
RN PNP
Hyun Sun Park
M.D.
Paighton King
PNP
Jeffrey a Wong
MD
Michael Joseph Nieto
M.D.
Claire Rizk
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 Orange
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 California
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 Orange
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 Orange
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Sleep Consultants in Orange
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