Please take a moment to read our most commonly asked questions. We're always available to answer your questions and encourage you to contact our office if you have a question that is not answered below.
Q: Can I meet my pediatrician before my baby is born?
A: Yes, in fact we strongly encourage parents-to-be to visit our office for a prenatal appointment. Visit our expectant parent's page for more information.
Q: Is your office accepting new patients?
A: Yes, we always welcome new patients. Contact our office for additional information or request an appointment. New patients and children scheduled for well child check-ups or physicals are asked to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to their appointment time to fill out patient information and registration forms.
Q: How do I schedule an appointment?
A: You can schedule appointments by calling our office during regular business hours or request a well-child appointment online at www.pediatricsunlimited.net/appointment. All email requests will be answered within 1-2 business days.
Q: How do I cancel an appointment?
A: Please call (708) 383-3010 to cancel appointments.
Appointments cancelled in a timely fashion helps another parent have their child seen in that time slot for medical care.
We ask that we receive cancellation notifications 24 hours in advance. If you are informing us of a cancellation during after-hours, please leave a voice message with your child's name, your name, and date/time of appointment to be cancelled. Missed appointments and non-cancelled appointments are subject to $150.00 charge.
Q: How do I reach the doctor after hours?
A: There is an after-hours service that you can access by calling the office at (708) 383-3010. Select the Patient option. You can leave an urgent message. The Doctor on call will be paged and will return your call within 15-30 minutes.
Q: How often should my child see the pediatrician?
A: Please confirm with your insurance policy for well visit coverage.
Well-care visits are strongly recommended as part of preventive pediatric care. These routine check-ups provide the best opportunity for the doctor:
- to observe the progress of your child's physical and mental growth and development
- to counsel and teach parents
- to detect problems through screening tests
- to provide immunizations
- to get to know one another
At Pediatrics Unlimited, we want to make sure your questions are answered and your concerns are addressed frequently and to your satisfaction. The first few months are very important for growth, development, and bonding, and with our routine well care visits schedule, we place your baby in high priority. Our schedule is as follows:
- 2-3 days old
- 1 month old
- 2 months old
- 3 months old
- 4 months old
- 5 months old
- 6 months old
- 7 months old
- 9 months old
- 12 months old
- 15 months old
- 18 months old
- 21 months old
- 2 years old
From 2-5 years of age, we recommend a well-child visit every 6 months.
After 5 years of age, we recommend ONCE-A-YEAR visits. CLICK HERE to view the immunizations and procedures by age.
Q: How can I request refills on my child’s prescription medication?
A: Requests for prescription refills should be made during the office hours only. Please have your main pharmacy number available. Prescription refill requests are not accepted by email.
Q: What are my payment options to pay a bill?
A: We accept the following:
- Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)
- Apple Pay
- HSA payment cards
- Checks payable to Pediatrics Unlimited PLLC
- Credit card payments by phone (708) 383-3010
- Online payments HERE
Q: What do I need to bring to the appointment?
A: Please bring the following to each appointment:
- Insurance card/photo ID
- Required co-payment /deductible
- List of medications, if any
- Hospital/ER medical papers (for follow-up appointments)
- Any forms that need to be completed and signed by the doctor
Q: Why does my child need to receive vaccinations?
A: Immunizations are a series of shots given to children at different ages to help ward off serious, and potentially fatal, childhood diseases. Making sure your child receives immunizations when scheduled is the best way to help protect your child from potentially fatal diseases. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, vaccinations have reduced the number of infections from vaccine-preventable diseases by more than 90%. If you're apprehensive about vaccinations, please do not hesitate to contact our office. View our vaccine philosophy page for more information.