Unlike Medicare, Medicaid programs can vary depending on your state of primary residence.  Because of this, the best way to find a pediatrician who can accept your Medicaid coverage is to use the resources available on the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services website, or by calling the number listed on your enrollment paperwork.  The Medical Assistance (MA) and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) page on the DHS website includes a helpful provider directory that allows you to search a medical practice that will accept your Medicaid plan coverage by specialty, name, or location, so you can find the best provider for your family’s specific needs.

The easiest way to change your pediatric provider is to contact your Medicaid plan directly.  Information about your family’s specific coverage can be found online or by calling the number on your enrollment letter.  There are multiple providers of Medicaid health insurance plans in the State of Pennsylvania, so it is best to make sure you contact the correct number by looking up your provider on the Pennsylvania Enrollment Services website.  It is important to keep in mind that changes like this may take several days to go into effect, so you should plan accordingly if you are interested in switching your child’s pediatric provider.  Patients will be required to designate a primary care doctor for their child in order to receive check-ups, sick visits, and important referrals for specialized care if necessary.

Medicaid programs are designed to provide broad health coverage for you and your family.  Your Medicaid plan will provide some level of coverage for hospital expenses, regular doctor’s visits, and other important services.  Patients using Medical Assistance plans in Pennsylvania can access physical health care, mental health services, and substance abuse support, as well as home-based health care and nursing care when it is required.  The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in Pennsylvania offers low-cost or free insurance coverage for children who may not otherwise be eligible for Medical Assistance plans like those included in the Medicaid program because of a variety of factors.

At Olivero Pediatrics, we know that your child’s health is a priority for you as a parent.  We strive to accommodate families in our community by providing essential walk in access.  This ensures you can provide your child with immediate access to a qualified pediatrician when they are sick or injured without having to wait for an appointment.  We believe that offering flexibility for parents by offering both appointments and walk-in visits is essential to our mission of providing the best possible pediatric care in the State College PA area.

If you live in Port Matilda, PA or the surrounding areas, Olivero Pediatrics can provide the essential health care your child needs and deserves to enjoy a healthy childhood, as well as a long and healthy life.  We proudly accept Medicaid patients, so you can provide your child with the best medical care possible.  Call us today or walk in Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM to see an experienced and compassionate pediatrician. We are conveniently located at 1243 Skytop Mountain Rd. Suite 4, Port Matilda, PA 16870. We serve patients from Port Matilda PA, Waddle PA, Julian PA, State College PA, Bellefonte PA, Pennsylvania Furnace PA, and Pine Grove Mills PA.