Questions to ask when choosing baby’s doctor
If you have yet to find a physician for your baby, now is the time. Once you’ve gathered the names of a few to consider, call their offices for more information, narrow your list, then set up meetings. Here are some questions you may want to ask.
Questions for the physician:
- How soon after birth will my baby have her first exam?
- When will my baby’s first regular office visit occur?
- When is the best time to call with routine questions?
- How do you handle urgent situations after hours?
- Who covers your practice when
you are unavailable?
- Is there a lactation consultant?
Questions for the office staff:
- What hours are you open?
- Does your office accept my insurance?
- What are your payment policies for fees that insurance doesn’t cover?
- What is the average wait time to see a physician?
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