Best Pediatric Care Providers in Baton Rouge, LA
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 Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Baton Rouge, LA
Tawni Dawn Davis
APRN
Mary Kathleen Meadows
M.D.
Reuben Oneal Battley
MD
Stephen Littlefield Beasley
M.D.
Brian W. Binck
MD
Michael Todd Bolton
M.D.
Rikki F Bourque
APRN, CPNP
Heather F. Champagne
APRN
Hitesh Dhiraj Chheda
Sandra Guerguis
M.D.

Katherine Montgomery Helo
NP
Virginia Grace Butler Hire
CPNP-PC
Rufus Lester Hixon
M.D.

Jennifer Venier Hogan
M.D.
Amy Rebecca Holland
RN, CPNP
Anna P Huffines
CPNP-AC/PC
Amber Rene Jarrell
MD
Tera L. Johnson
CPNP-PC
Laura Clayton Kleinpeter
M.D.

Caroline Donahue Kline
Richard Francis Lasseigne
MD
John Paul Lona
MD
Emily Mcmann
APRN, CPNP

Kay Lynnette Miller
DO
Alissa Fontana Palmer
CPNP-PC
Elizabeth Person
MD
Rebecca E Peters
NP

Kristen Lee Pontiff
MD

Kyle Jude Pontiff
MD
Erica Valdes Ream
MD
Neel Shah
MD

Lacey St. Amant
NP
Anna Stokes
NP

Adaora Stefania Uzodi
M.D.
Brittany Wagner
D.O.
Mary L Abadie
Barbara A. Biletnikoff
APRN,PNP,C

Kelli Spillers Bovard
CPNP
Michelle B Breaux
NP

Amanda Kimble Crawford
CPNP
Kristy Leigh Dibble
NP
Rodger Harold Elofson
M.D.
Dana Angelle Fakouri
M.D.
Steven David Felix
MD
Leslie Wilhite Irby
CPNP
Briana Mayo
N.P.

Mary Beth Mazza-ricketts
APRN
Emily Reed Mcilwain
APRN
Melvin Mokiso Murrill
Medical Doctor

Brannon Charles Perilloux
M.D.
Tierney Dashae Rowe
CPNP-PC
Bhakti Samant
M.D.B.S, MBA
Pamela Smith Shriver
NP
Rachael Merey Simms
Nurse Practitioner
Karen Elizabeth Simpson
MD
Rachel Sue Stephenson
NP
Karen Renee Williams
MD
Amy I. Binck
APN
Rebecca Knost Bokun
P.N.P.
Robert Eldred Drumm
M.D.
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 Baton Rouge
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 Louisiana
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 Baton Rouge
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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