Best Pediatric Care Providers in Raleigh, NC
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 Raleigh, North Carolina.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Raleigh, NC
Michelle H Bae
CPNP-PC
Brittany Ashlee Bruce
Mary Katherine Carroll
RN
Hillary Houghton
MSN, CPNP-PC
Brendetta Huffman-rowe
Amanda F Johnson
NP
Alan Kent Lassiter
M.D.
Debra Sue Weaver
Nurse practitioner
Laura Craven
CPNP-PC
Alyssa Joan Hoffmann
PNP
Mary Kozuch
PNP
Cassidy Mcrorie
PNP-PC
Sara Marie Baldwin
PNP
Bronwyn Bartle
NP
Scott Vincent Connelly
MD
Jodi P Cook
MD
Maria Despres
NP
Samantha Lynne Dowell
Peter Frederick Farmer
M.D.
Haley Grace Gandsey
PNP
Shayne Ryden Geil
CPNP
Claire Gilbert
PNP
Chad Christopher Greer
MD
Virginia Gamble Hall
PNP
Julia Anne Herrington
Samareh Ghorbani Hill
M.D., M.P.H.
Kate Elizabeth Houghtalen
CPNP
Bishoy Nazih Ibrahim
Sue Ann Campbell Jatko
PNP
Danielle Laughlin Jones
ARNP
Lakhbir Kaur
CRNP
Jenna Gross Lawshe
NP
Melissa Anne Loyd
PNP
Hollis L Mertens
NP
Andea Morawski Mew
PNP
Emily Norris Miller
RN, MSN, CPNP
Laura June Oates
PNP
Rachael Park
PNP-PC
Laura Ann Parrish
NP
Aileen Priscilla Pierson
NP
Anish Rajendra Raj
M.D.
Valerie J Rinehammer
PNP
Katherine Sheppard Schroeder
MD
Michelle Schweitzer
Jean Charlotte Smith
MD
Kelly Maines Squires
CPNP
Jacquelyn Maria Steen
MSN, CPNP-PC
Julie M. Torsone
PNP
Nancy Cooke White
PNP
Melinda L Williams
PNP
Michelle Emma Yost
PNP
Amelia Willis
CPNP-PC
John Jacob Meier
MD
Shana Dawn Bailey
CPNP
Hannah Bergeson
MSN, RN, CPNP
Teri Brown
CPNP
Connell Covington
M.D.
Cristi M Finch
CPNP
Georgette Fernanda Gura
CPNP
Lauren Meadows Heilman
CPNP-PC
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 Raleigh
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 North Carolina
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 Raleigh
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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