Learn what preventive care is covered by your insurance and how to help keep young kids, newborn to five, safe and healthy.
Health insurance typically covers preventive care services, such as well child visits, immunizations and developmental screenings. Be sure to check your plan for coverage details.
During well child visits, the pediatrician or family practice doctor will check your child’s height and weight, as well as track various development milestones. The doctor will also offer information and advice to help keep your child safe and healthy.
It’s important to understand what’s medically recommended and what your specific plan covers. Use these resources to research. Find additional details in your benefit booklet.
| Vaccine | Purpose | Age |
| Hep B | Protects against Hepatitis B | At Birth 1-2 months after first dose 6-18 months after second dose |
| RV | Protects against Rotavirus | 2 months 4 months 6 months |
| DTaP | Protects against Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis | 2 months 4 months 6 months 15-18 months 4-6 years |
| Hib | Protects against Haemophilus influenzae type b | 2 months 4 months 6 months 12-15 months |
| PCV | Protects against Pneumococcal disease | 2 months 4 months 6 months 12-15 months |
| IPV | Protects against Polio | 2 months 4 months 6 -18 months 4-6 years |
| MMR | Protects against Measles, Mumps & Rubella | 12-15 months 4-6 years |
| Varicella | Protects against Chicken Pox | 12-15 months 4-6 years |
| Hep A | Protects against Hepatitis A | 12-18 months (2 doses, 6 months apart) |
| Influenza | Protects against flu | Annually in the fall, starting at 6 months |
Your child’s doctor may order other preventive exams, based on your child’s family history or other risk factors.
Examples may include:
At each visit, your doctor (or pediatric nurse practitioner) will ask you about your child’s growth and offer guidance for keeping your child safe and healthy at each stage of development.
Tips may include:
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