Find out what happens at your school-age children’s preventive care check-ups, when they should get vaccines and how you can help keep them safe and healthy.
Health insurance typically covers preventive care services. This often includes 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, check vision and hearing, and track 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 |
| DTaP | Protects against Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis | 4-6 years |
| IPV | Protects against Polio | 4-6 years |
| MMR | Protects against Measles, Mumps & Rubella | 4-6 years |
| Varicella | Protects against Chicken Pox | 4-6 years |
| Tdap | Similar to DTap, but made for adolescents | 11-12 years |
| HPV | Protects against human papillomavirus, a major cause of cervical cancer | 11-12 years |
| MenACWY | Protects against bacterial meningitis | 11-12 years 16 years |
| Influenza | Protects against flu | Annually in the fall |
Your child’s doctor may order other preventive exams based on your 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.
Tips may include:
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