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YOUR FIRST VISIT

Your Child’s First Visit

Starting with a new pediatric office should feel simple. Here you can see what to bring, what to expect and answers to common questions before your child’s first visit with Sylacauga Pediatrics or Summit Pediatrics.

PREPARE FOR THE FIRST VISIT

What to Bring With You

A little preparation can make check-in easier and help your pediatric team get to know your child’s health history.

BEFORE YOU COME

A Few Things to Review Before the Appointment

These simple steps can help your family arrive prepared for the first visit.

1. Complete Forms

Finish any patient forms requested for your child’s visit.

2. Gather Records

Bring complete immunization records and records from your child’s previous pediatrician.

3. Review Medications

Have an up-to-date list of prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements.

4. Write Down Questions

Bring the questions or concerns you want to discuss with your child’s pediatric provider.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A First Visit Focused on Getting to Know Your Child

Your first appointment is an opportunity to review your child’s health history, talk through current needs and begin building a relationship with the pediatric care team.

FIRST VISIT QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions for New Families

Bring your insurance card and identification when applicable, complete immunization records, records from your child’s previous pediatrician and a current medication list. Bring any forms your office asked you to complete.

Choose the office that works best for your family. Each location page includes the office address, phone number and directions.

Contact the pediatric office you would like to use for scheduling and appointment information.

Bringing or transferring prior pediatric records helps the care team understand your child’s medical history. Visit the Medical Records page for information about requesting or sending records.

Visit the Patient Forms page for new-patient paperwork and other commonly used patient resources.

Visit the Insurance & Billing page for general information, or contact your pediatric office with questions about your family’s account or plan.

Yes. Bring an up-to-date list of your child’s prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements, including the dose when possible.

Absolutely. Writing down questions before the appointment can help you remember the topics you want to discuss during the visit.

Contact the pediatric office for guidance. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

NEED HELP GETTING STARTED?

Choose Your Pediatric Office

For questions specific to your child, appointment or office, contact the location your family uses.

HELPFUL NEW PATIENT RESOURCES

Everything You May Need Before the First Visit

Use these resources to prepare paperwork, transfer records and review insurance information before your child’s appointment.

Find new-patient forms and other commonly used paperwork.

Learn how to request or transfer your child’s records.

Review general insurance and billing information before your visit.

Choose Sylacauga, Chelsea or Valleydale Road and get directions.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Choose Your Pediatric Office

Find the phone number, address and directions for Sylacauga, Chelsea or Valleydale Road.

Sylacauga Pediatrics

115 West Clay Street
Sylacauga, Alabama 35150

Summit Pediatrics – Chelsea

134 Foothills Parkway
Chelsea, Alabama 35043

Summit Pediatrics – Valleydale Road

1200 Providence Park, Suite 100
Birmingham, Alabama 35242

Ready for Your Child’s First Visit?

Choose your pediatric office, review the new-patient resources and contact the location your family would like to use.