Attention All Patients - Coronavirus (COVID-19) June 2020 update:
In an effort to reduce exposure to illness and wait times, we are discontinuing walk in clinic and will now offer scheduled sick and telemedicine visits. We can provide sick visits and medicine evaluations via telemedicine if desired. Only one parent and/or guardian will be permitted to enter the building with the child and we ask that you bring a mask, if you don't have one, one will be provided and must be worn while in the office. If you or your child has experienced cold like symptoms, fever or cough in the last 14 days please call the office before coming to any scheduled appointments.
Please call the office to schedule: Wilmington 910-763-2476 x0 and Hampstead 910-777-2013.
The following insurance plans are covering the Telemedicine visit type: Aetna, BCBSNC, Cigna, Medicaid, Humana Tricare, UHC
You can access this telemedicine visit via smart phone, computer, or a tablet. All require internet access. Further instructions will be provided when you call to schedule.
The Wilmington Office will continue to close at 5pm Mon - Fri until further notice.........
We continue to abide by CDC recommendations and the NC Department of Health to maintain the highest standard of commitment to wellness for our patients and staff. IF, you think your child has been exposed to COVID-19, and is experiencing fever and respiratory symptoms, DO NOT COME to the office. Please call first so we can determine the most appropriate course of action and care for your child. Our Providers and Clinical staff are ready to Triage and address your issues and concerns based on guidance from both the CDC and the NC Dept. of Health.
For the most up to date information please visit the NC Department of Health and Human services by clicking on this link:
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COVID ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
(NURSE TRIAGE LINE FOR ALL TO USE AT NO COST)Do you have questions about Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Do you have symptoms and need to know what to do?
Are you healthy, but just have questions or concerns?
Do you need help getting medical care?
Community Care of North Carolina (CCNC) can help!!1-877-490-6642
7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Seven days a week
https://www.communitycarenc.org/covid19-triage-plus-patient-facing
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We are pleased that you have chosen Carolina Pediatrics of Wilmington to provide health care for your family. We are a privately owned pediatric practice started by Dr. Mary Forehand in 1989. Our providers and staff strive to give you and your child the friendly and individualized care you deserve.
Carolina Pediatrics is proud to announce our partnership with the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation through our participation in their Kids in Parks program. Kids in Parks began through a need to get families unplugged and get them outdoors. Together with their partners, Kids in Parks promotes children's health and the health of our parks. To learn more about the Kids in Parks program go to our Community Resources page to find a video on this program or click the link http://www.kidsinparks.com/ You will also find more information in our lobby when you visit our office(s).
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