New Patient Welcome Center
We’re so glad you’re here. Whether you’re expecting your first baby or looking for a new medical home for your child, we’d be honored to walk alongside your family, from those very first newborn visits all the way through the teen years.
Choosing a pediatrician is a big decision, and this page is here to make it easier. You’ll find everything you need to get started: how to become a new patient, what to bring to your first visit, and office policies.
About Our Practice
Our mission is simple: to help every child reach their highest potential. We do that by partnering with parents to support each child’s physical and emotional well-being from birth through young adulthood.
We’re located in Irvine, CA, and we’re proud to be part of Rady Children’s Health. That means your family gets warm, personalized care close to home, plus access to Orange County pediatric specialists whenever you need them.
Our Services
- Same-day sick care
- Well-child exams
- Newborn care visits
- Physical exams for schools and sports teams
- Immunizations
- Management of chronic illnesses
- Laceration, burn and simple fracture care
- Hearing and Vision screening
- On site laboratory services
- Pediatric Triage services by licensed professional staff
Becoming a New Patient
Joining the practice is a simple, three-step process.
Click on each step for additional details.
Step 1: Choose a Pediatrician
Every one of our Irvine pediatricians is board-certified with extensive training in caring for patients from infancy through the teen years. Read about our doctors and pick the one who feels like the right fit.
Step 2: Call to schedule and verify your insurance
Give us a call and we’ll get your first appointment on the calendar. We’ll also confirm we accept your insurance and verify your coverage before your visit.
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Insurance Information
We accept most PPO and some HMO plans. Contact your insurance company to ensure that our practice is within your network. If you require assistance to verify coverage, let the person making the appointment know. We will confirm that we accept your insurance and verify your coverage prior to your visit.
Step 3: Prepare for your first visit
We can’t wait to meet your family. Here’s how to make your first appointment as smooth as possible:
Plan to arrive 15-20 minutes early. We’ll use that time to start your child’s chart and get you checked in.
Please bring:
- A valid insurance card (or, if you don’t have it yet: insurance company name, claims address, copay amount, policy holder name, policy number, group number, and suffix)
- Photo ID for the parent or guardian
- Copay, if applicable
- Your child’s immunization record
- Any relevant medical, school, or specialty records — especially helpful if your child has a complex or longstanding medical history
Please complete these forms ahead of time:
Visiting Our Office
Address
15825 Laguna Canyon Rd.
Suite 102
Irvine, CA 92618
Directions
To view directions in Google maps, click the button below
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Parking
Free parking is available in front of our office.
Expecting Parents
If you’re expecting, we’d love to meet you before your little one arrives. Learn more about prenatal visits and what to expect on our Expecting and New Parents page.
After-Hours Care
We partner with Rady Children’s Health to offer several options when our office is closed:
- 24/7 Nurse Advice Line: Call 1-844-GET-CHOC for free, round-the-clock guidance from pediatric healthcare experts. This line can also connect you to a virtual physician visit when needed.
- Pediatric Urgent Care: For non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries that need in-person evaluation, Rady Children’s Health has urgent care locations available in Irvine and Orange.
- Emergency: If your child is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.
Visit our After-Hours Care page for full details and locations.
Office Policies
Cancellations and late arrivals
Life with kids is unpredictable. We get it. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please give us a call as early as you can. If you’re running more than 15 minutes late, we may need to reschedule so we can stay on time for other families.
Referrals
Depending on your insurance, some specialists require a referral from your primary care physician. Our referrals coordinator will review your physician’s orders and help find the right specialist for your child. Once we receive your request, approval typically takes 7–10 business days. We’ll call you with all the information you need to schedule your appointment as soon as the referral is approved.
Please note: it’s the insurance holder’s responsibility to obtain a referral before seeing a specialist. We can’t guarantee retroactive referrals will be approved by your insurance, so reach out to us first.
Billing and Insurance
We accept over 50 insurance contracts, but the network is always changing. A few things to keep in mind:
- Bring your insurance card to every visit, especially if you’re a new patient or have a new plan
- New patients should call ahead so we can verify coverage before your visit
- We’ll file your primary insurance for you and collect your copay and deductible at the time of your visit
- We only file secondary insurance if we’re contracted to do so
- Without a billing contract with your insurance, you’ll be considered self-pay. We’re happy to provide a quote before your visit
Ultimately, you’re responsible for confirming with your insurance company which providers and medications they cover. We’ll help where we can, but the financial responsibility rests with you as the policyholder.
Schedule an Appointment
For comprehensive, personalized pediatric care, schedule an appointment with one of our Irvine pediatricians.
(949) 733-2800
