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Why choose eastern Pediatrics Greenville?

Eastern Pediatrics is dedicated to providing patients in the Greenville, Pitt County and eastern NC area with the highest quality pediatric care for infants, children, and adolescents. It is our belief that you are our most important asset, and we strive to provide personalized service with courtesy, promptness, and respect.

How do I access my child's patient portal?

Apr 24, 2019 · Services. Eastern Pediatrics provides up-to-date care for newborn through adolescence with state-of-the-art services for illness, minor injuries, and preventative and well care services. Our facility provides separate sick and well waiting rooms to help keep our well children healthy. Our providers work hand in hand with parents to achieve the ...

How do I Activate my Pediatrics east account?

Apr 24, 2019 · Eastern Pediatrics, PA is committed to providing quality care to our patients with or without insurance coverage. If you are uninsured and having trouble finding resources to purchase insurance coverage, please let us know and our patient representatives and insurance department will be glad to suggest some options for you.

Will Pediatrics east enforce my payment policy?

Apr 24, 2019 · Eastern Pediatrics913 E Arlington Blvd.Greenville, NC 27858. If you’re interested in our practice or you require more specific medical advice, please call our office at 252-561-7777 or contact us through our secure patient portal.

Why is my baby's urine orange?

Early urine may be orange or pink colored and usually gets lighter as the days go by. This early color is caused by urate crystals and you may actually see some crystals, but this is normal. Your baby should have a minimum of 2 to 3 wet diapers in a 24 hour period.

What does it mean when a baby is crying?

Irritability : This is when your baby is crying more than normal and you have done all of the usual things that normally calm him down. An irritable infant does not act the same as usual. Colic, crying for feedings, crying for a diaper change are all very common, and are not considered irritability .

Why does my baby lose weight?

Diarrhea: This occurs when stools or bowel movements are more frequent and more loose than normal. Babies can lose weight if they are having diarrhea, so if you feel that your baby is having diarrhea, please call our office.

Do babies need lotion?

Babies do not need lotions, powders or oils, but if you use them, please stop if the baby’s skin appears irritated. Stooling: Babies have different patterns of stooling. Breast fed babies have stools that are slimy yellow or green and this is normal, and they may have stools after every feeding.

Why do babies sleep on their backs?

Sleeping Position: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all infants sleep on their back. This is to reduce the chance of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS or crib death). Smoking: You should not allow your baby around people smoking, especially in the house or car.

Is it normal for a baby to have a bowel movement?

Some babies have pasty, yellow, cottage cheese-like stool, and this is also normal. Some babies grunt and strain, and turn red in the face to have a bowel movement and this is also normal. Some babies have a stool after every feeding and some babies may only have them daily, or once a week.

Do babies need more sleep?

Some infants require more sleep than others, but if your baby is sleeping more than normal and has slept through 2 or more feedings, please call our office. Feeding: Feeding is one of your baby’s first pleasant experiences and it should be one of comfort, love, attention, and warm physical contact. Breast milk is the best ...

What is Eastern Pediatrics?

Eastern Pediatrics will work with you to help keep your health care costs as low as we possibly can . One way to accomplish this is to help eliminate excessive and costly billing. The information presented here is to help accomplish this.

What is coinsurance in insurance?

Coinsurance is the amount you are required to pay for medical care in a fee-for-service plan after you have met your deductible. The coinsurance rate is usually expressed as a percentage. For example, if your insurance pays 80% of the claim, then you pay 20%.

Do I need a referral for HMO?

If you are enrolled in a managed care insurance plan (HMO), you will need to obtain a referral/authorization from our office prior to seeing a specialist. We will not issue retroactive referrals, so you will need to get this prior to seeing a specialist.

What is the phone number for the X-ray department?

Fax: 252-561-7778. If you’re interested in our practice or you require more specific medical advice, please call our office at 252-561-7777 or contact us through our secure patient portal.

What is an acute care walk in?

Acute care walk-in hours are for sick children only (No well checks, sports physicals, ADHD checks, rechecks or follow-ups) Please note: Some days can be busier than others and there may be a long wait. We appreciate your patience.

What is the number to call for after hours care?

After-hours Care. After hours, weekends, and holidays please call our office number at 252-561-7777 to contact our provider on call. You may have to leave a message, but your call will be promptly returned. As always, if you have an emergency call 911.

What is the CPSC?

Product Recalls. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. CPSC’s work to ensure the safety of consumer products – including toys, cribs, clothing, etc.

What is Vidant Medical Center?

Vidant Medical Center Breastfeeding Support: This is a support group for all breastfeeding moms. The group meets on the fourth Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at Vidant Wellness Center. Child Care is available. If you would like more information please call (252) 847-7439

What is Smart Start Martin Pitt?

Smart Start—Martin/Pitt Partnership For Children: Smart Start is a nationally recognized and award winning early childhood initiative. Supports parents, child care facilities, and educators through collaborative programs. Focus on ages birth to five years old the opportunity to experience quality early childhood education. Visit their website at www.mppfc.org or call (252) 756-1567 for more information.

What is the phone number for sickle cell screening?

Counseling is offered to patients and family members with a positive sickle cell screening. For more information, please call (252) 902-2305. To make an appointment, please call (252) 902-2449.

What is Tedi Bear?

TEDI BEAR Children’s Advocacy Center: This center offers children who have been physically and sexually abused, as well as parents “nurturance” parenting programs and education. Medical doctors and therapists help to provide exams, counseling, and referrals. For more information please call (252) 744-8334.

What is WIC in nutrition?

WIC – Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, & Children: Provides federal grants to states for nutrition education and counseling, supplemental foods, referrals, and breastfeeding education and support for qualified children from birth to age 5 that are found to be at a nutritional risk.

We care about kids

Eastern Carolina Pediatric Associates has evolved over the past 30 years from its humble beginning in Darlington, S.C. During its existence it has gone through several name changes as the number of physicians on staff have grown.

Non Immunized Patients

As of May 1, 2019, Eastern Carolina Pediatric Associates will no longer accept new patients who are not immunized or whose parents do not plan to immunize.

What is the phone number for after hours?

Scheduling After Hours Appointments: Please dial 205-661-4680 or 205-836-8691 or 205-681-5377. After Hours Service Location: Note: The location of after hours services will vary depending upon the location of the on-call physician on that particular day.

How long do you have to call the office to cancel an appointment?

To prevent having a no-show appointment, you must call the office at least 24 hours before your appointment when canceling or rescheduling. Forms (e.g. school, camp, sport, WIC, certificate of immunization) not requested during an office visit will incur a $5 processing charge.