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checks and immunizations — with the specifics changing as your child grows. <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/about-us\">Dr. Rozalyn Paschal-Thomas<\/a> performs well-child, school and sports physicals at three South Florida offices.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"badges fade f3\">\r\n <span class=\"badge\">Forms signed same visit<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge\">Medicaid accepted<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge\">Se habla espa\u00f1ol<\/span>\r\n <span class=\"badge\">Birth to age 21<\/span>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"hhours fade f3\">\r\n <div><strong>Mon–Fri<\/strong> 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM<\/div>\r\n <div><strong>Typical visit<\/strong> 20–30 minutes<\/div>\r\n <div><strong>Call<\/strong> (305) 758-0591<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"hvisual fade f2\">\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <img src=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pediatric-physical-exam.jpg\"\r\n alt=\"Pediatrician performing a physical examination on a child at a Miami pediatric clinic\"\r\n loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\">\r\n <div class=\"card-body\">\r\n <h2>Book a physical exam<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"card-role\">Miami · North Miami Beach · Plantation<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"tel:+13057580591\" class=\"card-cta\">Call (305) 758-0591<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/header>\r\n\r\n<!-- JUMP NAV -->\r\n<nav class=\"jump\" aria-label=\"On this page\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><a href=\"#what-is\">What it includes<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"#by-age\">What happens at each age<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"#how-often\">How often<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"#types\">Well-child, school, sports<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"#bring\">What to bring<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"#offices\">Offices<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n<!-- KEY FACTS -->\r\n<section>\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"kf\">\r\n <h2 id=\"key-facts\">Pediatric Physical Exam at a Glance<\/h2>\r\n <dl>\r\n <dt>What it is<\/dt>\r\n <dd>A preventive check-up covering growth, vital signs, a head-to-toe examination, screening and immunizations<\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>Also called<\/dt>\r\n <dd>Well-child visit, annual checkup, annual physical for kids, child wellness exam near me, child physical exam<\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>How long<\/dt>\r\n <dd>20 to 30 minutes for a routine visit<\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>How often<\/dt>\r\n <dd>Seven times in the first year, then 15, 18, 24 and 30 months, then annually to age 21<\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>Who performs it<\/dt>\r\n <dd><a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/about-us\">Dr. Rozalyn Paschal-Thomas, MD<\/a>, pediatrician<\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>Forms<\/dt>\r\n <dd>Florida DH 680 and <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/school-physicals-near-me\">school physical<\/a> forms completed during the visit<\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>Insurance<\/dt>\r\n <dd>Usually covered as preventive care — <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/medicaid-pediatricians\">a pediatrician that accepts Florida Medicaid<\/a>, plus <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/insurance-accepted\">the commercial insurance plans accepted<\/a><\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>Offices<\/dt>\r\n <dd>Miami, North Miami Beach and Plantation — <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/pediatric-clinic-near-me\">compare all three pediatric clinics<\/a><\/dd>\r\n\r\n <dt>To book<\/dt>\r\n <dd><a href=\"tel:+13057580591\">(305) 758-0591<\/a> — or complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/patient-forms\">new patient forms<\/a> first<\/dd>\r\n <\/dl>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- WHAT IT INCLUDES -->\r\n<section class=\"bg-alt\" id=\"what-is\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"head\"><h2>What Does a Pediatric Physical Exam Include?<\/h2><\/div>\r\n\r\n <p class=\"lead\">A pediatric physical exam is a preventive check-up in which the pediatrician measures growth and vital signs, examines the body head to toe, screens vision, hearing and development for the child's age, reviews immunizations, and talks through nutrition, sleep, activity and safety with the family. It is the same appointment often called a well-child visit or annual checkup, and it is the core of what a <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/\">kids doctor in Miami<\/a> does across a childhood.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"prose\">\r\n <h3>Measurements and vital signs<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Height and weight<\/strong>, plotted on growth charts so the trend matters more than any single number<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Head circumference<\/strong> for children under two<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Blood pressure<\/strong> from age three onward<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Heart rate, respiratory rate and temperature<\/strong><\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Body mass index<\/strong> once a child is old enough for it to be meaningful<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <h3>The head-to-toe examination<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Head, eyes, ears, nose, throat<\/strong> and, in babies, the soft spots<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Teeth and gums<\/strong> for decay and alignment<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Heart and lungs<\/strong> listened to for murmurs, rhythm and breath sounds<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Abdomen<\/strong> palpated for tenderness or enlarged organs<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Spine<\/strong> checked for curvature, with scoliosis screening in older children<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Hips, limbs, muscle tone and reflexes<\/strong><\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Skin<\/strong> for rashes, birthmarks and unusual moles<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Genitals<\/strong>, briefly and age-appropriately, with a parent present<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <h3>Screening and guidance<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li><strong>Vision and hearing<\/strong> screening at the recommended ages<\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Developmental and behavioural screening<\/strong>, including <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/what-should-my-2-year-old-be-doing\/\">2-year-old milestones and the red flags worth raising<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Immunization review<\/strong> against the schedule, with catch-up doses if needed — see <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/services\">immunizations and other pediatric services<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><strong>Anticipatory guidance<\/strong>: nutrition — from <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/baby-formulas\">the baby formulas pediatricians recommend<\/a> in infancy through the <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/nurture-nourish\/\">Nurture & Nourish childhood nutrition program<\/a> — plus sleep, screen time, safety, and for teenagers a confidential conversation<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <p>Rozalyn H. Paschal M.D. P.A. Pediatrics performs these exams at all three offices, and any school or sports form is signed before you leave rather than mailed back later. The practice has been a <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/our-founders\">Black-owned pediatric practice in Miami since 1953<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- BY AGE -->\r\n<section id=\"by-age\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"head\"><h2>What Do They Do at Each Age?<\/h2><\/div>\r\n\r\n <p class=\"lead\">The structure of the exam stays the same; the emphasis changes. A four-year-old check-up centres on the first formal vision and hearing screening and kindergarten immunizations. A twelve-year-old visit centres on puberty, scoliosis and a confidential conversation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"tw\">\r\n <table class=\"dt\">\r\n <caption>What a pediatric physical exam focuses on, by age<\/caption>\r\n <thead>\r\n <tr><th scope=\"col\">Age<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Main focus of the exam<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Typically also<\/th><\/tr>\r\n <\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr><th scope=\"row\">Newborn – 12 months<\/th><td>Weight against birth weight, jaundice, feeding, head circumference, reflexes, hips<\/td><td>First-year immunizations — see what a <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/newborn-care\">newborn pediatrician checks at each infant visit<\/a><\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><th scope=\"row\">1 – 2 years<\/th><td>Walking, first words, growth, teeth, anaemia and lead risk assessment<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/what-should-my-2-year-old-be-doing\/\">Toddler developmental milestones<\/a><\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><th scope=\"row\">3 – 4 years<\/th><td>Blood pressure begins; first formal vision and hearing screening; speech clarity, hopping, drawing<\/td><td>Kindergarten immunizations and the Florida <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/school-physicals-near-me\">school entry physical<\/a><\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><th scope=\"row\">5 – 10 years<\/th><td>Growth and BMI, vision and hearing, dental health, school progress and behaviour<\/td><td>School forms, and <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/sports-physicals-near-me\">FHSAA sports physicals for student athletes<\/a><\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><th scope=\"row\">11 – 14 years<\/th><td>Puberty staging, scoliosis screening, mood and sleep, BMI<\/td><td>Adolescent vaccines; part of the visit may be one-to-one<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><th scope=\"row\">15 – 21 years<\/th><td>Confidential health conversation, mental health screening, blood pressure, sports clearance<\/td><td>College and immunization forms<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- HOW OFTEN -->\r\n<section class=\"bg-accent\" id=\"how-often\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"head\"><h2>How Often Does a Child Need a Physical Exam?<\/h2><\/div>\r\n\r\n <p class=\"lead\">Seven times in the first year, then at 15, 18, 24 and 30 months, then once a year from age three through age 21 — following the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/practice-management\/care-delivery-approaches\/periodicity-schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bright Futures\/American Academy of Pediatrics periodicity schedule<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"prose\">\r\n <p>Because all three offices share one chart under the practice's <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/patient-centered-medical-home\">NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home<\/a> model, growth plotted at one office continues on the same chart at another. Babies are seen at three to five days old, then at one, two, four, six, nine and twelve months. Extra visits are added when a child has a chronic condition such as asthma, is being followed for slow growth, or needs a form signed outside the usual cycle.<\/p>\r\n <p>Most insurance plans cover well-child visits as preventive care, which means the annual exam is usually the cheapest appointment a family will have all year and the one most often skipped.<\/p>\r\n <p>A physical examination has to be done in person, so it cannot be replaced by a video visit — but <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/pediatric-telemedicine\">pediatric telemedicine<\/a> handles the follow-up questions that come out of one. For school-age children the practice also runs a <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/hazel-health-and-paschal-pediatrics-collaborate-to-connect-students-to-primary-care\/\">partnership connecting students to primary care through their schools<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- TYPES -->\r\n<section id=\"types\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"head\">\r\n <h2>Well-Child, School and Sports Physicals<\/h2>\r\n <p>Three different appointments that overlap. One annual visit usually covers all three needs.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"tg\">\r\n <article class=\"tc\">\r\n <img class=\"tc-img\" src=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pediatric-physical-exam.jpg\"\r\n alt=\"Pediatrician examining a child during an annual well-child visit\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\r\n <div class=\"tc-body\">\r\n <h3>Well-child visit<\/h3>\r\n <p>The full preventive exam: growth, vital signs, head-to-toe examination, screening, immunizations and guidance. This is the appointment the others are usually built on.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"tel:+13057580591\" class=\"btn b-out\">Book a well-child visit<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"tc\">\r\n <img class=\"tc-img\" src=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/school-physicals-group-of-kids.jpg\"\r\n alt=\"Group of school-age children, Florida school entry physicals in Miami\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\r\n <div class=\"tc-body\">\r\n <h3>School physical<\/h3>\r\n <p>A shorter clearance exam confirming a child is healthy enough to attend, recorded on the Florida DH 680 form. August books out fast — the <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/school-physicals-near-me-early-scheduling-guide\/\">early scheduling guide<\/a> explains why spring is better.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/school-physicals-near-me\" class=\"btn b-out\">Florida school physicals<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"tc\">\r\n <img class=\"tc-img\" src=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/sports-physicals-football-players-Miami-Northwestern.jpg\"\r\n alt=\"High school football players in Miami who need FHSAA sports physicals\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\r\n <div class=\"tc-body\">\r\n <h3>Sports physical<\/h3>\r\n <p>The FHSAA EL2 athletic clearance exam, adding a cardiac history, joint and flexibility assessment and injury review to the standard examination.<\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/sports-physicals-near-me\" class=\"btn b-out\">FHSAA sports physicals<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"prose\" style=\"margin-top:26px;\">\r\n <p><strong>Is a school physical the same as a well-child visit?<\/strong> Not quite. A well-child visit is the full preventive check-up; a school physical is a shorter clearance exam. Because a well-child visit satisfies the school requirement, booking the annual appointment usually covers both and saves a second trip.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- WHAT TO BRING -->\r\n<section class=\"bg-warm\" id=\"bring\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"head\"><h2>What to Bring: The Parent's Checklist<\/h2><\/div>\r\n\r\n <p class=\"lead\">Insurance card, photo identification, your child's immunization record, any forms that need signing, a list of current medications, and questions written down. Arriving with the paperwork done shortens the appointment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"checklist\">\r\n <div class=\"cl\">\r\n <h3>Documents<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Insurance card<\/li>\r\n <li>Photo identification<\/li>\r\n <li>Immunization record<\/li>\r\n <li>School or sports forms<\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/patient-forms\">New patient forms<\/a>, if this is a first visit<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cl\">\r\n <h3>Health information<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Current medications and doses<\/li>\r\n <li>Allergies<\/li>\r\n <li>Records from a previous pediatrician<\/li>\r\n <li>Any specialist reports<\/li>\r\n <li>Concerns you want raised<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"cl\">\r\n <h3>For your child<\/h3>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>Clothing that is easy to remove<\/li>\r\n <li>Glasses or hearing aids if worn<\/li>\r\n <li>A comfort item for younger children<\/li>\r\n <li>For teenagers, time alone with the doctor<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- OFFICES -->\r\n<section id=\"offices\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"head\">\r\n <h2>Where to Book a Physical Exam<\/h2>\r\n <p>Three offices, one medical record. Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"og\">\r\n <article class=\"oc\">\r\n <img class=\"oc-img\" src=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Rozalyn-h-paschal-MD-Pediatrician-in-Miami-Main-Office.jpg\"\r\n alt=\"Miami pediatric clinic at 7900 NW 27th Ave, Suite 50\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\r\n <div class=\"oc-body\">\r\n <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/miami-pediatric-clinic-near-me\">Miami Pediatric Clinic<\/a><\/h3>\r\n <p>7900 NW 27th Ave, Suite 50<br>Miami, FL 33147<\/p>\r\n <p><a href=\"tel:+13057580591\"><strong>(305) 758-0591<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/miami-pediatric-clinic-near-me\" class=\"btn b-out\">Miami clinic details<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"oc\">\r\n <img class=\"oc-img\" src=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Jackson-North-Medical-Plaza.jpg\"\r\n alt=\"Jackson North Medical Plaza, North Miami Beach pediatric office\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\r\n <div class=\"oc-body\">\r\n <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/north-miami-beach-pediatric-clinic-near-me\">Pediatrician in North Miami Beach<\/a><\/h3>\r\n <p>16800 NW 2nd Avenue, Suite 308<br>North Miami Beach, FL 33169<\/p>\r\n <p><a href=\"tel:+13056526095\"><strong>(305) 652-6095<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/north-miami-beach-pediatric-clinic-near-me\" class=\"btn b-out\">pediatric clinic in North Miami Beach<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n\r\n <article class=\"oc\">\r\n <img class=\"oc-img\" src=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plantation-Pediatric-Clinic.jpg\"\r\n alt=\"Plantation pediatric clinic in Broward County\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\">\r\n <div class=\"oc-body\">\r\n <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/plantation-pediatric-clinic-near-me\">Pediatrician in Plantation, FL<\/a><\/h3>\r\n <p>660 N. State Rd. 7, Suite 4<br>Plantation, FL 33317<\/p>\r\n <p><a href=\"tel:+19548808399\"><strong>(954) 880-8399<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/plantation-pediatric-clinic-near-me\" class=\"btn b-out\">Same-day visits in Plantation<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/article>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- FAQ -->\r\n<section class=\"bg-alt\" id=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <div class=\"head\">\r\n <h2>Questions Parents Ask<\/h2>\r\n <p>For more, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/faqs\">full pediatric FAQ page<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faqs\">\r\n <div class=\"faq active\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"true\">\r\n <h3>What does a pediatric physical exam include?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>Height, weight and head circumference plotted on growth charts; vital signs including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate and temperature; a head-to-toe examination of eyes, ears, nose, throat, teeth, heart, lungs, abdomen, spine, skin, limbs and genitals; vision and hearing screening at the appropriate ages; developmental and behavioural screening; an immunization review; and a discussion of nutrition, sleep, activity and safety.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <h3>What do they do at a 4 year old physical exam?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>Height, weight and blood pressure, then the first formal vision and hearing screening for many children, a head-to-toe examination, and checks on speech clarity, drawing, hopping and balance. Kindergarten-entry immunizations are usually given at this visit, and the Florida <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/school-physicals-near-me\">school entry physical<\/a> and DH 680 form can be completed at the same appointment.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <h3>Do pediatricians do physical exams?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>Yes — it is a core part of pediatric primary care. A pediatrician performs well-child physical exams on the American Academy of Pediatrics schedule, plus school and sports physicals as needed. At Rozalyn H. Paschal M.D. P.A. Pediatrics these are done at the <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/miami-pediatric-clinic-near-me\">pediatric clinic at 7900 NW 27th Ave in Miami<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/north-miami-beach-pediatric-clinic-near-me\">Spanish-speaking North Miami Beach office<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/plantation-pediatric-clinic-near-me\">Plantation pediatrician in Broward County<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <h3>What does a pediatric physical exam checklist typically include?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>For the family: insurance card, photo ID, immunization record, any forms needing signature, a list of medications, and questions written down. For the pediatrician: growth measurements, vital signs, the head-to-toe examination, vision and hearing screening, developmental screening, immunization review and anticipatory guidance.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <h3>How often does a child need a physical exam?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>Seven times in the first year — at 3 to 5 days, then 1, 2, 4, 6, 9 and 12 months — then at 15, 18, 24 and 30 months, and once a year from age three through 21, following the Bright Futures and American Academy of Pediatrics schedule.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <h3>Is a school physical the same as a well-child visit?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>Not quite. A well-child visit is the full preventive check-up; a <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/school-physicals-near-me\">school physical<\/a> is a shorter clearance exam recorded on the Florida DH 680 form. A well-child visit satisfies the school requirement, so the annual appointment usually covers both.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <h3>Does insurance cover a child's physical exam?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>Most plans cover well-child visits as preventive care. This practice accepts <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/medicaid-pediatricians\">Florida Medicaid<\/a> and most major <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/insurance-accepted\">commercial insurance plans<\/a>, plus cash, debit and credit card. Staff verify your plan before the visit. No one is denied access to services due to inability to pay. This guide explains <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/medicaid-pediatric-care-miami-north-miami-beach-plantation\/\">how Medicaid pediatric care works across all three offices<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <button class=\"faq-q\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\r\n <h3>How long does the exam take?<\/h3><span class=\"faq-i\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span>\r\n <\/button>\r\n <div class=\"faq-a\"><div class=\"faq-ac\">\r\n <p>Usually 20 to 30 minutes for a routine well-child visit, longer for a first visit with a new practice or when several forms need completing. Here is <a href=\"https:\/\/rhpaschalmd.com\/first-pediatric-visit\/\">what to expect at a first pediatric visit<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- CTA -->\r\n<section class=\"cta\">\r\n <div class=\"pxw\">\r\n <h2>Book Your Child's Physical Exam<\/h2>\r\n <p>Well-child, school and sports physicals at all three offices. Forms completed and signed during the visit.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"brow\">\r\n <a href=\"tel:+13057580591\" class=\"btn b-gold\">Miami: (305) 758-0591<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"tel:+13056526095\" class=\"btn b-white\">N. 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