For Patients and Families

What to bring

To help your child's appointment run smoothly, please remember to bring:

• the name of your child's pediatrician and/or the name of the specialist who referred you to Children's, as well as his or her phone number
• the name of the department and building name where your child's appointment is
• insurance card(s)
• co-payment for your insurance, if applicable
• referrals or authorizations from your child's primary care doctor's office, if applicable
• medical or personal records, such as X-rays or lab tests. If you are unsure what to bring, call the department you are scheduled to visit.
• a list of the medications your child is taking
• a list of questions you or your child may have
• your child's and your Social Security Numbers
• any forms or information mailed to you by the department
• books, games, snacks, formula, diapers, change of baby clothes or other necessities (but if your child must fast for tests to be performed during the visit, please don’t bring food)

Your insurance and demographic information is verified at every visit. If your insurance information, address or phone number changes, please let us know.