Pediatricians & Child Psychologists in Kansas City, Missouri

There are 135 pediatric and child mental health providers listed in Kansas City, Missouri on Parenting Pathway, including pediatricians, child psychologists and child psychiatrists. Compare addresses, opening hours, phone numbers and accessibility details below, then contact the practice directly to check availability, waiting times and which insurance plans they accept.

Finding pediatric care in Kansas City

Kansas City families are served by Children's Mercy Kansas City, one of the leading pediatric hospitals in the Midwest, with locations on both the Missouri and Kansas sides of the metro. Many local pediatricians are affiliated with Children's Mercy for specialist care.

Because the metro spans two states, insurance and Medicaid rules differ depending on where you live. Ask whether a practice accepts MO HealthNet for Kids, whether they offer same-day sick visits and how they support mental health. Missouri's First Steps program offers free evaluations for children under 3.

Back to Missouri

Listed here: 43 pediatricians, 66 child psychologists, 26 child psychiatrists.

Support for families in Missouri

Worried about a baby or toddler? If your child is under 3, you can contact First Steps, the early intervention program for Missouri, directly. Evaluations are free and you do not need a referral from a doctor. Children aged 3 and over can be evaluated for free through your local public school district.

Help with costs: Children in Missouri may qualify for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or CHIP, which covers checkups and many mental health services. You can check eligibility at InsureKidsNow.gov.

Not sure who your child should see? Try our free child development milestone checker or read pediatrician vs child psychologist vs child psychiatrist.

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