Pediatricians & Child Psychologists in Washington, District of Columbia

There are 182 pediatric and child mental health providers listed in Washington, District of Columbia 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 Washington

ashington, DC families are served by Children's National Hospital, one of the top-ranked pediatric hospitals in the country, which also runs primary care and behavioral health clinics across the District. Many families also use pediatricians in nearby Maryland and Virginia.

When choosing a practice, ask whether they accept DC Medicaid or your private plan, whether they offer evening hours and how quickly they can arrange specialist referrals. Strong Start, the DC Early Intervention Program, offers free evaluations for children under 3.

Back to District of Columbia

Listed here: 67 pediatricians, 46 child psychologists, 69 child psychiatrists.

Support for families in District of Columbia

Worried about a baby or toddler? If your child is under 3, you can contact Strong Start DC Early Intervention Program, the early intervention program for District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia 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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