Get Well Child Exam - Adolescence: 15 - 20 Year Date

Well-child visits allow your pediatrician to examine your child holistically, assess their physical and emotional needs, support their growth and development, and intervene quickly if any issues arise.

Your child will need wellness checkups at ages 2 weeks, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, 2 years, 2 1/2 years, 3 years, 4 years and 5 years.

Well-Child Visits Children ages 1 to 4 need to see the doctor or nurse when they're: 12 months old. 15 months old (1 year and 3 months) 18 months old (1 year and 6 months)

A complete history during the well-child visit includes information about birth history; prior screenings; diet; sleep; dental care; and medical, surgical, family, and social histories. A head-to-toe examination should be performed, including a review of growth.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends well-child visits for babies and young toddlers at 3 to 5 days old, then at ages 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, and 30 months. Starting at age 3, kids and teens need one preventive-care visit every year through age 21.

For children ages 12 to 17 (adolescent), use CPT code 99384. For children age 18 (adolescent), use CPT code 99385. For established patients making a well baby/well child care visits: • For infants under age 1, use CPT code 99391. For children ages 1 to 4 (early childhood), use CPT code 99392.

Well-child visits are essential for many reasons, including: Tracking growth and developmental milestones. Discussing any concerns about your child's health. Getting scheduled vaccinations to prevent illnesses like measles and whooping cough (pertussis) and other serious diseases.

2-year Check-up Questionnaire How much milk should my child drink at this age? How can I get my picky eater to eat better? Are there particular foods I should avoid or make sure my child eats? Are there indicators of developmental issues I should watch out for?