Preferred Pediatrics- an Affiliate of Children's Mercy

10/27/2025

This spooktacular event is back by popular demand! Preferred Pediatrics is honored to present, and The Chamber Young Professionals are excited to host the Chamber's annual Trunk or Treat event this Thursday Oct. 30, 2025, from 5-7 p.m. in downtown Lee's Summit in front of the Chamber Depot.
Families can enjoy food truck food, a photo booth, free candy from local businesses, popcorn, crafts and hot chocolate. Plus, follow the trail through William B. Howard Station Park to find even more sweet treats and ghoulish costumes along the way.
This is a free community event.

10/24/2025

5 Tips to Prepare for an Office Visit

Fill out and update patient forms beforehand to speed check-in.
Bring medical records, current meds, dosages, and your insurance cards.
Arrive ~15 minutes early, especially if you’re a new patient.
If your child is ill, call ahead—some urgent care slots are walk-in and others require notice.
Know what the visit is for (well child check, immunizations, follow-up) so you use time wisely.

10/20/2025

What Makes Preferred Pediatrics Different?

Same‐day appointments & walk-in urgent care. We understand illness doesn’t wait so we offer same‐day availability and walk-in hours (especially during winter) to help when your child needs care fast.

Telehealth options
For minor illnesses, follow-ups, or when staying home is safer, we now offer telehealth visits.

Accepting new patients & broad insurance
We accept most major insurance plans (including Blue Cross Blue Shield), making it easier to find care that fits your family.

We’re part of the Children’s Mercy network. As an affiliate of Children’s Mercy Health Network, we collaborate on best practices and partner on specialty care when needed.

We’re different. We’re passionate about children’s health and communicating effectively with your family. If you’re searching for a pediatric clinic or know someone who is, Preferred Pediatrics is the place!

10/14/2025

Tips for Parents & Guardians

Keep your provider in the loop: Regular checkups, even when kids seem healthy, help us stay ahead of developmental, immunization, and growth concerns.

Know when to use telehealth: For mild symptoms (e.g. runny nose, mild sore throat, follow-ups), a telehealth visit may save you a trip.

Be ready for urgent issues: If something feels serious (difficulty breathing, high fever, severe pain, dehydration), go to urgent care or call 911 — don’t wait.

Save the clinic info now: Our office is at 241 NW McNary Ct, Lee’s Summit, MO, and phone is 816-347-0064.

10/03/2025

Preferred Pediatrics is proud to be involved with such a worthwhile cause.

Special thanks to our Breakthrough Sponsors, Auer Family Foundation, Preferred Pediatrics- an Affiliate of Children's Mercy, and Garmin. With their help, we're moving towards a world without type 1. Join us and see their impact at the Kansas City Walk on October 11th at the World War I Museum and Memorial.

09/30/2025

Starting tomorrow and through December 17th; also on Saturday, October 18th.

08/30/2025

🌟 Happy Labor Day from all of us at Preferred Pediatrics! 🌟

We will be closed on Monday, September 1st to honor the hard work, dedication, and care that keep our families and communities thriving. To all the parents, caregivers, and workers who give so much every day, we celebrate you! 💙

08/19/2025

Read here about the benefits of walking to school!

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07/22/2025

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07/04/2025

Have a safe and happy Independence Day! We will be closed Friday and Saturday July 4th and 5th. Will return on Monday July 7th.

06/27/2025

Becoming a mom is a big change filled with joy, challenges and lots of special moments. We asked moms to think back on their motherhood journeys and share some helpful tips on how to adjust to life with kids. Whether you're just starting out or looking for some new ideas, these tips can help you through the fun and chaos of being a parent.

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