Address: 1201 South I-35, Suite 303
| Round Rock, TX
78664
Rating: 3.20
(30 reviews)
Insurances:
Medicaid,
Ages Served:
Children
Care Settings:
In-clinic,
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About Carousel Pediatrics - Mays Crossing
Carousel Pediatrics was founded on the belief that every child deserves quality healthcare, but it goes beyond simply treating children. Our mission is to care for the whole family—from comfortable waiting areas to friendly staff, from extended hours to education and support that helps families develop healthy lifestyles. Our mission is to care for our emplo
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that
your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
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1201 South I-35, Suite 303,TX,78664
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Dr Stephanie Slater the Nurses are all AMAZING I have been taking my boys since they were newborns I always felt heard understood I love all of them
Marlen Deluna
26 May 2024
google review
The staff was fantastic let me start by saying thatThe Dr or whatever she was was awful. They are apparently so overworked that they cant be bothered to ask questions or figure out what is wrong. I had to advocate for my child and ask for better care so we could figure out what is happening. Then the Dr assumes my financial status and that was incredibly insulting
JAMIE KING
26 May 2024
google review
We reached there by 1140 . They told us on call that they can see us . Even though they have all the info about our insurance from our previous dr was not in mood to see the patient. My poor son was having earache and we reached before midnight but had worst experience.
Sn 90
26 May 2024
google review
Community care is awful. To make an appointment or try to contact them you are on wait a minimum of an hour. You will never reach the front desk just a person working from home that has no idea what is going on.
Paige Zaharoff
26 May 2024
yelp review
Please Do not bring your babies here very unprofessional staff very rude. They dont seem to care about your concerns.
Natalie G.
25 April 2024
google review
We love our doctor here. She always listens and we never feel rushed. Facility is clean. Staff is friendly. Always a good experience.
Cacy Matano
26 May 2022
yelp review
This doctor and place feels like a inconvenience rather them helping you So unprofessional and rude . The doctor will not explain anything and...
Roger B.
19 October 2021
google review
My kiddos love the staff here always so sweet and playful making them feel comfortable. We never have to wait long which is always a good thing with 3 kids. The Doctor always has some funny sound to make the kids love it.
D B
26 May 2020
google review
Visiting this Pediatric location is always a good experience for us. Valery Monica and Angelica have excellent customer service. Angelica is so friendly and absolutely extremely knowledgeable. Dr Rama Sarathy and Carly Schultz NP. are very kind and informative. We are so happy to say that we appreciate these ladies so much and highly recommend this office.
K C
26 May 2019
google review
I had new patient appointments for 2 of my kiddos the other day front office was friendly and prompt we got back before I finished paperwork and was seen within 5-10 minutes by provider Helen Hawkins. She was great very attentive and informative
Jackie Stiles
26 May 2019
google review
They were out of vaccines for almost 2 weeks before school started then we go in 20 min early so we could be where we needed to be. We sat waiting in a tiny room for 30 min with nobody telling us anything. I then go ask how much longer and they say they dont know. Wait another 10 min then left. 90 min threre tp accomplish nothing. Make sure you give yourself at least 2 hours in their office for your well visit and based on previous experience another 30-45 for vaccines.
Shelia Kieser
26 May 2019
google review
OMG with this place. I came in for 2 simple check ups and they literally took 2 plus hours just for that when in other pediatrics office they just take lest than 10 to 15 mins. This pediatric office is ridiculous.... if you decide to come here be ready to wait 2 to 3 hours for the most simplest thing you have
Alpha Rebollar (Krazy Mexican91)
26 May 2019
yelp review
NP Helen Hawkins is amazing She is very understanding and compassionate with my choices in health care and respects my wishes and truly wants what is best...
Anna D.
22 April 2018
Frequently Asked Questions
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
understanding other people's body language
Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it's really important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
Use visual aids. You can use picture schedules, videos, social stories, and other visual aids to show your child what to expect.
Take your child for a practice visit. This can be the same as the orientation visit, or it can be a “dry run” of an appointment where the dentist doesn’t actually work on your child’s teeth yet.
Bring items to fulfill sensory needs. Bringing your child’s favorite fidgets and toys so they can play during the appointment will be helpful.
Reduce unnecessary stress before and after. Reduce demands by wearing comfortable clothes, getting lots of rest, eliminating unnecessary activities (like grocery shopping — order for pick up!), and doing the things that relax your child. Your child will be able to regulate better when every day stressors are kept at a minimum.
Your pediatrician might be able to administer screenings, but most general doctors are not trained to formally diagnose autism. They might refer you to a qualified diagnostic clinician which include:
Developmental Pediatricians
Child Psychologists
Child Psychiatrists
Pediatric Neurologists
Pediatric Neuropsychologists
Your experience might look different depending on the type of clinician you choose. Many families prefer working with developmental pediatricians. Others might work with a psychiatrist or another specialist to get a different perspective.
A formal ASD diagnosis, or a medical diagnosis, helps you get the support your family needs, especially within the context of accessing medically necessary therapies and services.
Insurance Coverage for Therapies: Medically necessary therapies for ASD are often covered by insurance including, but not limited to, speech therapy, ABA therapy, and occupational therapy.
Financial Support: A diagnosis is required when applying for social security or disability benefits.
Plan for Care: A diagnosis helps identify your child’s support needs. For example, your child might need to develop social communication and self-regulation skills.
Future Research: The more data we gather through evaluations, the more we can improve services for autistic children and adults.
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your child’s strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about your child’s skills, and your child will most likely demonstrate their skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a few hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your child’s needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with your child and your family, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon a child’s strengths. Some exercises your child might participate in are animal walks, obstacle courses, and therapy swing activities. Your family may learn strategies for supporting your child’s individualized needs at home, such as ways of supporting emotional regulation and sensory processing. The therapist may also recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help your child succeed.
Monitor your child’s progress. Parents and caregivers can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure the child is achieving their short and long-term goals.
Occupational therapy can also be provided virtually via telemedicine. Virtual therapy is a great option for families in rural areas who may not have access to in-person services, or for families who prefer to have therapy in their child’s home.
Virtual OT allows the opportunity for increased caregiver participation and understanding of a child’s strengths, areas of improvement, and generalization of skills in the child’s home environment. Virtual therapy also provides increased opportunities for caregiver and family education to support the child and the family based on each family’s needs.
Once you find a quality physical therapist you want to work with, here are a few things you need to know:
There will be an evaluation. First, you can expect an assessment to identify your child’s areas of strength and needs. A physical therapy evaluation usually lasts 30 minutes.
You’ll review and approve the care plan. The physical therapist will create a care plan, also known as a plan of care (POC), outlining the goals and strategies. They will review this with you and your care team before moving forward with therapy sessions.
Physical therapy sessions will be fun. PT with children is designed to be enjoyable. The therapist will use strategies and exercises based on your child’s needs. Exercises might involve playing on large stability balls, obstacle courses, movement equipment, stretches, and other hands-on activities.
Expect home exercises. Physical therapists commonly assign exercises to work on at home. Doing these exercises with your child outside therapy sessions can improve your child’s overall progress.
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