Address: 789 S Federal Highway | Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Rating: 2.60 (3 reviews)
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Ages Served: Children up to 65 years
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About Pediatric Associates - Fort Lauderdale South
Pediatric Associates’ mission is to enhance the lives of all children, their families, and communities by delivering the highest quality of pediatric healthcare and service in a compassionate and healthy environment.
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.
Ive been coming here for the last few years and have been so impressed with the streamline ease of patient portal use access and instant information. The...
Christmas A.
October 15, 2024
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The office workers are not helpful and so unorganized. Ive gone back and forth trying to register my daughter for school. Ive had to turn the same form...
Shawn A.
July 29, 2024
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Quick service with a clean entertaining waiting room.Kind Doctors and front desk girls.They are really great thank you
Delilah B.
September 5, 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
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.