Dignity Health Kids Care Clinic - Merced, CA

Pediatric care supports the health of babies, children and teens. It includes checkups, well-child visits, sick visits, screenings and care for chronic or complex conditions. Pediatric specialists focus on areas including growth, development, emotional well-being and family guidance.

At Dignity Health Kids Health Care Clinic, we welcome patients from newborns and infants through adolescents and teens.

Explore pediatric care

You’ll find a wide range of pediatric services at Dignity Health Kids Health Care Clinic, including:

• Immunizations –  patients can receive hepatitis vaccines and flu shots.

• Back-to-school physicals – An annual back-to-school physical is an opportunity to assess a child's health and discuss any health concerns.

• Diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses – This includes ear infections, colds, bronchitis, flu, sinus infections, skin infections, stomach bugs and strep throat.

• Diagnosis and treatment of chronic illnesses – This includes allergies, anemia, asthma, epilepsy and cystic fibrosis.

• Treatment of skin conditions – This includes acne, eczema and hives.

• Hearing screenings – Routine hearing tests can detect hearing concerns as a child grows.

• Nutritional counseling – We provide nutritional counseling based on factors such as age, eating habits, food allergies or intolerances and activity level.

• Pediatric behavioral health resources – We offer counseling and other professional resources to care for a child's well-being.

No, an appointment is not needed. Walk-ins are welcome Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We are closed on weekends.

At Mercy’s Kids Care Clinic, we prioritize your child’s health and offer care for everyone regardless of ability to pay. We accept Medicare, Medi-Cal, Medi-Cal-CHDP and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured, ask about our sliding fee scale; your cost is based on your income.

We strive to see all children as quickly as possible. For walk-ins, wait times depend on current patient volume. Your child's comfort and well-being are our priority.

Please bring a photo ID for yourself, your child’s insurance card, their medication list and any relevant medical records.

Yes, we typically send a summary of your child’s visit to their pediatrician or referring health care provider. This helps keep your child’s care team informed about the visit and any treatment recommendations, which is important for ongoing care.