Pediatric Urgent Care Accepting Insurances at Universal Healthcare Services Inc. of Niles Children’s Clinic in Bakersfield, CA

Universal Pediatrics is committed to providing accessible healthcare for all our patients. We accept most major insurance plans, including:

• AARP
• Advantek
• Adventist Health
• Aetna
• Anthem Blue Cross Medical
• Blue Cross
• Blue Cross Sisc
• Bakersfield Pace
• Blue Shield
• Brand New Day
• Champva
• Cigna
• County of Kern
• First Health
• GEHA
• Health Now IPA
• Health Comp
• Humana (Centric and Commercial)
• Kaiser Permanente (Only Primary Need Autho) (Commercial or Medical)
• Kern Family
• Kern Legacy
• Kern Legacy with (KEKCK -Claims go to Blue Cross)
• Medicare (Noridian)
• Medical
• Multiplan
• Operating Engineers Trust Fund
• Pinnacle
• Qual Care IPA (Centric and Dignity)
• Railroad (ONLY Primary)
• Tricare
• Transwestern
• UFCW
• UMR
• United American
• United Health Care PPO
• Universal Healthcare IPA (MSO)
• WPS (Tricare West)

For families without insurance coverage, we offer self-pay options to ensure that every child can receive the care they deserve. As insurance participation and plan coverage are subject to change, we recommend contacting Universal Pediatrics directly or consulting your insurance provider to confirm that your specific plan is accepted. Our team is also happy to help you understand any referral requirements or other details regarding your pediatric care coverage. If you have any questions about your insurance or payment options, please call our office. We’re here to help ensure your child receives the best possible care with our health education.

If your insurance is not accepted at Universal Pediatrics, you still have the option to receive care through our self-pay program. We offer a self-pay option for families whose insurance plans are not part of our accepted network, as well as for those without insurance coverage. This means you can pay for services out of pocket at the time of your visit.
 
We encourage you to contact Universal Pediatrics directly to inquire about our current self-pay pricing and accepted payment methods, and to ask whether any discounts or payment plans are available for self-pay patients. Our staff is here to help you understand the costs involved and will provide you with detailed information so you can make informed decisions about your child’s healthcare. Your child’s well-being is our top priority, and we are committed to making quality care accessible for all families.

We want to ensure that families are fully informed about potential costs associated with their child’s care. In addition to our standard charges for pediatric visits, there may be additional expenses such as co-pays, deductibles, or coinsurance, depending on your health insurance plan. These extra costs can vary based on the services your child needs—such as lab tests, immunizations, developmental screenings, or referrals to pediatric specialists—and whether Universal Pediatrics is considered in-network by your insurance provider. For example, some insurance plans require a fixed co-pay for well-child visits or sick visits, while others may have you pay a percentage of the total cost after meeting your deductible.
 
To help you avoid unexpected charges, we encourage you to review your insurance policy or reach out to our billing department. Our team at Universal Pediatrics is happy to help you understand your coverage and any potential out-of-pocket expenses before your child’s appointment. Planning allows you to make informed decisions about your child’s healthcare and manage your family’s medical expenses more effectively.

To verify if your insurance is accepted at Universal Pediatrics, start by contacting the practice directly. You can call the front desk and provide details about your insurance plan, such as the name of your insurer and your policy number. The staff can confirm whether they accept your specific insurance and let you know about any requirements, such as referrals or prior authorizations, that may be needed.
 
Additionally, it’s a good idea to call your insurance company using the customer service number on your insurance card to ask if Universal Pediatrics is considered in-network. Verifying this information ahead of your visit can help prevent unexpected costs and ensure your child’s care is covered. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 6055 Niles Street, Bakersfield, CA 93306-4696. We serve patients from Bakersfield CA, Maltha CA, Kayandee CA, Fresno CA, Burness CA, Clovis CA, Panama CA, Alameda CA, and surrounding areas.