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New State Health Plan under Aetna 1/1/2025

Beginning 1/1/2025, the North Carolina State Health Plan network will be administered by Aetna instead of BCBS. The open enrollment period is from 9/30/24 to 10/25/2024 for the 2025 benefit year. Parents/patients will need to re-enroll with one of our current Raleigh Pediatric physicians as their PCP. You will have to choose a specific physician that you wish to see- not Raleigh Pediatrics as a group-But, your child may be seen by...

Dr. John Rusher Retirement Announcement

August 2024 I hope this finds you and your family in good health. I am writing today with mixed emotions to let you know of my plan to retire as a pediatrician with Raleigh Pediatric Associates at the end of December 2024. I have been privileged to serve you, your children, and in some cases your children's children, over the last 27 years as a pediatrician with this practice. I...

Dr. Jerry Bernstein Retirement Announcement

From Dr. Jerry Bernstein   January 19, 2024 Dear RPA Families,I hope this email finds you and your loved ones in good health and spirits. I am writing today with a mixture of emotions as I announce my retirement, this July, from RPA after a rewarding 50-year journey as a pediatrician. It has been an absolute honor and privilege to serve your child/children and witness their growth and thriving over...

Routine Screening Tools during Well Exams

The physicians of Raleigh Pediatrics perform comprehensive well exams on their patients following the Bright Futures (American Academy of Pediatrics) recommendations.  These recommendations include timing of the exams along with appropriate testing, screening and lab work.  It is possible that some portion of the exam may not be covered or may be applied to a deductible by your insurance company and then would be your responsibility.  While we are sensitive...

New Patient Registration Tool

Raleigh Pediatrics is continuously looking for ways to improve our patient experience. We are excited to announce that we have invested in new technology to improve our check-in process, saving both time and paper. Beginning on June 21, 2016 you will be presented with a PhreesiaPad, similar to a tablet or iPad, to complete your registration. Instead of being given a clipboard with several paper forms to complete, you will...

Follow My Health Patient Portal

Raleigh Pediatrics uses the FollowMyHealth Patient Portal to provide electronic access to your child's medical record. Some features currently available on the patient portal at this time include: Well Appointment Requests, Medication Refill Requests, and General Messaging to the staff and physicians. In addition, you will be able to view your child’s immunization records, visit summaries, lab results and vitals.  More features will become available on the portal during future...

Sports Physicals

Wake County, Johnston County, and Harnett County Public Schools require Middle School and High School athletes to have a complete physical exam within 365 days prior to the first practice or tryout date. If your child desires to participate in a school sport, be sure to schedule a yearly physical for your child. For more information regarding school sports requirements, please refer to the following websites: Wake County Public Schools...