Caring For
Kids’ Health

Masks are OPTIONAL at your visit.

The only exception is if you had covid and you are within 10 days of a positive test, a mask must be worn at all times when you’re in the office.
Please make our staff aware of the positive test, so we can take appropriate measures.

We realize how hard it is to be a wise and prudent parent these days and how difficult it is to decide what is the right course of action to take on many issues concerning the medical care of your children. There are many sources of information available to you, some of which are inaccurate or completely untrue. Since we make it a point to be current and up to date on many medical issues, we would like to be a trusted resource for all medical concerns you may have. One of the issues that seems to be quite confusing is that of Vaccinations. There are many opinions concerning Vaccinations and even increasing numbers of people on the internet feel vaccines are unsafe.

Dr. Herrin has reviewed all the credible medical evidence concerning vaccinations and we have concluded that Vaccines are safe and the schedule given by the American Academy of Pediatrics and Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the CDC is the most prudent and efficacious method to provide immunizations. We feel that the best medical practice is to adhere to this schedule at all times, since it is reviewed frequently and the latest recommendations are made every year based upon the best medical evidence available.

Furthermore, we are aware that many alternative vaccine schedules are being promoted on the internet by certain groups and even some physicians. Most of these are not medically evidence-based and the consequences of using these schedules have not proven not to harm children. Therefore, we will only use the medically proven schedules at Herrin Pediatric Clinic. As always, flu and Covid-19 vaccines are always optional. Should you choose to not vaccinate your children or you feel that you must vaccinate your children by some other alternative schedule, you will be asked to find another provider of medical care for your children.

Insurance copays and deductibles are expected to be paid at the time of service. If you are unable to comply, you must speak with the billing department prior to the visit to set up a payment arrangement.

As a courtesy, we will remind you of your upcoming appointments via phone/text message/email. We understand sometimes things happen beyond your control that may cause you to be late. If you know you will be at least 10 minutes late please call and let us know. However, we reserve the right to ask you to reschedule if you arrive late for your appointment. Our practice makes every effort to run on time with appointments, as we believe everyone’s time is equally valuable.

Missed Appointments: Missed appointments represent a cost to us, to you, and to other patients who could have been seen in the time set aside for you. A fee will be charged for a missed appointment. We request 24 hours’ notice for cancellation of appointments. We reserve the right to charge a fee for appointments canceled without 24 hours’ notice.

We accept most commercial insurance. If you have questions regarding a specific plan, we recommend contacting your insurance company. It is your responsibility to know the limits and coverage of your particular health insurance policy, to show your cards to us at each visit, and be prepared to pay any copays or deductible at the time of service. Our staff will do their best answer any insurance questions; however, if you have questions about your coverage, it is best check with your specific insurance company. Please read our financial policy for more information regarding insurance.