Clinic/Center Healthcare Taxonomy Code 261QM3000X
HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Medically Fragile Infants and Children Day Cares.
As of today, the following are the total number of Medically Fragile Infants and Children Day Cares nationally, in your state, and near your location.
Medicare
The following are the total number of Medically Fragile Infants and Children Day Cares who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
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You can download the Medically Fragile Infants and Children Day Cares dataset using HealthProviders DB Export.
What do Medically Fragile Infants and Children Day Care do?
Medically fragile infant and children day cares (such as PPEC centers) provide comprehensive medical, therapeutic, developmental, and educational care for children with complex health conditions in a non-residential setting.
These centers offer a wide range of services, including ongoing medical supervision by nurses and specialized therapies, while also providing a nurturing social environment for children and training for their families.
Key Functions and Services
Medical Care: Skilled nurses and other healthcare professionals provide daily medical assessments, administer medications, manage equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes, and offer specialized care, including respiratory support and wound care.
Therapeutic Services: Physical, occupational, speech, and developmental therapies are offered to meet the unique needs of each child.
Nutritional Support: Staff assist with special feeding needs, including formula and customized meal preparation, for children with conditions such as gastrostomy tubes or oral motor dysfunction.
Developmental and Educational Care: Children participate in age-appropriate activities and educational programs designed to foster social skills and cognitive development.
Nurturing Environment: The centers provide a loving, compassionate, and judgment-free atmosphere where children can play, express themselves, and build relationships with peers.
Family Support and Training: Daycares offer education and training to families, helping them manage their child’s complex needs and prepare for unforeseen events.
Social and Emotional Development: Children have opportunities to interact with other children, develop social skills, and experience life to its fullest in a supportive setting.
Benefits of These Centers
Fosters a Sense of Community: They create a sense of normalcy and belonging for both the child and their family within a structured, supportive community.
Avoids Hospitalizations: They offer a safe alternative to prolonged hospital stays for children who do not require intensive inpatient care.
Reduces Family Burden: They provide crucial support for families, allowing parents to work or attend to other responsibilities while their child receives specialized care.